Welcoming Barry O’Riordan as VIEA’s Interim Senior Project Manager
The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance (VIEA) is pleased to welcome Barry O’Riordan as Interim Senior Project Manager. Barry brings extensive experience in economic development, strategic planning,...
VIEA CEO Job Posting
The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance is searching for the next Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization. The Role Reporting to the Board of Directors, the...
Vancouver Island: The Big Picture
When British Columbians think about the Island, they might think about small beach towns, forestry and mining communities, and fisheries off the coast. These industries are...
Request for Proposals: Trade & Investment Vancouver Island Website Development Body
EDIT (August 27, 2026): This Request for Proposals (RFP) has been withdrawn by the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance (VIEA). The procurement process has been cancelled, and...
Twenty Years of Island Collaboration
Read full article in the Feb/Mar 2026 Douglas Magazine Has there ever been a more crucial time for islanders to connect? Through connection we find common...
VIEA Updates: Summit Moments, Economic Report & Member News
2025 VIEA Economic Summit Recap Over 550 business and community leaders came together at the 19th Annual Vancouver Island Economic Summit, held October 28–30 at the...
Island needs to grow alternative food systems, say industry leaders
Published 4:30 pm Friday, November 7, 2025 By Karl Yu (https://nanaimobulletin.com/author/karlyu/) Much of what Vancouver Island eats comes from the mainland and Island residents would be...
‘Starting to crumble’: Vancouver Island economic report is a warning
Published 10:55 am Wednesday, October 29, 2025 By Jessica Durling Vancouver Island’s economy is at a critical point and hard decisions need to be made to...