3 Reasons to Ring in 2021! Looking Twenty Years Back and Twenty Years Forward

2021 marks the 20th anniversary of 3 significant milestones for the non-profit and charitable sector in Canada: (1) the International Year of Volunteers 2001; (2) the launching of the first Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement; and (3) the signing of an Accord between the Government of Canada and the (voluntary) non-profit and charitable sector. 2021 […]

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Do you know a volunteer with an inspiring story?

Did you hear about last year’s recipients of Canada’s Volunteer Awards? Roberta Farr has been providing school supplies to kids since 1993! Shadia Rahman saw a need to help new immigrants. Emma Moore raised awareness on PEI about the GoHere Washroom Access Program. Kal Dosanjh created his own sports foundation to provide a positive outlet […]

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Reflections on the past six months and what the future holds

On September 14, 2020, Volunteer Canada hosted its 43rd annual general meeting (AGM) and 1st virtual AGM. Paula Speevak, President and CEO of Volunteer Canada shared her thoughts on the past 6 months and what the future holds for Volunteer Canada. Below is an excerpt of her remarks, adapted for the Volunteer Vibe blog. How […]

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