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
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Halloween at the Museum
Enjoy some (slightly) spooky museum activities and hot cocoa at the Museum of Natural History.
Oct
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Language in the Library
Coast Salish lands and communities are living libraries. From living libraries stem Indigenous language and story. Please join Canute Coleman, Cowichan, and…
Oct
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Craft & Connect Beading Circle
Drop in for a relaxed afternoon of creativity and community. Low-key beading, good conversation, and community. Drop in anytime, work on your own project, or…
Oct
30
Malaspina Theatre Presents: Richard O'Brien's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
For over 30 years, the Satyr Players—VIU’s student theatre club—have brought the iconic Rocky Horror shadow play to sold-out crowds, helping students break the…