Nova Scotians are some of Canada’s most generous volunteers. On average, they contribute the greatest number of hours compared to volunteers from all other provinces and territories. Since 2007, Nova Scotians have consistently volunteered well above the national average. On November 2, the Kings Volunteer Resource Centre, the Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture and […]
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Many employed Canadians volunteer their time to make a positive change in communities across Canada. The number of companies that support their employees’ volunteer efforts grows each year, with more than half of employed volunteers receiving some sort of formal support from their employer. Whether employees’ volunteer efforts are led by the employees themselves or by […]
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Volunteer Canada launches new suite of programs and services for business. Corporate community engagement is evolving and gaining momentum. What was once limited to engaging employees through volunteering and donations, has expanded to include catalyzing vendors, retirees and customers to create positive change in their communities in a myriad of creative ways. Consumers are asking […]
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