National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, September 30
Many people have said over the years that I've been involved in the work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Why can't you just get over it and move on?
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Welcome to the Fall 2023 Semester
A message from Dr. Deborah Saucier, VIU President and Vice-Chancellor
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Pride Month
It was a pleasure to join the Positive Space Alliance yesterday to raise the Pride flag on campus to mark the beginning of Pride Month.
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National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month. At VIU, we acknowledge the Snuneymuxw, Quw’utsun, Tla’amin, Snaw-naw-as and Qualicum First Nations and the ways in which our work and our lives are enriched by the knowledges and cultures of the Indigenous peoples of these lands on which we teach, learn,
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Op/Ed: Universities must increase access to help fill critical job vacancies
The playing field to access post-secondary education is far from even.
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Recognizing Asian Heritage Month
In May, we celebrate Asian Heritage Month by recognizing and celebrating the contributions members of Asian communities have made to Canada, British Columbia, and our local communities.
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Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Today we have learned of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts go out to her family and those who loved her.
Read MoreCanadian Multiculturalism Day and Canada Day
As we approach the long weekend, I would like to recognize Canadian Multiculturalism Day this week and share some thoughts as we approach Canada Day.
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