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VIU News
VIU news and experts for March 18, 2026
Transforming lives, bridging the housing and health care gap, and try a tradeCost should never be the reason someone walks away from their dreams. Too many…
Bridging the gap between health care and housing in small cities
VIU researcher Trevor Wideman is investigating how municipalities can better respond to BC’s toxic drug crisis. Since 2016, more than 18,000 people have…
VIU hosts large Career Fair for public
VIU's Spring Career Fair is hosted by the Career Studio. When: Wednesday, March 25, 11 am to 3 pmWhere: VIU gym (Building 190). See Nanaimo…
From the Provost's desk: Spring 2026 update
All signs indicate we are heading into spring – more sunshine, blossoms and even more rabbits than usual around campus. I would like…
VIU Events
Mar
26
FROM IDEA TO VISION: BUILDING SOMETHING REAL
Join us for an in-person workshop exploring how to turn an idea into a clear business concept and take the first steps toward building something real. In this…
Mar
26
Provost's Circle
Please join us for Provost’s Circle. These gatherings are a chance to share your experiences at VIU, and, equally, to reflect together on how those…
Mar
26
Community Kitchen with Amanda Henry
Join us for Community Kitchen and learn how to prepare a simple, low-cost meal in a supportive, hands-on setting. Cook alongside an Indigenous Island Health…
Mar
26
Hospitality Management, Tourism Management and Sport and Recreation Information Session
Join us for an exciting information session to learn more about the Bachelor of Hospitality Management, the Sport and Recreation Diploma and the Bachelor…