So happy TEDxVictoria is back in town and happening again next year! Victoria benefits from more spaces for our community to thrive. Well done today everyone! Lots of things to reflect on.
Think Local First Victoria
Non-profit Organizations
Victoria, British Columbia 166 followers
We aim to create awareness around the power we have to support our community by buying from local businesses.
About us
Think Local First (TLF) is a membership-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to building a thriving and healthy Greater Victoria economy, achieved by ensuring people are aware of the community benefits of shopping locally. TLF is about the connection between independent businesses and how they contribute to creating healthy communities and a dynamic city. At the end of the day our dollars don’t get sent back to head office, they stay and get spent here. We are big fans of the 10 % shift movement. If even 10% of our dollars are spent at locally-owned shops and services, the result will be 25% more money will stay and support the local economy. Then there is the multiplier effect as local businesses make their purchases for office supplies, garbage disposal, lighting etc. with other local businesses. It makes a significant difference for our community. If we change our shopping behavior just that magic 10%, the results are proven. Our message is “think local first and shop local when you can”. This is what the 10% shift is all about. When we as a city think local first … many sustainability and green issues naturally fall into place. It’s the local businesses in our city that play a huge role in making Greater Victoria a place folks want to visit. Without these unique local businesses, we would not have such a strong tourism industry.
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https://thinklocalvictoria.com
External link for Think Local First Victoria
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 1 employee
- Headquarters
- Victoria, British Columbia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- business networking, b2b connections, b2c connections, collaboration, buy local, shop local, and support local businesses
Locations
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Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1H2, CA
Employees at Think Local First Victoria
Updates
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Our friends from City of Victoria BC and Futurpreneur are hosting this session tomorrow at the Victoria Conference Centre. If you are a business owner who wants to learn about social media strategies to boost sales, register to attend! More about the facilitator here Margo Kruchynina https://lnkd.in/gtMeqmxP
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In our recent conversation with Chief Del Manak, he emphasized the power of community engagement and active participation. Now, it's one of those times to make a difference. The City of Victoria BC has launched a Safety and Wellbeing Plan Poll, and your voice matters. Participate and influence local policies and initiatives that impact our community. https://lnkd.in/g7mm7KHt
Help Shape Victoria’s Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan
engage.victoria.ca
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Congratulatuons to all the recipients of The Chamber Awards for 2024! Shout out to TLF member Peninsula Co-op for being an Outstanding Workplace!
We are so excited to celebrate the amazing recipients of the 2024 Greater Victoria Business Awards! Congratulations to these fantastic businesses, organizations, and business people contributing to the vibrancy, strength, and diversity of our community. Join us in a round of applause for: ⭐ Nature Bee, the recipient of the Business of the Year Award for 1-10 Employees, sponsored by City of Victoria BC ⭐ The Oswego Hotel, the recipient of the Business of the Year Award for 11-39 Employees, sponsored by Grant Thornton LLP (Canada) ⭐ Kinetic Construction, the recipient of the Business of the Year Award for 40+ Employees, sponsored by Harbour Air ⭐ Neetu Kaloti (Neetu K.), CEO of National Courier Service and the recipient of the Business Person of the Year Award, sponsored by Canadian Tire Corporation ⭐ Intrepid Theatre, the recipient of the Community Builder of the Year Award, sponsored by Coast Capital Savings ⭐ Katie Gamble, Founder and CEO of Nature Bee and the recipient of the Emerging Business Person of the Year Award, sponsored by Royal Roads University ⭐ Open Ocean Robotics, the recipient of the Innovation Award, sponsored by Peter B. Gustavson School of Business ⭐ Ideas for Impact Sustainability Agency, the recipient of the New Business of the Year Award, sponsored by BCLC ⭐ Threshold Housing Society, the recipient of the Non-Profit of the Year Award, sponsored by Children's Health Foundation of Vancouver Island ⭐ Oak Bay Beach Hotel, the recipient of the Outstanding Customer Service Award, sponsored by Innov8 Digital Solutions ⭐ Peninsula Co-op, the recipient of the Outstanding Workplace of the Year Award, sponsored by Worldline Merchant Services ⭐ Huntingdon Manor Hotel & Pendray Inn and Tea House, the recipient of the Sustainable Business Practices Award, sponsored by Camosun College ⭐ Erinn Pinkerton, President and CEO of BC Transit and the recipient of the Chamber Award of Distinction, sponsored by Times Colonist (Victoria) ⭐ James Gatsi, Business Development Manager of Tecnet Canada Inc., Founder of CL Web Developers, and the recipient of the Chamber Member of the Year Award, sponsored by Air Canada Learn more about the recipients of the 2024 Business Awards >>> https://lnkd.in/gx8ux7nC #BizAwards2024
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Congratulations to all the Chamber Awards finalists!
