Chamber committees
From the days before Confederation, the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce — through the work of its board and committees —  has helped shape much of what we now take for granted. We campaigned for the Canadian Pacific Railway to build the landmark Empress Hotel, worked to attract national retailers such as Canadian Tire, advocated for the growth of the University of Victoria and much, much, more. 

Comprised of experienced business and community leaders, its committees advise Chamber leadership on what is needed to improve business conditions in Greater Victoria. Many of The Chamber's current and past successes have resulted from the work of its committees, tapping into the influence and expertise within the local business community to get things done and to generate new ideas. 

The Chamber’s committees have come and gone, some dissolving with their mandate complete, others spinning off from The Chamber as their mandates evolved. In fact, all of the following had their origins with The Chamber:
  • Downtown Victoria Business Association
  • Greater Victoria Harbour Authority
  • Destination Greater Victoria
  • Vancouver Island South Film and Media Commission
  • Victoria Innovation, Advanced Technology and Entrepreneurship Council (VIATEC)
  • South Island Prosperity Partnership
“The Chamber and its committees will continue its long history as the voice of business in Greater Victoria.”
“Our people have the expertise and influence to identify what needs to be done, and get those wheels in motion.” 

Opportunity to Join a Chamber Committee
Every year, there are a few openings on our committees for new members.
We are recruiting now for members who will be available starting Jan. 1, 2021 for at least a two-year term.
Ambassador Committee
This dedicated team of Chamber members from various professional backgrounds fosters meaningful participation and connection-building as a way of increasing member engagement. To contact or learn more about the Ambassador Committee, please email Christine Lewis.

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Finance and Audit Committee
Advises The Chamber's Board of Directors on financial and audit issues to ensure Chamber finances are run in a professional and transparent manner. 

To contact or learn more about the Finance and Audit Committee, please email Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman.

Executive and Governance Committee
Acts on behalf of the board between board meetings, monitors board development, reviews The Chamber's bylaws and acts as a nominating committee for external appointments.
To contact or learn more about the Executive and Governance Committee, please email The Chamber CEO Bruce Williams.

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Public Policy and Advocacy Committee
Identifies The Chamber's annual advocacy priorities for business and meets with community leaders to advance those priorities on behalf of members.

To contact or learn more about the Public Policy and Advocacy Committee, please email Jim Zeeben.

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Prodigy Group Committee
Provides an opportunity for emerging professionals to develop leadership skills, connect with peers, and gain community project experience.

​To contact or learn more about the Prodigy Group Committee, please email Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman.
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