In Spring 2020, as we were managing the early stages of the COVID-19 crisis, Volunteer Canada’s blog identified key information on the Board’s role in a crisis and questions around risk management. As we move from crisis management to recovery, both in the short and long term, there continue to be key topics that should […]
Continue ReadingNational Volunteer Week builds momentum for a National Voluntary Action Strategy
Our theme and our celebrations for National Volunteer Week 2021 were inspired by National Volunteer Week 2001. Twenty years ago, we celebrated ‘The Value of One, The Power of Many’ alongside the International Year of Volunteers. You could say that 2001 lay a solid foundation for volunteerism on which we stand today, but we also […]
Continue ReadingEmployee Engagement, Corporate Purpose and The Next Normal: Companies gather to discuss the future of corporate community engagement
150 delegates from 100+ companies of Volunteer Canada’s Corporate Community Engagement Council (CCEC) and Points of Light Corporate Service Council virtually gathered on April 8 for a powerful and insightful afternoon of engaging presentations and thought-provoking content. The half-day event explored: What will the future of work look like and how will it affect employee […]
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