How can equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives address social injustice and systemic racism?

The horrific death of George Floyd on May 25th, and the thousands of others that came before him, has ignited the organic global movement to address systemic racism and social injustice. At Volunteer Canada, we are exploring ways to better equip ourselves to take action that is respectful, meaningful, and impactful. We know it begins with […]

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As we all clap out National Volunteer Week 2020, let’s have a round of applause for this country’s volunteers and those who support volunteering.

As we all clap out National Volunteer Week 2020, let’s have a round of applause for this country’s volunteers and those who support volunteering, as they walk down our virtual red carpet… Cheers to volunteers who are: delivering groceries to people self-isolating… staying home from helping at homework clubs… answering the phone line listening to […]

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Let’s all cheer for Canada’s volunteers during National Volunteer Week 2020

National Volunteer Week is here, and it’s a coast-to-coast-to-coast celebration of the commitment, dedication, generosity and selflessness of Canada’s almost 13 million volunteers. Canada’s volunteers work tirelessly to achieve progress in their communities, cities and country. They give time to support causes and programs they believe in and ask for nothing in return.  The theme […]

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