The Canadian Western Bank is committed to helping local residents grow their investments while helping children and youth at-risk in Victoria. For every dollar invested locally in their ‘Greater Interest GIC’ campaign last fall, the Canadian Western Bank donated 1/8% to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria. A donation of $8973.00 was presented to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria at the annual winter party for the children, families, and volunteers of the agency at Pearkes Arena on Friday Jan 22, 2010.

Canadian Western Bank’s (TSX: CWB) (CWB or 'the Bank') The Greater Interest GIC® campaign this year raised $300,000 for children's charities across Western Canada. This unique personal and community investment product was offered through the months of September and October and resulted in the largest ever donation from this campaign. “We work hard to support and strengthen the communities that our customers call home, even when economic times are tough," said Peter Morrison, CWB Vice President of Marketing and Product Development. “This unique investment delivers two distinct returns. The first return is for our clients with a competitive rate on their guaranteed investments. The second return is to help improve the lives of kids and youth in the communities in which our employees and customers live, work and play."

Rhonda Brown, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria said, “this partnership demonstrated so beautifully that people and organizations find meaningful and creative ways to help children and families at-risk. The Canadian Western Bank and their clients will make a positive impact in our community in 2010 and we could not be more pleased or thankful.”