October 16 2025, 9:45 - 10:05 am
The annual “Great British Columbia Shake Out” earthquake and evacuation drill will occur on October 16th, 2025 from 9:45 am – 10.05 am. Earthquake preparation is important for everyone in our region, a seismically active zone, so all of VIU’s campuses participate.
More information will be provided in the fall.
Review VIU’s emergency procedures for occupants here: www.viu.ca/emergency
Date and Time:
October 16 2025, 9:45 - 10:05 am
Attendance:
Mixed Online and In-person
Location:
Online/Virtual
Nanaimo campus
Cowichan campus
tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus (Powell River)
Deep Bay Marine Field Station
Milner Gardens and Woodland
Building:
All campuses and sites
Organizer:
Health and Safety Services
Contact:
Safety@viu.ca