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
Culture Couch: Indonesia
A weekly drop-in event led by students with the support of the Intercultural Program Coordinator. Each week has a different country focus or theme. The format usually consists of a brief presentation, an interactive activity and sampling of cultural foods. It is a casual atmosphere and a great place to meet new friends from all over the world. All students welcome.
Free to attend. No registration required.
Caving & Coombs
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Join us for a day of exploring central Vancouver Island and discovering the fascinating underground world of our local caves.
Snowshoeing with Outdoor Rec
Victoria Day Trip
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The capital city of British Columbia, Victoria is home to historic buildings, great shopping and some of the best museums in Western Canada.
Maple Syrup Festival & Ice Skating
About Maple Syrup Festival & Ice Skating
Join us as we visit the BC Forest Discovery Centre for the Big Leaf Maple Syrup Festival. There you can learn how to tap your own maple trees, or simply enjoy the live entertainment and try a variety of local Maple Syrup.
Mt. Washington Day Trip
About Mt. Washington Day Trip
Join us as we make our way 2 hours north of Nanaimo to visit Mount Washington Alpine Resort where we will spend the day snow tubing!
Vancouver & Capilano Suspension Bridge (Canyon Lights)
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Take a ride on BC Ferries and head to the Mainland to discover one of Canada’s most beautiful and diverse cities. Take local transit and learn how to navigate the city.
Duncan Curling & Totem Pole Tour
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About Curling
Curling has a long and rich history. While its origins are lost in the mists of time, Scottish curlers already were playing the game by the beginning of the 16th century on frozen ponds and lochs.
Hip Hop Showcase at Campus Pub (Free)
Global Groove is a FREE monthly concert series produced just for VIU students! Each month features a different musical genre from around the world.
Featuring Hip Hop Open Mic with Waahli, Tonye, and DJ All Good.
Culture Couch: Fun in the Philippines
Culture Couch is a free, weekly event. All students welcome!
The Culture Couch Series is a place to engage in cross-cultural understanding. The symbol of a couch reflects the casual and comfortable nature that we come together with in this student-led weekly series.