New employee orientation takes place annually in August and is an opportunity for employees who joined VIU in the previous 12 months to connect with key campus programs and services through short presentations and discussions. This event gives new employees the opportunity to meet new colleagues as well as the area experts who can help make your VIU career a success.
New Employee Orientation August 2027 - dates TBD
As part of your onboarding, you will be invited to participate in Vancouver Island University’s New Employee Orientation (NEO) program. NEO is designed to introduce you to the university community, key policies, programs, and resources, and support your transition into your new role. The next orientation will be over three days in August 2027, and attendance is considered paid work time.
We are excited to welcome you to Vancouver Island University and look forward to supporting you as you begin your journey with us. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at HR@viu.ca.
Not able to attend orientation in person? Check out the the links below from the August 2026 sessions.
Accessibility Services
Advancement and Alumni
Advising
Assessment and Exam Services
Centre for Experiential Learning (CEL)
Centre For Innovation and Excellence in Learning (CIEL)
Copyright
- Copyright 2026.pdf
- Copyright for University Instructors & Staff (https://learn.viu.ca/d2l/home/220984) course on VIULearn
Cowichan campus
Diversity, Equity and Human Rights Office
Employee Relations
Facilities Management and Development
Governance
Health and Safety
Health, well-being and benefits
Health and Wellness Clinic
- Document
Information and security
Library
Office of Indigenous Education and Engagement
Payroll
Physiotherapy
Privacy Office
Recruit
Registrar
Scholarship, Research & Creative Activity (SRCA)
Strategic Communications and Marketing
Student rights and responsibilities
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