Future of VIU's music programs in doubt

Financial troubles at Vancouver Island University could mean the end of the school’s music programs. The VIU Senate Planning and Priorities Committee voted to approve a proposal to phase out the University’s bachelor of music program, and cancel a jazz diploma program that was set to launch in September. Vancouver Island University faces a deficit of more than 20 million dollars this year, and is aiming to return to balanced budgets by the 2026-27 year. Music has been a part of the school’s educational offerings since 1969.