The primary goal of our Cultural Connections Activities & Day Trips is to enhance the student experience at VIU. We seek to do this by providing opportunities for students to engage with the local community and experience cultural events, while exploring nature and connecting with peers.
Being connected, active, and engaged in the local environment is healthy. It can help with the cultural adjustment process for students who are new to Canada or new to the community.
For more information contact:
CONTACT
Kelsey Moon – Activity Program Coordinator
Kelsey.moon@viu.ca
250-753-3245 x 2737
ESL Orientation: Bowling
Come bowling and meet your new classmates! This orientation activity is only $10 and includes round-trip transportation, shoe rentals, and your bowling fee.
Seats are limited for this activity. Sign up in advance with Simon, Kelsey or Roberto during orientation week.
ESL Orientation - Nanaimo City Tour
Ladysmith Light Up
Parksville Curling & Coombs Market
Trip Information
About Curling
We will first be going to the Parksville Curling Club. Curling is a sport that started in 16th century Scotland and was very different from how the game is played today.
Discover Canada Tours - Whistler 2-Day Tour
Duration:
2 Days, 1 Night
West Coast Fresh Coast Bus Tour
Discover Canada Tours - Summer Rockies Classic Tour
Victoria Day Trip
Trip Information
The capital city of British Columbia, Victoria is home to historic buildings, great shopping and some of the best museums in Western Canada.
Activity Sign-Up
Please be advised that our Cultural Connections team will be stationed at the front desk for the Fall Semester 2021 for the duration of the sign-up hours.
Corn Maze & Bonfire
Trip Information
One of the most fun Fall activities you can do while you are in Canada. Explore the farm and pumpkin patch or take a hayride around the Corn Maze. When it gets dark bring out your flashlight and see if you can make your way through the Maze.