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
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
Jan
19
Station Booked for Private Event
Our public education team is unavailable for school programs and private tours today.
Jan
20
Indigenous Tacos & Teachings
Indigenous Tacos & TeachingsJoin us for a nourishing lunch and meaningful teachings rooted in Indigenousknowledge and community. Come eat, learn, and…
Jan
20
VIU Library Workshop: Critical AI Literacy
Want to debate AI “art”? Curious about ethics, creativity, ownership, consent, and labour in the age of AI? Join us at the upcoming Library…
Jan
20
Dispersed Teacher Education program Information Session
VIU’s Faculty of Education is launching a new teacher education program in September 2026. Graduates of the Dispersed Teacher Education Program (DTEP) earn an…