tiwšɛmawtxʷ where community and learning connect.
On September 20, 2022 the Tla’amin Nation Executive Council gifted our qathet region campus with the name tiwšɛmawtxʷ which means House of Learning, a name that reflects our place in the community. We honour this name each and every day through inclusion and accessibility for all who wish to expand their knowledge and experience.
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VIU News
Alum spotlight on Shauna Andrews
A single creative writing workshop at VIU changed Shauna Andrews’ educational path. She initially didn’t think it was possible to complete an entire…
VIU tiwšɛmawtxʷ celebrates 50 years in the qathet Region
A birthday celebration this month helped kick off a year’s worth of festivities. When Vancouver Island University (VIU) – then Malaspina College – began…
VIU’s tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus invites public input on future of post-secondary training in region
Residents can have their say through a survey and in-person session. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU) tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus is planning for the future delivery…
Vancouver Island University launches new Japanese cooking skills certification
VIU is the only Canadian institution offering the specialized certification, which will be embedded into existing Red Seal culinary programs. Avi Sternberg…
VIU Events
Jun
25
Math Tutor at Shq'apthut
Every Wednesday, sign up for 1/2-hour block.
Jun
27
Rockies Summer Explorer Trip
A breathtaking 4-day trip through the Canadian Rockies! Beginning on June 27 through to June 30, journey from Vancouver to Valemount, Golden, and Banff to…
Jun
27
VIU Shuttle Showdown
Join us for a fun and friendly half-day, all-levels badminton tournament! This event will offer faculty, staff and students a chance to get active and…
Jul
1
Deep Bay test event
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