Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce

I am giving them two stars for how wonderful Carmen was to me on the phone. However, they did a walking event and activity and I went to it, trying to move here from the United States when I do not live in a free country. I really felt that I was completely left behind by people and I had told everyone in advance that I would walk slow because I have a torn meniscus. It was not a good feeling, and I suggest that you do not do that to people who are overwhelmed with the process of immigrating, just trying to hold it together before they fall apart to be around some people, and get some kindness.

I highly recommend the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce to any business professional in the region who is looking to bring value to their community and contribute to the growth of a wonderful city. Its commitment to fostering a safe, welcoming environment for both citizens and businesses alike makes it an essential resource for those who want to learn, grow, and help create a stronger business and more robust community.

Great venue for connecting local businesses in Victoria! High level of professionalism and great atmosphere!

Unbelievable! That is the only word I can think of to describe the new policy by Victoria restaurants...utterly unbelievable! It is impossible to make a reservation for parties greater than 6?! I guess Victoria restaurateurs would rather collect subsidies from the Provincial and Federal governments instead of serving meals to hungry customers. I've been eating at IL Terrazzo for over 20 years...and I've had my last meal there. After speaking with mngt they have informed me that no restaurant in downtown Victoria will accept a reservation for greater than 6 people....utterly unbelievable! The reason: they are not able to find quality staff and therefore, they are not able to provide a quality meal or experience. Unbelievable?! To the Chamber of Commerce, shame on you for allowing this policy. Your shortsighted approach to providing quality meals in greater Victoria will ultimately lead to more restaurants closing up. People looking to celebrate special events - in this case an 80th birthday for 9 people - will realize that Victoria is not the place to arrange those events. How sad. How ignorant. How crazy! We are canceling 4 hotel rooms (for 3 nights each) plus high tea at the Empress and Spa days for the entire family. Calculate the lost revenue from just one family as a result of your insane restaurant reservation policy ...what a shame. The people tasked with helping businesses in Victoria prosperity, can allow their members to hold parties of 6 or more hostage. Does BC Ferries know of your ridiculous policies? Your decision to cap reservations at 6 has far greater reach than any of you have anticipated. I beg you to reconsider your policies- not for my mother's 80th birthday as we've already canceled our ferry and hotels - but for others who may still believe that Victoria restaurants truly want business from visitors to your city. What a shame....as I said, utterly unbelievable!

I have had a great experience with the greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce over the last several years