How did COVID-19 affect recreation programing in the Yukon?
July 14, 2022
A research project aims to develop a more resilient, post-pandemic model of recreation delivery in the territory. How COVID-19 impacted people in rural and remote communities, and the role that recreation can play in pandemic recovery, are the focus of research being conducted by Vancouver Island... Read more
VIU students create community exhibit at Nanaimo Museum
June 15, 2022
Exhibit, which explores the history behind some of city’s more unusual street names, runs until June 25. Nanaimo is home to many streets with less-than-common names, such as Dingle Bingle Hill Road and Bergen Op Zoom Drive. Between January and April, students in two upper-level history courses at... Read more
VIU hosts conference on the environment and young people’s literature and culture
June 1, 2022
The Assembling Common Worlds conference, held at VIU’s Nanaimo campus from June 10 to 12, will explore concepts of the human relationship with nature in youth culture. Vancouver Island University (VIU) is hosting a conference from June 10 to 12 that will help broaden the understanding of ... Read more
Citizen Scientists Asked to Look for Plants and Animals during Annual MABR BioBlitz
April 1, 2022
Event participants can make observations anywhere within the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region, whether that’s in their backyard or a community park. People can channel their inner scientist by participating in the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region’s (MABR’s) annual BioBlitz event. The MABR... Read more
VIU’s CREATE Conference Showcases Student Research and Creative Activity
March 30, 2022
WHAT: VIU CREATE Conference – a celebration of student scholarship, research and creative activity WHEN: April 4-8, 2022, various times WHERE: VIU’s Nanaimo campus, virtual sessions via Zoom and online exhibits Nanaimo, BC: Vancouver Island University (VIU) students are presenting during CREATE... Read more
VIU Welcomes Award-winning Researcher and Neuroscientist
March 8, 2022
Dr. Sandy Shultz has received a Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Scholar Award to continue his research at VIU. Improving treatment for people with traumatic brain injuries is the focus of an award-winning researcher joining Vancouver Island University (VIU) this year. Dr. Sandy Shultz... Read more
Open House Showcases Research Initiatives in the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere
March 7, 2022
WHAT: Regional Research, Stewardship and Citizen Science Open House WHEN: Wednesday, March 16, 2-8 pm WHERE: Qualicum Beach Civic Centre Anyone curious about research and community stewardship activities happening in the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region (MABR) and surrounding area can learn more... Read more
Microplastics Exposed to Sunlight Can Change their Behaviour in the Environment
March 1, 2022
VIU alum Misha Zvekic’s research on microplastics and the effects of exposure to light was recently published by the Royal Society of Chemistry. Microplastics are everywhere – in the oceans, rivers and the air you breathe – and are being ingested by various animals and other organisms. And while... Read more
VIU Psychology Student Researching Stress, Resilience in Romantic Relationships of Firefighters
February 28, 2022
Emmerson Pollard is investigating how romantic relationships impact firefighters’ ability to cope with stress. Whether it’s work-related stress, a family issue, financial worries or an unexpected challenge, all romantic relationships have their ups and downs. And while much has been written about... Read more
Vancouver Island Marmot Breeding Program is Preserving the Genetic Diversity of the Species
February 24, 2022
VIU alum Kimberley Barrett publishes a research paper in an esteemed international journal that promotes conservation of biodiversity. The Vancouver Island marmot is one of Canada’s most endangered mammals and a captive breeding program was started in the late 1990s to help prevent extinction. With... Read more