What People Are Saying

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Chief Ron SamSonghees Nation

“We realize the importance of working with our neighbours and our region here. With SIPP, we are able to have a seat at the table and share in those discussions”

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Mayor Geoff OrrDistrict of North Saanich

“Our world is rapidly changing and how we respond collectively will shape how we emerge. The South Island Prosperity Partnership continues to adapt quickly and has done an outstanding job bringing people together to establish a path forward.”

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Julie LawlorExecutive Director, Westshore Chamber of Commerce

“Working together has never been more important than in 2020. SIPP’s membership of businesses, chambers, First Nations, municipalities and post-secondary institutions is a real strength. By collaborating, we are much more effective in identifying and acting upon areas of shared interest and opportunities.”

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Dr. Alan WinterBC’s Innovation Commissioner

“SIPP has been instrumental in mobilizing its partners to put the region on a pathway to become more innovative, using technology and data to solve real-world challenges and improve livability for its residents.”

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Kim Thorau

“SIPP has lived up to its name and revealed how amazing our region is when we work together. Everyone is a stakeholder when it comes to the economy. SIPP’s ability to build consensus and capitalize on alignment of purpose has been a catalyst for growth.”

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Augusto CavalcantiCEO, Daitan Group

“We would recommend SIPP’s services to any company. They have been very helpful along every step of the way, and their team of advisors played an important role in our decision to open an office here. SIPP helped us with analysis of Vancouver versus South Island and walked us through the steps, and the connections, needed to get our company here from Brazil.”

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Elyse KuwertAssociate, Community Business & Investment, Vancity Credit Union

“SIPP has demonstrated an outstanding ability to convene and engage stakeholders in the Capital Regional District to address systemic challenges in our community.”

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David ScreechMayor, View Royal

““I think SIPP is an outstanding example of municipal cooperation among First Nations, public institutions, and businesses in Greater Victoria.””

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Jim HayhurstInvestor & Entrepreneur

“SIPP has got all the major players – public sector, private sector, community, First Nations – working collaboratively, which is no mean feat. Their impact is tied closely to their structure, which is inclusive, cooperative and collaborative – something we all aspire to and they somehow pull it of.”