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Supporting students, faculty and partners in international exchanges, field schools, internships, summer programs as well as funding and events that support and internationalization initiatives at home and abroad.

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VIU International Mobility
Building 255, 900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo, BC Canada
V9R 5S5
+1.250.740.6378
InternationalMobility@viu.ca

We are on campus and accessible in person, via email or via MS Teams, Monday through Friday, 9 to 3.

Emergency contact

In the event of emergency, please contact:

VIU Campus Security (24/7)
+1.250.740.6600

For more information, see International Mobility: In Case of Emergency

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Threats of Danger to Self and/or Others

Urgent and Immediate Concerns include, but are not limited to:

Immediate suicidal statements, such as, "I am going to kill myself"
Fights
Assault
Throwing objects
Threats made while the person is physically present
Specific detailed threats, such as, "I have a gun and I am coming to campus"
Sexually violent behaviours that are in progress or are imminent
Property damage or theft in progress
Violation of Provincial laws governing the production, use, or sale of alcohol and drugs, including their unauthorized possession or use on campus or, in association with University sponsored activity, off campus.
Person refusing to leaving after being told to

Steps to support:

First - get help immediately - call 911
Then - call Campus Security - 250-740-6600 or local 6600
Finally - contact the Risk and Threat Assessment Team (RTAT) by emailing ConductandCare@viu.ca

Additional supports:

Island Crisis Society
1-888-494-3888

Distressed Behaviour

Signs and indicators of distressed behaviour include:

Suicidal thoughts or expressions like, "Sometimes I don't think it's worth it anymore"
Decline in personal hygiene
Marked change in person's behaviour
Rapid weight loss or gain
Loss of interest in school, friends, sports, and favoured activities
Bizarre thoughts increased by drug or alcohol use

Steps to support:

Speak to the person and tell them why you are concerned
Offer to connect the person with student counselling
Submit an Early Alert

Additional supports:

Island Crisis Society
1-888-494-3888

Violent Problematic Behaviour

Signs and indicators of violent problematic behaviour include:

Written threats that are non-specific, such as, "sometimes I feel like punching you"
Violent behaviour that is reported after the fact (the person is no longer present or engaging in the behaviour)

Steps to take:

Call RCMP non-emergency number 250-754-2345
Call VIU Campus Security at 250-740-6600
Notify the Student Conduct Office at ConductandCare@viu.ca

Sexual Misconduct

Signs and indicators of sexual misconduct include:

Sexual misconduct reported after the incident
- Incidents may include, but are not limited to:
  - Sexual assault
  - Domestic violence
  - Stalking
  - Sexual harassment
  - Indecent exposure
  - Voyeurism

Steps to take:

Connect with Equity, Diversity, and Human Rights Office to file a report, discuss options, and find out about supports available on campus. To book a consultation with the Director, send an email to HumanRights@viu.ca please add your VIU contact details and a brief description of your concern. We are located in building 300, room 100 at the Nanaimo Campus. We can also host meetings via Zoom if you prefer.
Connect with a VIU counsellor by calling 250-740-6416

Non-Violent Problematic Behaviour

Signs and indicators of non-violent problematic behaviour:

Theft
Vandalism
Graffiti
Repeated uncivil contact (demanding meetings, emailing multiple people several times per day)
Vaguely threatening statements, such as, "you'll pay for this," or "you'll be sorry"
Fascination with violent topics and/or weapons

Steps to support: