upcoming events
Jump for Charity
Join us to jump for charity at Flying Squirrel Extreme Air Park—everyone is welcome! For every jumper who comes, we will donate $5 to The Pandora Arts Collective!
This is the perfect opportunity to take a well-deserved break before finals start and have fun with your friends for a good cause.
Limited spots are available, so take advantage of this opportunity to get involved!
Commerce Cup Finale Pub Crawl
Join us for the ultimate end-of-semester celebration with the Core Year Pub Crawl! Exclusively for 3rd-year students, this event is designed to cap off the semester in style while also honouring the victors of the Commerce Cup for Semester 2.
This event is for core years only and must be 19+
Finance Workshop
Interested in personal finance and networking with an Investment Advisor from RBC Dominion Securities' Wealth Management Team? Come to our Finance Workshop run by members of the Victoria CFA Society. This is a free event and open to all years!
Pre-Core Case Competition
Do you have the skills to be a business professional? Take a shot at the Pre-Core Case Competition that’s being held on March 16th. Participate and win exciting prizes and experience which will be key if you decide to be a part of JDC West!
The Gustavson School of Business Conference
The Gustavson School of Business Conference is an unforgettable weekend for core year students that many consider the highlight of the year. The conference will take place from March 15th-17th, 2024 in Nanaimo, BC and will be filled with friendly competition, insightful speakers, and lots of fun!
This event is for core years only and must be 19+ by March 15th
Pre-Core Laser Tag Battle
Join us for an exhilarating and interactive Laser Tag adventure exclusively for first and second year BCom students! It's time to gather your friends, gear up, and unleash your inner warrior at the Lazer City Fun Centre.
Engage in one of two time slots of round-robin gameplay (either 5pm or 6:30pm), ensuring non-stop action. Limited spots available, secure your ticket now!
Price: $10 ($16 ticket value)
No tickets available for purchase at the event
Career Fair
Get the opportunity to connect with employers at our Career Fair on March 5th from 11:00am-2:30pm. This FREE event is for all years and is located in Conference Room A, Sngequ House.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Closing Ceremony
Wrap up five days of giving with a memorable closing ceremony. Indulge in delicious canapés while hearing from Our Place Society representatives about how your support impacts the Victoria community.
Dress Code: Business Casual
Y2K Club Night
Our biggest event yet! Get ready to dance the night away to all 2000-themed tunes, you don’t want to miss this! Every dollar from ticket sales is donated to Our Place Society.
Theme: Y2K (2000s themed) attire
Tickets available at the door
Must be 19+ to attend
Warrior Wednesday
Join us for a powerful, but beginner-friendly yoga session that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to face anything. Bring your own yoga mat for maximum comfort. Every dollar from ticket sales is donated to Our Place Society.
Painting and Pizza
Join us for a relaxing evening of painting accompanied by fresh pizza. Follow along to a Bob Ross video or let your creative juices flow. All supplies will be provided! Every dollar from ticket sales is donated to Our Place Society.
Bingo and Burgers
Kick off 5 Days with a fun night of music bingo and burgers! Test your musical knowledge and win fun prizes with bingo—it's a night of tasty bites and catchy beats you won't want to miss! Your ticket includes a beef, chicken or veggie burger with fries. Every dollar from ticket sales is donated to Our Place Society.
Must be 19+ to attend
Hell Week's Over
Hell Week’s Over!
Join us for the 'Hell Week's Over' bash at Craft. Cheers to leaving the chaos behind and embracing reading week with open arms! 🔥🍻🎉
Click here to get a ticket!
This event is for core years only and must be 19+ to attend
BCom vs. Eng Hockey Showdown
BCom vs. Eng Hockey Showdown: Tickets Now Available!
Prepare for an unforgettable evening as the BCom and Eng hockey teams face off in a thrilling match-up! Our team is ready, are you?! Limited tickets are up for grabs, secure your seat now!
Wear your Gustavson merch or red and get ready to cheer!
No tickets available for purchase at the event.
When: Friday, February 9th from 2-3:30pm
Location: Oak Bay Rec Centre, use side arena entrance.
Limited parking available
These tickets are for BCom students only
No liquor or drugs on the premises or you will be denied entry
Vancouver Office Crawl
The Vancouver Office Crawl gives students the opportunity to learn about career paths, discuss future co-op opportunities, and tour physical work spaces to get a feel for various workplace cultures. Think your typical pub crawl with a professional twist on it - handshakes instead of cheers! The UVIC CSS (Commerce Student society) is teaming up with SFU, BASS (Business Administration Student Society), to collaborate on the Vancouver Office Crawl.
This amazing trip includes all transportation, accommodations plus lunch and dinner! We will be taking the ferry to Vancouver the morning of Friday, February 2nd and spending the night at the Georgian Court Hotel in downtown Vancouver. After touring office spaces we will end the night off with a fun dinner/social at an arcade bar downtown.
We hope to see you there!
Please note this is a 19+ event
Commerce Cup Kickoff
Get your Canadian tuxedo out for the Core Year Commerce Cup Kickoff! Join us Thursday, January 18th for a night filled with music, games and fun. Your ticket includes a complimentary alcoholic beverage and entry to the event.
Grab your ticket and join us for our Denim on Denim themed kickoff!
Where: Sticky Wicket (Strath) Games Room
When: January 18th from 9pm - 2am
Theme: Denim on Denim
Price: $10
This event is for BCom Core Year students only and must be 19+ to attend
Career Fair
Get the opportunity to connect with employers at our Career Fair on January 17th from 11:00am-2:30pm. This FREE event is for all years and is located in Conference Room A, Sngequ House.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Commerce Cup Finale
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Paparazzi Night Club as we celebrate the culmination of Semester 1 with all BCOM core members! It's a night of celebration, laughter, and making lasting memories as we mark the last day of Semester 1 in style!
This event is for BCom Core Year students only and must be 19+ to attend
The Annual Greater Victoria Business Banquet
The Annual Greater Victoria Business Banquet is an opportunity for the University of Victoria's commerce students to network with peers, mentors, and business leaders from various industries. The evening banquet will consist of a cocktail reception, a silent auction, and dinner at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort.
To create networking opportunities, students are seated with business professionals within their interested line of work, while business leaders have the chance to connect with the future generation of business professionals! For students looking for a co-op, this event is a great opportunity to make connections early and secure your co-op.
Every year the Business Banquet donates to a carefully selected charity. It is a pleasure to announce 100% of this year's ticket sales and all the silent auction revenue will go towards the Take a Hike Foundation!
We hope to see you there, click here to get your ticket!
Pre-Core Round Up
Join us for an adrenaline-packed pre-core event at Flying Squirrel Extreme Air Park! It's the perfect opportunity to take a well-deserved break from your studies and experience a fun new event. Tickets include entry to the venue (worth $30), jumping socks, and pizza!
Limited spots are available, so don't miss out on this opportunity to get involved in BCOM!
When: November 21 from 7pm-9pm
Where: Flying Squirrel Victoria
Click here to get a ticket!
Wine and Paint Night
Sip, Paint, and Make a Difference! Join us for a Wine and Paint Night for Charity! Let your creative juices flow as we paint, sip delicious wine, and raise funds for a great cause! All proceeds go to Pandora Arts Collective.
Open to all wine-loving art enthusiasts! Perfect for anyone looking to have a blast while giving back!
We've got something for everyone! In addition to wine, we offer beer, cider, coolers, and a variety of refreshing soft drinks for those who prefer non-alcoholic options. You can also indulge in a delectable assortment of cookies to fuel your creativity. This event is open for all ages but those who are 19+ and would like an alcoholic beverage please bring 2 pieces of government issued ID.
Get ready for a memorable evening of art, fun, and giving back.
We hope to see you there, click here to purchase tickets!
Core year pub crawl
Join us on Thursday, October 19th for a swinging good time at the Core Year Pub Golf Event! Dress in your best golf attire and compete to win with the lowest score at Victoria’s best pubs. Your ticket includes entry to the pub crawl and one drink ticket at each of the three pubs.
Participants must be at Swans Pub before 7:00pm to join the crawl and have 2 valid pieces of ID. Guests without valid ID will not under any circumstances be allowed inside the pub.
Limited ticket availability so get your tickets now!
Tee off at 7:00pm sharp at Swans Pub
When: October 19th at 7:00pm
Theme: Proper Golf Attire
This event is for BCom Core Year students only and must be 19+ to attend
Commerce cup Kick-off
Get your hula skirts and Hawaiian shirts out for the Core Year Commerce Cup kickoff at The Rooftop Patio! Join us Thursday, September 14th for an unforgettable night filled with music, games and fun. Your ticket includes a free signature drink and the opportunity to put your team to the test with a game of volleyball.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with fellow Core year students and celebrate the start of term. Grab your tickets and join us for our Hawaiian themed kick-off!
This event is for BCom Core Year students only and must be 19+ to attend
CRASH Week: Wellness wednesday
Find your inner zen with us September 6th for sunset yoga. Relax and rejuvenate before the school year starts with some canine friends. Smoothies and hot beverages included.
Where: Location TBD (refer to our instagram page @uviccss to keep updates)
When: September 6th at 7:00pm
Dress Code: Athleisure wear
Click here to purchase tickets!
CRASH Week: The amazing race
Join us September 5th for The AMAZING RACE! Work together with your group to complete challenges, meet students and alumni and win prizes! Food and drinks to finish.
Where: Gustavson Green Grounds
When: 4:30pm, following orientation
Dress Code: Something you feel comfortable being active in
Click here to purchase tickets for this event!