Registration Information

Note: In order to register, you must have the Course Name, Course ID and Course Section Number. To obtain this information, select the desired course on the schedule page.

Register By Phone   

• Toll Free: 1 866-734-6252 OR 1 866-REG-MALA

Register By Fax  

Fax the completed registration form to:

• Parksville: 250-248-9792

Register By Mail

Complete and send the registration form with payment to
Parksville Civic & Technology Centre, 2nd Floor
100 Jensen Avenue East, Box 42
Parksville, BC V9P 2G3

Register By Course On-line

Payment by Visa, MasterCard or American Express only. Select your course on the schedule page, follow the link to complete the registration form and submit electronically.

Register In Person

Nanaimo
Mon to Fri., 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Registration Centre, Building 200
Vancouver Island University
900 Fifth Street,
Nanaimo BC, V9R 5S5
Nanaimo Campus Map

Parksville/Qualicum
Mon to Fri., 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Parksville Civic & Technology Centre
Vancouver Island University, 2nd floor
100 Jensen Avenue East, Box 42
Parksville, BC V9P 2G3

Full payment required at time of registration. Payment by cheque, Visa/MasterCard, Interac, cash, money order or gift certificate.

Register By Company Seat Purchase

Purchase seats for your staff in any of our courses with the Seat Purchase Plan.
Benefits:

• Insure your staff get timely, standardized training.
• Obtain cost-effective, efficient upgrading.
• Add or remove seats up to 10 working days in advance.
• Replace any employee – right up to the course date.
• Receive one invoice for all seats purchased.

Complete the Seat Purchase Form and fax it to

• Parksville/Qualicum: 250-248-9792

For additional information call
Nanaimo: 250-740-6492
Parksville/Qualicum: 250-248-2096

Registration is on a first-come, first served basis.

What You Should Know

Admission

Natural Resources Extension Program courses are designed for adults (17 years and over), unless otherwise stated for a specific course. Admission to younger students is by special arrangement. Please call our office.

Why We Request Birthdate And Gender

We require personal information as authorized by the College and Institute Act to:

• Obtain a Personal Education Number (PEN) for each student.
• Carry out institutional responsibilities related to operating programs or activities.
• Prepare and submit budgets, financial statements, reports and other information necessary to carry out the Minister’s responsibilities to institutions.
• Conduct institutional research and statistical analysis.

Are You On A Wait List?

Register early to secure your seat. If you see the “On Wait List” comment on your Registration Statement, this means that a course is full and you have been “Wait Listed”. No payment is required to go on the “Wait List”. If a seat becomes available in this current semester, you will be contacted to process your registration and payment.

Check Your Registration Statement

Please read your Registration Statement receipt carefully. It confirms your registration and contains details of class time, location and room number. (The Nanaimo Campus Map is on the back of the Registration Statement.) Please note your 9-digit Student Number in the upper left-hand corner (directly below your name), and quote this Student Number when registering for future courses. Your Student Number allows us to correctly identify you and to ensure that your Student Record is complete.

Student Record Information

You can access your Student Record records.viu.ca/www/reg/sturecord_jsok.htm to check your registration status and find your class location (click on Course Schedule). You will need your 9-digit Student Number and your Personal Identification Number (PIN). If you need assistance, please call our office.

Income Tax Deduction

Vancouver Island University recently completed a review of procedures to adhere to Revenue Canada regulations. For more information visit the website.

Parking

If your course location is the Nanaimo Campus of Vancouver Island University:
Pay parking is in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including evenings and weekends. Robbins Parking Services Ltd., in partnership with Westguard Security Services Inc., patrol parking lots, enforce parking regulations and provide security services at the Nanaimo Campus. The Parking/Security office is located in the Welcome Centre, Building 300 and is open 9 am – 3 pm, Mondays to Fridays. Call 250-740-6512.

Cafeteria Service

Nanaimo Campus:

• Upper Cafeteria – Building 300. Hours: Mon – Thurs 7:30am – 4:00pm and Fri 7:30am – 3:00pm.
• Lower Cafeteria – Building 185. Hours: Mon – Fri 7:30am – 8:00pm.

Hours are subject to change. There is no weekend cafeteria service. Coin-operated vending machines are available at various locations. For information call 250-740-6136.

International Students

International students interested in a Continuing Studies Certificate Program must apply through the Director of International Admissions. Note that International Fees apply. For more information contact International Admissions 250- 740-6316, email study@viu.ca or check their website.

Disability Services

Please call our office to discuss arrangements to accommodate disabilities. Every effort will be made to accommodate individual needs, but early notification of a required service is essential. Sixty (60) days’ notice is normally required to guarantee that your accommodation request will be fulfilled prior to the start of a desired course or program. To arrange an accommodation, please call Disability Services 250-740-6446.

First Nations Student Services

The First Nations Student Services Centre supports First Nations students in making a successful transition to Vancouver Island University and enables students to succeed in their academic endeavors by providing direct services and appropriate referrals. Please call 250-740-6510 or visit Building 310, Room 101 at the Nanaimo Campus.

Refunds

Fees are refundable if you withdraw at least 7 days before the course starts. Extenuating circumstances may be considered for partial refunds. Please contact our office. Note that special refund deadlines are stated for some courses, and we are unable to issue refunds after those deadlines. Non-Refundable Fees: Some courses may have non-refundable Tuition, Application, and/or Lab Fees. A full refund is issued if a course is cancelled.

Non-Refundable Fees

Some NREP courses may have non-refundable Tuition Fees, Application Fees, and/or Lab Fees.

NSF (Non-Sufficient Funds) Cheques

Fees are payable when you register. A $25 fee will be charged for NSF cheques.

Course Cancellations And Changes

Courses may be cancelled due to low enrolment or changed for various reasons. Every effort is made to notify students. Please provide both day and evening telephone numbers when you register, in case we need to reach you. A full refund is issued if a course is cancelled.

Replacement Certificates or Letters of Attendance

Lost your Certificate or Letter of Attendance? We are happy to provide a replacement. A $10 service fee is charged. Allow 2 weeks for processing.

Snow Closure

It is sometimes necessary to close due to weather conditions. Please note that closure decisions are made independently at each campus. The Nanaimo Campus Switchboard 250-753-3245 will carry a recorded message announcing any closures starting at 6:00 am. Check the website viu.ca or any of the following radio stations:

• Duncan - SUN 89.7 FM
• Nanaimo - CHLY 101.7 FM
• Nanaimo - WAVE 102.3 FM
• Nanaimo - WOLF 106.9 FM
• Parksville - BEACH 88.5 FM
• Port Alberni - CJAV 1240 AM

Employers! Use Our Seat Purchase Plan

Purchase seats for your staff in any of our courses with the Seat Purchase Plan.
Benefits:

• Insure your staff get timely, standardized training.
• Obtain cost-effective, efficient upgrading.
• Add or remove seats up to 10 working days in advance.
• Replace any employee – right up to the course date.
• Receive one invoice for all seats purchased.

Complete the Seat Purchase Form and fax it to

• Parksville/Qualicum: 250-248-9792

For additional information call

• Nanaimo: 250-740-6492 or 1-866-734-6252
• Parksville/Qualicum: 250-248-2096

We're Listening!

If you have comments or suggestions to help us improve and expand our services, we want to hear from you!
Give us a call: 250-740-6492
Email: nrep@viu.ca