Statement from Vancouver Island University on the non-confidence vote
March 6, 2025
Vancouver Island University (VIU) respects the right of faculty, students and staff to express their perspectives and engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of our institution. We are aware of the recent non-confidence vote by the Vancouver Island University Faculty Association (VIUFA) and the Vancouver Island University Students’ Union (VIUSU) Board of Directors. While the vote is non-... Read more
VIU News & Experts: February 27, 2025
February 27, 2025
VIU Insights: Youth Anxiety, Algae Toxins Hundreds of central Island high school students will be competing in the Skills Canada BC regional competition at VIU’s Nanaimo campus on Thursday, March 6. Students will compete in a range of different trades and technology categories, from carpentry and welding to hairdressing. Dover Bay Secondary School will host the 2D and 3D animation competitions at... Read more
VIU Nanaimo campus on track to re-open today (February 5)
February 5, 2025
Update: February 5, 2025: VIU’s Nanaimo campus will re-open at noon today (Wednesday, February 5) after a severe weather closure. VIU’s Cowichan and tiwšɛmawtxʷ campuses are open as normal. Buses are running this morning but there may be delays due to winter weather, check the BC Transit Alerts webpage for more. Allow for extra time for commuting in winter conditions if you are coming to campus... Read more
VIU Nanaimo campus re-opens February 5 at noon, other campuses open for regular hours
February 4, 2025
Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus will remain closed for the morning on Wednesday, February 5, re-opening at noon with classes resuming at 1 pm to allow ample time for students and instructors to return to campus safely. The Cowichan and tiwšɛmawtxʷ campuses will re-open for regular hours on Wednesday, February 5. Due to the significant snowfall over the past 24 hours, we are... Read more
VIU Statement: PACWEST Investigation Concluded
February 3, 2025
The Pacific Western Athletic Association (PACWEST) has concluded its investigation into the October 25 incident involving Columbia Bible College (CBC) coaching staff. The decision reinforces the importance of upholding principles of respect, equity, and inclusion with collegiate athletics. We are pleased with the results of the investigation, which reflect the values we uphold at Vancouver Island... Read more
VIU campuses closing for the rest of the day today (February 3) and tomorrow
February 2, 2025
Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo, Cowichan and tiwšɛmawtxʷ campuses are closed for the rest of the day today (Monday, February 3) due to severe weather. Because there is continued snow in the forecast, we will remain closed tomorrow (Tuesday, February 4) An update for Wednesday, February 5 will be sent out by 6:30 am on Wednesday, February 5. Please note: Campus/facility closure days are... Read more
Construction begins on new student housing at VIU
January 23, 2025
Students studying at Vancouver Island University's (VIU's) Nanaimo campus will have access to more on-campus housing beds and a new dining hall, with construction underway. "Students need a place to call home when they are studying and preparing for their future careers," said Bowinn Ma, Minister of Infrastructure. "As more people seek higher education, we're working to build the student housing... Read more
VIU joins Canada-wide agri-food innovation project
January 20, 2025
Vancouver Island University (VIU) is honoured to be a partner institution in the Sustainable Food Systems for Canada Innovation Platform (SF4C), which aims to make Canada a global leader in developing agri-food innovation. The platform project, led by the University of Guelph, aims to create a national network of partners that will create an agri-food innovation and entrepreneurship training... Read more
VIU Statement: Inclusivity in sports is a shared responsibility
January 8, 2025
Vancouver Island University (VIU) is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in both our academic and athletic programs. We firmly believe that these values strengthen our campus community and enhance our student-athletes’ sense of belonging. On October 25, an incident involving the coaching staff from Columbia Bible College (CBC) occurred, which we believe contravened the Coaches Code... Read more
VIU News & Experts: December 13, 2024
December 13, 2024
It's a Wonderful Life, consumer behaviour, drug education In this issue of VIU news & experts: Watch the recording of It's a Wonderful Life Consumer behaviour expert available Teaching kids about climate change while managing anxiety Featured experts Re-creating It’s a Wonderful Life VIU’s Theatre department has a new annual holiday tradition and it’s a family-friendly one. Families are... Read more