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
VIU offers free course on how to keep building materials out of landfills
Build skills, gain certifications and lead the change. Residents in the qathet region can build skills for new career opportunities through free…
A Conversation with Marie Wilson – 10 Years After the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
The public is invited to a free community event of learning and reflection. The Tla’amin Nation, City of Powell River, qathet Regional District, Vancouver…
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 Events
Oct
17
VIU Mariners Soccer vs Capilano
Soccer fans: this is your final weekend of the PACWEST season to cheer on the VIU Mariners soccer squads at home as they battle North Vancouver’s Capilano…
Oct
18
Election stations at VIU
VIU’s Nanaimo campus is hosting polling stations for the provincial election. Vote where you work/study! Advanced voting poll October 16 to 21:…
Oct
18
VIU Mariners Soccer vs Capilano + Seniors Day
Soccer fans: join the Mariners for their final home games of the 2026 PACWEST soccer season as they take on the Capilano Blues! Bring your friends and be ready…
Oct
19
Election stations at VIU
VIU’s Nanaimo campus is hosting polling stations for the provincial election. Vote where you work/study! Advanced voting poll October 16 to 21:…