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.
Programs and Courses
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VIU News
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’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…
VIU Events
Dec
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Milner Christmas Magic
Festive displaysMake memories with your loved ones this holiday season by experiencing Milner Christmas Magic, an outdoor stroll through thousands of twinkling…
Dec
14
Milner Christmas Magic
Festive displaysMake memories with your loved ones this holiday season by experiencing Milner Christmas Magic, an outdoor stroll through thousands of twinkling…
Dec
15
Wellness Circle at Shq'apthut
Join a supportive space for students to focus on wellness and healing. This circle offers an opportunity to connect, share, and receive guidance in a safe…
Dec
16
VIU Student Spa Clinic
The VIU Student Spa Clinic located on Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus. Our clinic is a teaching facility, where students enrolled in the…