COVID-19: Safe Meetings and Events

Click on the links below for current details to safely host meetings and events at VIU during COVID-19.

All VIU departmental meetings must follow the current BC Restart Step 3 guidelines for Indoor organized gatherings:

Indoor organized gatherings 50 people or 50% capacity, whichever is greater

  • Book the meeting room following the normal VIU room booking process

Events and Gatherings:

VIU is following the BC Restart Plan, 2021 to guide the re-opening of organized events in a safe manner

The maximum allowable number (occupancy limit) must not be exceeded at any time.

This  EVENT DECISION TREE has been created to help you better understand the process for hosting gatherings and events at VIU.

VIU Safe Event Guide

VIU INTERNAL EVENTS

Events that are core to the academic learning functions of the university no longer require university approval to proceed provided the above conditions are met.

EXTERNAL EVENT REQUESTS

All non-VIU event hosts or businesses wishing to use a VIU facility or outdoor location must receive approval from VIU first.

Please contact VIU directly to inquire about hosting your event at VIU this summer and fall.