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Continue ReadingBuilding the Mosaic: Making Volunteering Multicultural
We have heard it before when it comes to multiculturalism; that the US is a melting pot and Canada is a mosaic. Personally, I love the visual of a colourful mosaic creating a larger Canadian identity that’s greater than the sum of its parts. Since today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, it’s the perfect opportunity take […]
Continue ReadingWhat I learned at my first volunteer management conference
I recently attended the Volunteer Center Leadership Forum and the Synergize Conference in Ottawa. Though I can safely say my brain has been turned to putty after so much information and meeting so many amazing volunteer engagement professionals, these four days were incredibly valuable for me, and I’m sure for everyone in attendance too. I […]
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