NVW 2019 Blog Series: Part 4 This week is National Volunteer Week, and we’re celebrating the #VolunteerFactor – Lifting Communities! One of my favourite things about this week, is the myriad of examples, heartwarming stories and proud testimonials shared from across Canada by volunteers and those impacted by their work. It is striking how all […]
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NVW 2019 Blog Series: Part 2 On this second day of National Volunteer Week (NVW), let us celebrate volunteers and organisations that lift communities by contributing to reaching the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs)! That’s the volunteer factor! In 2015, the United Nations adopted the SDGs to mobilize global efforts to improve social, economic, and […]
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More than 50 per cent of Canadian youth volunteer – that’s more than any other age group. Young Canadians play a vital role in building healthy and resilient communities, and it’s important to engage them effectively. A key component of volunteer engagement is recognition. This step is essential for all ages, with most volunteers wanting […]
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