A top-ranked university on Canada’s West Coast, we're driven by our curiosity, engagement and innovative spirit to help solve the world's biggest problems.#UVicInspired by and honouring place, we are a community-minded, globally engaged university where we transform ideas into meaningful impact.

Core values

- UVic's community-engaged research (CER) contributes to almost all of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, impacting areas such as policy outcomes, program changes, student impact, and client services[2][5].
- The university's activities generate substantial economic benefits, contributing $3.3 billion to the BC economy and $1.8 billion to the Greater Victoria economy. This economic impact supports jobs, local businesses, and community partners[3][4].
- For every $1 spent, students gain $1.40 in higher earnings, taxpayers gain $2.70 in added tax revenue and public sector savings, and society gains $4.20 in added provincial revenue and social savings[3][4].
- UVic's research and community engagement improve quality of life through projects such as supporting women facing homelessness, language revitalization, and healthcare initiatives in rural areas[1].