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New resource on democracy and public trust joins VIU

October 13, 2026 - 11:07am

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Alumni spotlight on Mateo Kostering

October 8, 2026 - 04:17pm

Celebrated poet Stephen Collis to give the 2026 VIU Gustafson Lecture

October 7, 2026 - 11:53am

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Turning hands-on learning into career growthKenji Boyko builds early success in forestry sector

October 13, 2026 By Rachel Stern

Kenji Boyko builds early success in forestry sector

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Building a future rooted in community

October 6, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

Marissa Tom-Charlie is pursuing a career in justice and community service thanks to financial support.

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Accounting internship adds up to future business success

October 1, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

Emory Dettwiler turns her classroom knowledge into real-world experience

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Shining a light on child and youth care workers

September 15, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

VIU student creates awards ceremony to recognize the people behind the work

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day 2026

September 28, 2026 - 11:53am

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A RockVIU 2026 thank you

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From the President’s Desk: Welcome to the fall 2026 semester!

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Appointment of VIU board chair and vice-chair

June 16, 2026 - 09:28am

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Honouring National Indigenous History Month at VIU

June 10, 2026 - 03:19pm

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From the Provost's desk: Board approval of faculty amalgamation

June 1, 2026 - 04:45pm

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