Why volunteers aged 30+ should consider a mental health peer support role

Looking for a new volunteer role? If you’re over 30, consider joining millions of your peers Canada-wide in delivering essential, community-based mental health peer support services. While Canada is making great strides in offering more and better provisions for youth mental health services, it is important to note that mental health issues do not simply […]

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How to write a strong reference letter for a strong volunteer

A reference letter showcases a volunteer’s achievements and the skills they’ve gained through volunteering. It can help a volunteer who is looking for a job, especially youth, who may not have much work experience on their resume. It can also be useful when a volunteer is applying for an internship, to a school or program, […]

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Youth Volunteerism: Lifting communities by bringing us down to Earth

NVW 2019 Blog Series: Part 5 There is a strong current that shapes the lives of Canadians each day. This current is powered by people who give their time, talents, and their presence through community involvement. Maybe it’s as a volunteer, a friendly neighbour, a welcoming classmate, or someone who simply keeps showing up for […]

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