Over 120 employees volunteered in 8 coastal communities to make an impact

We know that our greatest strength lies in close community connections and the dedication and positivity of our employees. This year, more than 120 of our team members across eight unique coastal communities came together to participate in 12 impactful activities. Together, we volunteered approximately 480 hours—what an incredible achievement!


2024 Impact Activities: A Snapshot of Our Efforts

Our impact was felt far and wide, with each community contributing in its own meaningful way. Here’s a look at the incredible work done by our teams:

Bowen Island
Public Beach Clean-Up

Hornby Island
Public Beach Clean-Up

qathet Regional District
PR Brain Injury Society – Community Gardens Support
PR Orphaned Wildlife Society – Landscaping and Cleaning
Gerry Gray Place – Soup Making and Food Delivery to Seniors
Texada Island Non-Profit Seniors Housing Society – Hot Dog Sale Fundraiser
PR Action Food Bank – Stocking Shelves
Four Tides Hospice Society – Car Wash Fundraiser
Chain Gang – Trail Maintenance

Comox Valley
Habitat for Humanity – Fence Staining at Their New Townhouse Development
Union Bay Seniors Housing Society – Seaview Village Beautification Project
Lighthouse Community Hall – Community Hall Landscaping and Gardening

Community Feedback: The Impact of Your Hard Work

Our community partners have shared their appreciation for the support we’ve provided. Here are just a few of the  messages we’ve received:

"On behalf of the board and residents of Sea View Village, I would like to thank the employees of First Credit Union. Being chosen and receiving help in planting and window washing on-site was a huge positive for us. It would be hard to know how long it would have taken us (if it was even possible)." —Brenda, Sea View Village


"I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for choosing Habitat for Humanity VIN as your partner for First Credit Union's Community Impact Day. Your team did an outstanding job, accomplishing so much during their time with us! I hope everyone enjoyed the experience and gained a deeper understanding of our organization's mission and the positive impact we have on families' lives." —Chrystal, Habitat for Humanity

Looking Ahead: How You Can Get Involved

Congratulations to everyone involved for the collective impact we accomplished this year! Your hard work and enthusiasm have truly made a difference in our communities.

As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited to continue this tradition of giving back. If your organization would like to partner with us for Community Impact Day 2025, scheduled for mid-June, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to us at community@firstcu.ca to discuss how we can work together to make a difference.