6:00pm - 6:45pm

Networking & Registration

Vaccine passport and one piece of photo ID required for entry.

6:45pm - 7:00pm

Introductions & Formal Welcoming

Our opening ceremony will include a Traditional Welcome by a VIU Elder and introductions from our VILC hosts.

Opening Keynote Speaker

Nelson Soh - Best Selling Author & TedX Speaker

Connection to Earth Speaker

Sarah Dafoe - Plant Consultant & Herbalist

Connection to Culture Speaker

Seth Recalma - First Nations Engagement Coordinator, Moose Hide Campaign

Connection to Self Speaker

Nikita Paddock - Founder, I AM RESILIENT.

Connection to Others Speaker

Kate Haber - Canadian National Rower

8:45pm - 9:00pm

Closing Remarks

Closing remarks to learn about conference challenges for Day 2.

9:00am - 9:30am

Day 2 Check In

Coffee, tea, and light refreshments available.

9:30am - 10:15am

Morning Keynote Speaker

Paul Underhill - Founder, Rumble Supershake

10:15am - 12:00pm

Career Expo & Workshops

Discover the various career opportunities on Vancouver Island and kickstart your career search.

• Workshop #1: Career Building
  Vancouver Island University

• Workshop #2: Community Volunteering
  Girl Guides of Canada

• Workshop #3: Habit Forming
  Transition City Fitness

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Co-Curricular Excursions

Experience a unique excursion related to the conference sub-themes. Lunch will be provided.

5:30pm - 6:00pm

Gala Doors Open

Formal/business casual dress code. Vaccine passport and one piece of photo ID required for entry.

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Closing Keynote Speaker

Lanni Marchant - Olympic Athlete - Marathon / 10,000m

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Gala Dinner

Multi-course dinner will be provided. Beverages available for purchase.

7:30pm - 8:15pm

Connection CCR Speakers

Students and alumni present Co-Curricular Record talks related to their experiences and the conference sub-themes.

8:15pm - 9:00pm

Closing Remarks & Social

Closing remarks from our hosts and the opportunity to socialize with other conference delegates, speakers, and presenters.