Volunteering is good for the community, but it’s also good for volunteers. For youth especially, volunteering is a fun and rewarding way to develop their passions, learn and improve their skills, and get started on a career path. Volunteer opportunities can give youth ahead start in their professional lives by teaching them about different careers […]
Continue ReadingStreamlining the screening process
There must be a better way to support screening practices in Canada! Not only have there been some great models developed in Australia, Northern Ireland, and Scotland but there have been some terrific developments in a number of Canadian jurisdictions for us to learn from. There have also been some innovative practices put in place […]
Continue ReadingVolunteer-Run Events 101
Regardless of the nature of the event you are planning, there are always procedures, permits and risks an organizer must consider. If you’re not a professional event planner, nor a member of a formal organization, it’s not always clear as a volunteer what responsibilities you hold when hosting a public event. Have you considered what you would […]
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