Minerva Awards

According to legend, ‘Minerva’ was the goddess of warriors, poetry, medicine, wisdom, commerce, and craft.

The Minerva Award is presented annually to recognize a member of the Women’s Business Network who gives freely of her experience, time and energy to the organization, its members, and our community.

This individual is someone who has been instrumental in the growth of the CVWBN, who has assisted others in the membership and is a well-respected member of the business community.

The presentation of the award is made at the Annual General Meeting, which is held on the second Wednesday in May each year.

2027 Minerva Awards Nominations - now open! Deadline August 15th, 2027.

Honouring Minerva Award Recipients

Business Development Bursary

WBN Membership Bursary – Up to $500

The CVWBN offers an annual bursary of up to $500 to support members in enhancing skills and professional development. Eligible courses must be from accredited institutions or recognized professional associations. Members may only receive the bursary once every two years, at the Board’s discretion.

Application Deadline: August 15

Eligibility & Requirements:

  • CVWBN member in good standing for at least 1 year

  • Complete the online bursary application

  • Present a brief summary to members on what you learned

  • Submit a written statement on how the bursary will benefit your work/business

  • Volunteer on the Bursary Selection Committee the following year

Honouring Past Recipients

Lifetime Membership Award

Inaugural Lifetime Member Award

Maureen Glowasky of Grace Cosmetics was awarded the first “Lifetime Membership Award”. At our June 13, 2018 meeting Linda Graceffo presented the award to Maureen in honour of her dedication to the WBN.

Maureen has been a member since the organization was created more than 30 years ago. She is an inspiration to all of us and is well-deserving of the recognition. Congratulations Maureen!

Boost Organization

Building Opportunities for Organizations Using Our Strengths & Talents (B.O.O.S.T.)

Since 2011, the B.O.O.S.T. program supports a local non-profit each year by providing funds, skills, and talents that help fulfill their mission and wish list.

Each September, we announce the year’s recipient and raise funds monthly through 50/50 draws and member-hosted events. In December, we donate requested items, and throughout the year, we contribute volunteer hours—from building projects to hosting workshops.

Know a non-profit that deserves B.O.O.S.T.?

For some ideas, check out this BC government page that lists charities in the Comox Valley.

Nominate them for next year!

Honouring Past Recipients

Nominate a fellow member

Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce - Business Excellence Awards

The Comox Valley Chamber has put in place a grassroots nomination process that does not allow for self-nominations. All nominations come from businesses and individuals in the community that feel the nominee needs to be recognized. The Chamber Awards are open to chamber and non-chamber members.