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VIU News

VIU students showcase research work during annual CREATE conference 

What: CREATE Conference – a celebration of student scholarship, research and creative activity When: March 30 to April 2, environmental art exhibit April…

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…

VIU Events

Apr
5

The Bunny Trail

Spot the bunnies hiding throughout the Gardens for an Easter treat!Dates: April 2-5, 2026. Admission: 11 am to 4:30 pm with viewing until 5 pmCost: FREE for…
Apr
7

VIU Student Spa Clinic

The VIU Student Spa Clinic located on Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus. Our clinic is a teaching facility, where students enrolled in the…
Apr
7

VIU Culinary Arts Info Session

Join us for an exciting information session to learn more about the Culinary Arts at Vancouver Island University in Cowichan & Nanaimo, BC! Discover…
Apr
8

Yoga at Shq'apthut

Bi-Weekly Yoga at Shq’apthutJoin us for a gentle and welcoming yoga session in the ceremonial room. No experience necessary and yoga mats are available.…