The content of this page is not a substitute for legal immigration advice. It is for information purposes only and can change without notice. Please refer to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website for up-to-date information.
If you have any questions that have not been answered in the information provided below you can do the following:
- Make an appointment for Immigration Advising for In-Person or on-line. Once you make the appointment you will receive a confirmation email with the details and link if on-line.
- Wednesdays drop-in without an appointment B.255 front desk.
- Email immigration@viu.ca. Remember to include your full name, student number, question, and if urgent.
Study Permit
Share your interests with others and join one of the several clubs that operate under the guidance of the Vancouver Island University Students’ Union (VIUSU). The VIUSU also organizes campus social events such as BBQs, welcome festivities and movie nights. Weekly events are held at the Students’ Union Pub.
Permanent Residence
The VIU Exchange Program is accepting applications for Spring and Fall 2020 semesters abroad! Apply by October 6, 2019.
Your Important Documents
"The most commonly asked question when I returned from my exchange in Australia was what was your favourite part? Well how do you pick just one? From the beaches in the Whitsunday’s, to Uluru in the outback, driving down the East coast, seeing all new types of fauna and flora and all the cities explored in between. However, when I was asked the question, 'What was your favourite part?' none of these were my immediate answer. The first thing that I always said was the friends I made." - Emily Grey, Exchange to Australia, 2016
Work
Campus Recreation offers you the opportunity to foster meaningful connections, healthy practices and holistic learning while you’re at VIU. Stay healthy and happy by participating in fun events organized by Campus Rec. A wide variety of activities are offered, from intramural sports leagues to fitness classes and outdoor recreational activities.
Letters Request
When you apply to study at VIU, submit an English Language Proficiency Test score (IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo) so that we can place you into the right level to start your ESL studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Each term, we provide orientation so you can become familiar with your program and feel at home on campus.
Social Insurance Number
VIU's English as a Second Language Department offers high-quality English instruction at affordable tuition rates.