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About the Award
The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce has spent over 160 years working with business leaders to build good business and great community for all. As the leading champion of business in southern Vancouver Island, The Chamber is investing in future business leaders through the Greater Victoria Chamber 1863 Impact Award.
As a collective of nearly 1,400 members, The Chamber represents the voice of trade and commerce across Greater Victoria. It serves as a critical connection point between the government and the private sector, advocating for key concerns shared by all areas of our community. The Chamber also connects members to each other, creating a vast network of diverse companies and individuals working toward common goals.
While The Chamber constantly adapts and evolves to fulfill the changing needs of Greater Victoria, it maintains its steadfast support of education. In 2023, The Chamber reinforced this support by establishing the Greater Victoria Chamber 1863 Impact Award. As key figures in our economy’s future, our youth will become the leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs who will change the world. As always, The Chamber hopes to support that journey.
Award Details
Amount per award: $2,000
Number of awards: Varies by institution (University of Victoria, Camosun College, Royal Roads University)
Benefits to you: Get the support you need to achieve your goals and realize your dreams!
Application period:
- UVic: February 15 to April 30th
- Camosun: May 1 – August 1
- Royal Roads: June 1 – August 1
Each post-secondary will be responsible for judging and selecting the award recipients.
General Eligibility
The award is open to all students beginning their studies at: the University of Victoria, Camosun College, or Royal Roads University.
Each post-secondary institution will have slightly different criteria; however, preference is given to the following:
- Student(s) who are dependents of a current member of the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce.
- Student(s) who self-identify as belonging to an under-represented group or groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity.
- Student(s) who demonstrate financial need.
Our students and youth are the future business leaders, entrepreneurs, and workers of our community.
Investing them is the key to ensuring the continued strength of business and commerce in Greater Victoria.
Many of us would not have reached the place we are today without the help and encouragement of those around us. This is your chance to pass on your support to the next generation.
We are inviting all current and future members to join us in making a positive impact in our future.
Your support will not only help students access the training and life experiences they need to excel in their careers but also profoundly affect our community.
If you want to participate in this Chamber initiative, you can visit the University of Victoria, Camosun College, and Royal Roads University websites to donate.
Should you choose to donate, you may also be eligible for a tax receipt from the respective post-secondary.
Your Chamber membership has everything you need to grow, connect and be heard.