Highlights from the Corporate Community Engagement Council Gathering from a Corporate Perspective

From August 17 to 19, 2020, Volunteer Canada held its bi-annual Corporate Community Engagement Council (CCEC) Gathering, bringing together over 90 attendees, including Council member companies, their nonprofit partners, and speakers from Canada, the United States, Ireland and Peru. The summit’s theme of Re-Building and Resilience – Re-Imagining Volunteering and Community Engagement was timely and […]

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Do you know a volunteer with an inspiring story?

Did you hear about last year’s recipients of Canada’s Volunteer Awards? Roberta Farr has been providing school supplies to kids since 1993! Shadia Rahman saw a need to help new immigrants. Emma Moore raised awareness on PEI about the GoHere Washroom Access Program. Kal Dosanjh created his own sports foundation to provide a positive outlet […]

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Reflections on the past six months and what the future holds

On September 14, 2020, Volunteer Canada hosted its 43rd annual general meeting (AGM) and 1st virtual AGM. Paula Speevak, President and CEO of Volunteer Canada shared her thoughts on the past 6 months and what the future holds for Volunteer Canada. Below is an excerpt of her remarks, adapted for the Volunteer Vibe blog. How […]

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