From now until July 31, we’ll donate $10 from every new BigSteelBox order to Habitat Canada, up to a total cash donation of $50,000! These funds will go directly towards helping Habitat for Humanity build safe and affordable homes for Canadian families in need. Learn more: https://www.bigsteelbox.com/habitat-for-humanity-partnership/

As you may have heard, we’re celebrating National Volunteer Week! And as the philanthropic partner of First West Credit Union, we are thrilled to shout-out volunteering across all our divisions: Enderby & District Financial, a division of First West CU, Envision Financial, a division of First West Credit Union, Island Savings a division of First West Credit Union, and Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union. We believe in the power of giving back to our communities and during National Volunteer Week we celebrate the enormous contributions of our team members, who generously dedicate their time and talents to help communities flourish. In 2024, team members logged an impressive 6,831 hours – with 5,078 of those hours completed on their own time.   Our commitment to community leadership is part of our social vision, Lead Well, encouraging team members to engage in a broad range of community impact initiatives. Did you know? All team members can access paid time off to volunteer, partner with local charities and build long-lasting relationships.   Lead Well Champions are big volunteers, too! They are a home-grown, built-in cheering squad for our local Signature Cause programs, Feed the Valley & The Full Cupboard, raising food, funds and awareness for local food banks, from the inside out.   As we celebrate National Volunteer Week, we thank our amazing volunteers for their commitment and care. Together, they are making a positive impact and helping communities flourish. Join us and be the change you wish to see in your community. Together, we're leading well!

We’re proud to partner with BC Cancer Foundation’s Workout to Conquer Cancer challenge. With every step, rep and stretch, we are fueling hope for the 1 in 2 British Columbians who will face a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. At Island Savings, we know cancer impacts many lives. Whether it’s a personal diagnosis, a loved one, cancer has a ripple effect on families and communities.   Through our partnership we can help BC Cancer Foundation:   Power innovation across BC Cancer’s research programs and research centres. Accelerate access to cutting-edge treatment and patient care, bringing it closer to home. Transform the future of cancer treatment and elevate the standard of care. Join us as we take action to bring hope to patients and their families. To learn more or donate to the Island Saving, a division of First West Credit Union team at First West Credit Union – Workout to Conquer Cancer | BC Cancer Foundation Together, we are stronger than cancer. #WorkoutToConquerCancer #WhyIWorkout #WorkoutBC

It's National Volunteer Week and today we celebrate the outstanding community leadership of our team member, Sarah. Volunteering in the community isn’t new to Sarah. Whether she is helping at the local community kitchen, lending a hand at local events, or raising food and funds for our local food banks, Sarah is always there. As a recipient of a Lead Well award—our social vision program celebrating volunteer leadership—Sarah donated $1,000 to Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan. Tristan from Easter Seals/BC Yukon shared “We are so grateful to be the recipient of a Lead Well award. This award will enable us to send a camper to Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan – an inclusive, fully accessible place where everyone is welcome, and that caters to all abilities and cultivates personal growth. Thank you from all of us at Easter Seals BC/Yukon for this wonderful gift.” Thank you, Sarah, for your incredible contributions and for making a difference in our community. You inspire us all!