Important update to how you communicate with students
As of August 1, 2026, VIU is communicating with students only using their MyVIU email addresses. Moving forward, you will only receive lists with @my.viu.ca email addresses — no personal email addresses. Please remind students to check their MyVIU email accounts! Learn more about the MyVIU email accounts
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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…
VIU Employee Events
Nov
6
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
9
Mindspring: Raising Resilient Children: Nurturing Emotional Strength and Adaptability
The ability to navigate hardships with confidence & courage protects a person’s long-term health and happiness. Explore strategies for building emotional…
Nov
9
Municipal Pension Plan - Planning for Retirement
Explore key insights on income sources, group health benefits, organizing for retirement, and the retirement application process in this 45-minute webinar.…
Nov
10
Municipal Pension Plan - Choosing your Pension Option
Explore key insights on selecting the best pension option, the retirement application process, and considerations for returning to work after collecting a…
Recent Job Postings
Instructor, Introduction to East Asian Cultures
Date posted: 05/Nov/2026
Department: Modern Languages
Campus: Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Appointment type: temporary part-time
Professor, Criminology
Date posted: 24/Sep/2026
Department: Criminology
Campus: Nanaimo and/or Cowichan *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Appointment type: regular part-time