Cathy Scott receives Chamber Award of Distinction
Cathy Scott is the recipient of the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Award of Distinction.
Scott owns Departures Travel, a Victoria-based agency celebrating 40 years in business, as well as Niche Travel, which specializes in custom tours of Vancouver Island and women’s tours around the globe.
“I am incredibly honoured and deeply humbled to receive the Chamber’s Award of Distinction for 2025,” Scott said. “This recognition means the world to me, especially knowing how many inspiring individuals make up our local business community. I share this honour with my amazing team — their passion, dedication, and heart are at the core of everything we do. I’m filled with gratitude for the journey we’ve shared and the community that continues to support us.”
With 20 years of experience in the travel industry, Cathy has demonstrated visionary leadership, growing her agencies into award-winning enterprises — most recently honoured in Las Vegas with Ensemble’s Member Excellence Award for Canada. Her commitment to Greater Victoria’s prosperity is evident through her mentorship of women entrepreneurs, championing local businesses, and promoting the region globally.
“Cathy is a long-standing Chamber member who exemplifies integrity, innovation, and resilience,” Chamber CEO Bruce Williams said. “She is a role model whose influence has shaped both her industry and community, making her a deserving nominee for the Chamber Award of Distinction.”
The Chamber’s Award of Distinction honours an active businessperson who, over a number of years, has made a noteworthy contribution to the Greater Victoria community. This award is in recognition of the positive influence the honouree has had on the economy, business, and the overall community, signifying the achievement, resourcefulness, and determination they have shown. An independent panel of prominent business leaders served as judges.
The Chamber’s Award of Distinction, sponsored by the Times Colonist, will be officially celebrated at the 2025 Greater Victoria Business Awards on June 4, featuring 14 categories recognizing organizations and individuals that have distinguished themselves through excellent customer service, community leadership, innovation and more.
