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International students

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Learn about the support and services available to Indigenous students.

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VIU News

Indigenous speaker explores reconciliation through the power of song

The VIU and CBC present the 12th annual Indigenous Speakers Series featuring Marion NewmanWhen: Wednesday, November 18, 2026Where: VIU’s Malaspina…

VIU Giving Tuesday campaign aims to reduce financial barriers for students in need

VIU’s 13th annual campaign features an online auction and opportunities to have donations matched. Marissa (ḥayuxt̓in) Tom-Charlie is doing something she never…

Drawing on community resources to support people considering MAiD

Research is shaping tools to help people navigate local services. A Vancouver Island University (VIU) researcher is working with community and patient partners…

Severe weather procedures at VIU

Get prepared by reading this message!As the days get shorter and colder, a reminder to our community that severe weather season is here. This means that…

VIU Events

Nov
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Language in the Library

Coast Salish lands and communities are living libraries. From living libraries stem Indigenous language and story. Please join Canute Coleman, Cowichan, and…
Nov
6

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…
Nov
6

VIU Mariners Volleyball

High-flying collegiate volleyball is back at VIU, and we're kicking things off with the Island Rivalry!Cheer on your nationally-ranked varsity Mariners for the…
Nov
6

Malaspina Theatre Presents: Richard O'Brien's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW

For over 30 years, the Satyr Players—VIU’s student theatre club—have brought the iconic Rocky Horror shadow play to sold-out crowds, helping students break the…