Last night was the 2024 Greater Victoria Business Awards, and we’d like to congratulate and extend a thank you to the finalists in every category for their passion, dedication, and innovation in contributing to our vibrant business community. Another round of applause for these fantastic finalists! ⭐ The Athlete Centre, finalist of the Business of the Year Award for 1-10 Employees, sponsored by City of Victoria BC ⭐ Sheringham Distillery, finalist of the Business of the Year Award for 11-39 Employees, sponsored by Grant Thornton LLP (Canada) ⭐ Dodd’s Furniture and Mattress, finalist of the Business of the Year Award for 40+ Employees, sponsored by Harbour Air ⭐ Lori Yonek Stofko & Peter Stofko owners of Ruffell & Brown Window Covering Centre and Pacific Awnings, and finalists of the Business Person of the Year Award, sponsored by Canadian Tire Corporation ⭐ Pacifica Housing, finalist of the Community Builder of the Year Award, sponsored by Coast Capital Savings ⭐ Inderbir Singh, owner of Western Canada Security and finalist of the Emerging Business Person of the Year Award, sponsored by Royal Roads University ⭐ HAVN Saunas, finalist of the Innovation Award, sponsored by Peter B. Gustavson School of Business ⭐ BestCoast Outfitters, finalist of the New Business of the Year Award, sponsored by BCLC ⭐ Take a Hike Foundation, finalist of the Non-Profit of the Year Award, sponsored by Children's Health Foundation of Vancouver Island ⭐ Robinson’s Outdoor Store, finalist of the Outstanding Customer Service Award, sponsored by Innov8 Digital Solutions ⭐ WildPlay Element Parks, finalist of the Outstanding Workplace of the Year Award, sponsored by Worldline Merchant Services ⭐ Elate Beauty , finalist of the Sustainable Business Practices Award, sponsored by Camosun College Learn more about these finalists on our website >>> https://lnkd.in/gx8ux7nC #BizAwards2024
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Join us next Monday, May 6! Your enthusiasm and active participation during our previous event underscored the importance of ongoing dialogue and collaboration in navigating the unprecedented challenges faced by businesses today.
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This Earth Day, let's show our love for the planet by supporting local organizations that are dedicated to reducing waste, conserving resources, and protecting the environment. Thrifting isn't just about finding unique treasures—it's a powerful act of sustainability! ♻️ Victoria Women in Need (WIN) like other thrift stores, plays a crucial role in promoting a circular economy by giving items a second life and reducing waste. In WIN every purchase supports local initiatives for women, trans, non-binary and Two-Spirit people while keeping goods out of landfills. Let's keep the cycle going and make a difference together! #thinklocalyyj #ThrifStores #CircularEconomy #SustainableCommunity
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Each year BBB celebrates a variety of different companies in a range of industries, for their trusted business practices, at our annual Torch Award celebration. In 2023 we honoured Coastal Heat Pumps in the Heating & Air Conditioning category. Do you know a business that deserves to be recognized? Nominate them now online at BBB.org/VITorchAwards (https://bit.ly/3JaiozU). #VITorchAwards
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