- Description: The world's largest Caterpillar dealer, providing sales and service for equipment and engines. Finning Canada offers opportunities in mechanical services and trades.
- Careers Website: Finning Canada Careers
- Description: A leader in electrical contracting services, also offering industrial automation and network systems services.
- Careers Website: Houle Electric Careers
- Description: Specializes in shipbuilding and repair, offering positions in various mechanical and industrial trades related to marine construction and maintenance.
- Careers Website: Seaspan Careers
- Description: A leading company in the design, manufacture, and marketing of power tools and accessories, hand tools, outdoor power equipment, and floor care. TTI offers roles in various technical and mechanical areas.
- Careers Website: Techtronic Industries Careers
- Description: A major mining company that also requires skilled workforce in industrial and mechanical trades.
- Careers Website: Teck Resources Careers
- Description: Offers global aerospace maintenance, manufacturing, and repair services, with roles in mechanical and industrial trades.
- Careers Website: VIH Aerospace Careers
- Description: Involved in the forest industry, offering job opportunities in industrial trades related to timber processing.
- Careers Website: Western Forest Products Careers
The VIU Career Studio, located in Building 255, Room 204 operates as a physical space and virtual hub where students can find career development education, support and resources. At the Career Studio, we offer drop-in services, workshops, specialized appointments, and preparation for job search and events.
The VIU Financial Aid and Awards Office is committed to supporting students in their search for financial assistance including provincial and federal loans, grants, and internal and external Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries.
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Off-Campus Housing is private, rented accommodation. Students coming to Nanaimo search for accommodation and sign a legal contract with a local landlord. VIU does not communicate directly with landlords to find accommodation but we will support you with resources and local information.
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The objective of the Vancouver Island University Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is to ensure a safe and positive working and learning environment for all. The OSA provides support for students, faculty and staff in the resolution of non-academic student misconduct issues related to the Student Code of Conduct (Non-Academic). Academic misdemeanors are, wherever possible, addressed at the instructional/departmental level through the Student Code of Conduct (Academic).
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Vancouver Island University is committed to creating and maintaining a supportive, respectful, enriching, and safe learning and living environment in which students can reach their full academic and personal potential.
We recognize that students, staff and faculty may encounter situations where they require additional support either for themselves or for another member of the VIU community. We have a variety of resources to assist you if and when these situations arise.
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- Emergency: 911 as appropriate and/or Campus Security at 250.740.6600
- Non-emergency: ConductAndCare@viu.ca
Are you the parent, guardian, or a family member of a VIU student? Learn more about how you can help support your learning on their university path!
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Benefits of the Co-Curricular Record
There are many benefits of having your Official Co-Curricular Record at VIU. This non-academic transcript can be used to support your pathway to graduate school, employment and can be used for applications related to scholarships/awards.
For Students
Co-Curricular engagement and a holistic university experience contributes to student success
Students can emphasize their Co-Curricular Record in interviews for graduate programs and career aspirations
Engaging in opportunities to develop VIU’s Graduate Attributes helps students develop and articulate relevant knowledge and skills that can be demonstrated to employers and for applications/awards
Provides a platform for students to involve themselves within the community
Students receive recognition for their commitment to co-curricular learning
Enhances student self-awareness and develops professional competencies
Students can share their CCR on LinkedIn through VIU's Co-Curricular Involvement App
For Faculty and Staff
Officially facilitates and records opportunities for experiential learning outside the classroom that is relevant to their respective academic areas
The CCR program at VIU provides faculty and staff an opportunity to support and recognize their students’ non-credit experiential learning
To promote student engagement in their activities
For more information, please visit us on Facebook or email us at CCR@viu.ca.
How to get in touch?
For all related co-curricular record inquiries, please email us. In addition, we have our student leaders and faculty & staff contacts listed below. We would love to hear from you!
CareerVIU
- Provides valuable work experience in relevant field
- Enhances overall quality of education
- Provides a chance to clarify career fit
- Increases confidence by solving reallife problems
- Broadens skill set and professional network