By: Lisa Mort-Putland, Board Chair, Volunteer Canada and Executive Director, Volunteer Victoria As volunteer managers we often spend time explaining to the new people we meet that we are not unpaid managers, but we are paid professionals who are experts in volunteerism. Now, imagine the excitement of 1400 volunteer sector professionals introducing themselves to each […]
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“People are at the heart of what we do. Our brand prioritizes human experience, knowing that powerful experiences can change communities, empower individuals and help to solve the most pressing issues facing us today.” – Dr. Megan Conway, President and CEO, Volunteer Canada Volunteering is fundamental to our identity as Canadians, helping to strengthen our […]
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Did you know that there is tremendous potential in intergenerational volunteering? Intergenerational Volunteering brings older adults and youth together in mutually beneficial ways. It creates meaningful connections between generations so that they can learn from one another while imprinting the values of volunteerism in the younger generations – planting the seeds for the future.
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