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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- Archive Viewer/Document Portal
- Campus Security
- Career Opportunities
- CIEL Calendar of Events
- Employee Directory
- Employee Events
- Employee Portal Training
- Facilities Services
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- Financial Records System (Old FRS)
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- Payroll
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Programs and courses
VIU News
Alumni spotlight on Laura Mercer
A career built one opportunity at a timeDon’t be afraid to take opportunities, says Vancouver Island University (VIU) alum Laura Mercer. Laura seized…
VIU News & Experts: September 1, 2026
On September 8, hundreds of new students will get to know the campus, other students and meet their profs at RockVIU new student orientation. Highlights…
VIU researcher studying how technology shapes young athletes’ development
Dr. Jordan Herbison is researching how technology that measures performance affect youth athletes’ personal and athletic development. From wearable fitness…
VIU Employee Events
Sep
15
Municipal Pension Plan - Approaching retirement
Explore key insights on retirement decisions, such as pension calculation, eligibility, choosing the best pension option and more. The decisions you make about…
Sep
18
Municipal Pension Plan - Making the most of your pension
Explore key insights on pension planning, such as buying service for leaves, transferring service and using online tools for informed career decisions. This 75…
Sep
28
Municipal Pension Plan - Approaching retirement
Explore key insights on retirement decisions, such as pension calculation, eligibility, choosing the best pension option and more. The decisions you make about…
Sep
29
College Pension Plan - Approaching retirement
Are you planning for or within five years of retirement? This 75-minute webinar will help you learn more about your pension. The decisions you make about your…
Oct
1
Senate
The Senate is the academic governing body of Vancouver Island University. Senate is constituted under the University Act and is chaired by Interim President…
Recent Job Postings
In Community Instructor, Adult Basic Education (Updated)
Date posted: 01/Sep/2026
Department: Adult Basic Education
Campus: Other *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Appointment type: temporary part-time
Financial Aid Support Specialist
Date posted: 03/Sep/2026
Department: Financial Aid and Awards
Campus: Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Appointment type: temporary full-time