Integrated Engineering Technologist Program Now Being Offered at VIU
February 4, 2020
Vancouver Island University’s (VIU's) unique engineering diploma program combines mechanical, drafting and civil technologist training into one learning stream. People with a passion for engineering looking to enter the workforce after two-and-a-half years now have the option of taking Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) new Integrated Engineering Diploma. The diploma, which allows graduates to... Read more
New teaching network a win for ECEs, quality child care
February 3, 2020
Vancouver Island University (VIU) has received funding for two pedagogist positions to work with early childhood educators at select child care centres in Nanaimo and Cowichan, as well as students in the University's Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) program. "Thank you to the Ministry of Children and Family Development for funding this important initiative to introduce the new role of... Read more
Cowichan campus open for classes Monday, Feb. 3, 2020
February 2, 2020
VIU’s Cowichan campus will resume regular classes and business on Monday, February 3, 2020. The roads have reopened. Please use caution while travelling. If conditions near your place of residence remain bad and you feel you cannot make it to VIU, use your discretion. Please communicate with your instructors or supervisors about making alternate arrangements. Read more
VIU Cowichan campus closed today (February 1)
February 1, 2020
Vancouver Island University’s Cowichan campus is closing as of 12:30 pm today (Saturday, February 1, 2020) for the rest of the day and evening due to the local state of emergency declared by the Cowichan Valley Regional District. Roads throughout the mid-Island have flooded and closed. All classes and examinations are cancelled, and services are suspended. All employees and students are asked not... Read more
Coronavirus monitoring
January 31, 2020
VIU has been actively monitoring the situation regarding a respiratory illness called the Novel Coronavirus 2019-nCoV since the illness was identified. There has been one confirmed case in BC. The province remains at LOW risk according to the BC Centre for Disease Control. VIU takes the health and safety of our students and employees seriously. A website has been created where you will be able to... Read more
Human Rights Advocate Honoured by VIU
January 27, 2020
Louise Arbour, who has dedicated her professional career to advocating for a more just and compassionate world, will be presented with an honorary degree from VIU on January 31. The Honourable Louise Arbour has had an extraordinary judicial career protecting democracy, human rights, social justice and equality. But after almost 30 years on the bench and international stage, the globally... Read more
VIU Participates in Indigenous Homes Innovation Initiative
January 21, 2020
VIU is excited to participate in the Indigenous Homes Innovation Initiative, which aims to support the voices and ideas of Indigenous peoples directly, and complement the Government of Canada’s investments to improve housing conditions in Indigenous communities. Please see this Indigenous Services Canada news release for more details on this project: Indigenous Homes Innovation Initiative brings... Read more
Update for Jan. 19, 2020: ALL VIU locations set to resume regular Sunday business
January 18, 2020
Update for January 19, 2020: All VIU locations are expected to resume their regular Sunday operation. Any changes to this will be broadcast through channels by 6:30 am on Sunday morning. Normal classes and all business are expected to resume on Monday, January 20, 2020. VIU will continue to monitor the weather and make any adjustments as necessary. Expect winter conditions today travelling to... Read more
Jan. 18, 2020: VIU Nanaimo campus and GR Paine CLOSED
January 18, 2020
January 18, 2020: Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus, G.R. Paine Horticultural Centre, and Deep Bay Marine Field Station are CLOSED for the day and evening. Snow and ice have made travel and locations unsafe. The next update will be by 6:30 am on Sunday, January 19, 2020. Please do not start to travel to these locations before you have received this communication. All other locations... Read more
Jan. 17, 2020: ALL VIU LOCATIONS OPEN
January 17, 2020
Friday, January 17, 2020: All VIU campuses (Nanaimo, Cowichan and Powell River) and the Parksville/Qualicum Centre are open today, Friday, January 17, for classes and regular business. The G.R. Paine Horticultural Centre, Milner Gardens and Woodland, and the Deep Bay Marine Field Station are also open. VIU will continue to monitor the weather and share updates as required. Expect winter... Read more