We invite you as an advisor to discuss your perspective on industry trends.

Purpose
The purpose of the Program Advisory Committee (PAC) is to ensure that the VIU horticulture program remains relevant to the needs of the industry.

The PAC will:

• Advise on new approaches and technologies to inform the program delivery.
• Discuss labour needs and employment opportunities for graduates.
• Identify opportunities for work placements and strengthen community links.
• Recommend curriculum changes to include current realities and emerging trends. 
• Provide feedback on the existing program and or the need to consider new programs.
• Identify opportunities for new continuing education offerings.
• Connect possible sources of funding. 
• Provide insight on opportunities for collaborations and research.

About VIU Horticulture
The VIU Horticulture program is a one-year foundation program. Students earn a VIU Certificate and levels one and two of Skilled Trades BC Landscape Horticulturalist (formerly ITA) training. The program covers a broad spectrum of horticultural practices, including propagation, greenhouse production, landscape maintenance, nursery crop production, landscape design, landscape construction, and plant identification. See the program VIU Horticulture department website to find out more.

Please reach out with any questions,

Warm Regards,

Christine Quist
Vancouver Island University, Horticulture
Acting Program Chair and Instructor
E: [email protected]
C: 250.210.1210

RSVP by February 10

Light refreshments will be served. Note we cannot accommodate special dietary restrictions at this time.

*Our 3rd annual Grow Careers event will be held immediately after the PAC. If you are interested in hiring a VIU Horticulture student for the spring practicum and summer work experience periods, there are still limited employer seats available. Please visit VIU Horticulture Grow Careers 2023 for practicum and work experience information and to register.