For over a decade, Canadian youth have volunteered more than any other age group. In fact, 53% of Canadians aged 15–24 are involved in volunteering. This puts youth well above the national average of 44%. If we engage youth effectively, we can keep Canada’s voluntary sector strong. As many of Canada’s seniors retire from their volunteer […]
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The Canadian volunteer landscape is changing: one in five Canadians is now an immigrant. While immigrants volunteer at a lower rate than people born in Canada (38% vs. 45%), they tend to contribute more hours (162 hours per year vs. 152 hours). Why should your organization engage newcomers? To expand your volunteer base To access […]
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The volunteer experience individuals look for evolves as they move through the different stages of life. In Bridging the Gap, Volunteer Canada found differences between four cohorts: youth, families, employer-supported volunteers and baby boomers. These groups may have varying priorities and circumstances related to different demands, such as school, work and family. Volunteering is a two-way relationship, […]
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