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Keeping You Connected
Even when socially distant, we're supporting business to bounce forward. Learn how we're supporting Chamber members to get through the pandemic together.
Takeout Challenge
With the recent Provincial Health Order limiting indoor dining across BC, supporting local restaurants is as important as ever. The Chamber’s Takeout Challenge is now closed. Read about the winners below. #ChamberLocalVicBC
This campaign is meant to start a dialogue about defining local. We want to know how we can embrace this idea, to better understand what it means to be local and what we can do to help the people who own and operate businesses in our region. Read the stories from Chamber Members below. Bingo for Local Business
Find new and creative ways to support local businesses! Complete a bingo card and tag The Chamber to be featured on our Social Media. #InItTogetherYYJ
In March of 2020, we asked Chamber members to join us in solidarity with local business through the In It Together YYJ campaign. Follow along and share these campaigns on Social Media.
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Takeout Challenge
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Thank you to everyone who participated in The Chamber’s Takeout Challenge. With more than 250 entries, local restaurants and eateries received overwhelming appreciation from the communities of Greater Victoria.
By taking photos of your takeout meals, tagging your favourite restaurants, and sharing the contest with your friends, you helped support the restaurant industry during this turbulent time. Congratulations to @nikiandcooper and @manamiw1015 who have each won a $100 TUTTI Delivery gift certificate, and also to @hannah_durrant and @plantivation who have each won a $100 Lucky To Go gift card. Even though the challenge has ended, you can still find an extensive list of Chamber members who are offering takeout and delivery services by clicking on the button below. Let's continue to support each other and shop and eat #ChamberLocalVicBC. 
A tasty way to support our local restaurants and win great prizes. Eat with a #ChamberLocalVicBC restaurant tonight.
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What does local mean to you?
Our #ChamberLocalVicBC campaign aims to help individuals understand what local means on a social, economic, and community level.
We're asking our members to answer this question with a quote about what makes their business or organization local. We hope you will help us amplify these stories as we work with resilience to bounce forward out of this pandemic. Read the stories from Chamber Members below. |
Chamber CEO Bruce Williams discusses #ChamberLocalVicBC
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Knappett Projects Inc. is local because...
We became skilled workers here, we have built meaningful infrastructure and housing for our local communities, our families thrive here and we love our local Island culture. We look forward to returning to days when we can once again share these smiles that are now behind our masks. Share on Facebook |
Oak Bay Marine Group is local because...
We partner with amazing local businesses and support local charities. Proud to be locally owned and operated for 60 years. Share on Facebook |
Dodd's Furniture & Mattress is local because of you!
We’re honoured that so many of you think of us as family. That’s why giving back has been so important to Gordy and the entire Dodd’s family over the years. From our home to yours since 1977… THANK YOU! Share on Facebook |
Lifestyle Markets is local because...
All three of our stores are located in Greater Victoria and we support local organic growers and suppliers. Serving our area for over 25 years Share on Facebook |
Westcoast Appliance is local because...
We're Vancouver Island owned and directly employ over 40 people right here in Victoria. We support local sports teams and charities to builder a stronger community together. Share on Facebook |
Fairway Market is local because...
We are celebrating 57 years serving local Vancouver Island communities. Supporting local business and community programs is one of Fairway Market focuses. Share on Facebook |
The Natural Hair Salon is local because...
We are local, family owned, and we proudly employ 13 dedicated staff, plus we’re hiring. We're an industry leader in charitable giving, plus offer complementary PPE recycling. We value people, the environment and community. Share on Facebook |
Prince of Whales is local because...
We’re family owned and operated and have been educating & exciting folks with trips on the Salish sea since 1993. Share on Facebook |
Newport Realty is local because...
We are local because we’re 100% locally owned with 2 beautiful offices, Victoria and Sidney, and 70 professionals committed to the vibrancy of our community. For over 40 years Newport has raised thousands of dollars to help our fellow citizens. Share on Facebook |
Ride the Glide is local because...
Having been born and raised here, our hearts, thoughts and actions are centered around how we can help better our community. Share on Facebook |
Brown's The Florist is local because...
We have roots that extend back to 1870 when our founder, Ms. Mary Anne Brown, arrived as an immigrant to Canada. Long established locally owned businesses create the backbone of a downtown core that newer businesses graft onto growing connections and community Share on Facebook |
Mayfair Optometric Clinic is local because...
Jim, Dr. Taylor and Sandi, are all born and raised right here in Victoria! Share on Facebook |
CHEK is local because...
If you live here, you know - CHEK is local. Independent. Employee-owned. Proudly Vancouver Island based. CHEK has been serving this community since 1956. Thanks for Watching Local!
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Sheringham Distillery is local because...
We started right here on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island. Continuously inspired by our coastline and the wild beauty that surrounds us, our spirits stay true to our roots.
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Luxe Home Interiors is local because...
We continually reinvest in our city, local charities, businesses and arts groups. Together with our staff we make work to keep our region beautiful and thriving for generations to come.
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How is your business or organization Chamber Local?
Contact members@victoriachamber.ca to share your story. |
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Bingo for Local Business
Now more than ever, it’s important to support the community we live in, and the local businesses we interact with every day. Play Bingo for Local Business with us and share your progress! Don't forget to tag the local businesses you support. |
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#InItTogetherYYJ
As we all face unprecedented challenges due to COVID-19, we need to stand together and show our support for one another. The Chamber is asking you to join us in solidarity with local business through our “In It Together YYJ” campaign. Show your support by posting a photo or short video with a sign #InItTogetherYYJ on your social media feed or story. We are all in this together. |
Advocacy
The Chamber is working with all levels of government and our members to help local businesses survive COVID and bounce forward in recovery.
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