Tanara Oliveira/contributor
Since its start in 2005, the Jaguar Car Club of Victoria (JCCV) has been the proud host of the highly anticipated yearly Jaguar Owners of North America (JCNA) event, called JOTI - Jaguars On the Island.
This showcase in a park in Oak Bay consistently holds the distinction of being the largest open-air gathering of Jaguar automobiles in North America.
JOTI is a remarkable showcase that brings together a wide variety of Jaguar owners who exhibit their prized automobiles for both formal judging and the pure pleasure of sharing their passion with other enthusiasts.
Jaguars On The Island attracts Jaguar owners from B.C., Alberta, Washington, Oregon and sometimes California and Arizona. They come for the three days of social events, but are enticed by the beauty and hospitality of Victoria.
“There may be 120 or more Jaguars presented in Windsor Park on Saturday, July 22, at this free to the public event. Most are on display, while many are being judged. They range from 1950s sports cars and large saloons, to present day Jaguar electric vehicles. Jaguar cars is doing their best for the environment by halting petrol-fuelled engine production and going all electric after next year. Examples of what is to come will be parked on the field,” said Carole Borgens, JCCV vice-president.
Social work
Participating in this event also means of contributing back to the community. The JCCV has been instrumental in supporting the Victoria Hospice Society since 2011, donating an impressive $27,000 to this charitable organization.
This year they are determined to further its commitment by hosting a silent auction during JOTI. The auction will feature a wide variety of Jaguar-related items in addition to items with a broader appeal, such as gift certificates to the renowned Butchart Gardens. The auction’s primary objective is to increase the total amount donated to the Victoria Hospice to the milestone of $30,000 in cumulative donations.
“Representatives from hospice are present at Windsor Park Saturday to speak with visitors as well,” said Borgens.
Following the success of JOTI, the Oak Bay Collector Car Festival takes place on Sunday, July 23, continuing the automotive festivities.
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