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Volunteerism

How to Show your Young Volunteers Appreciation

Danisha Bhaloo | Posted 04.23.2013 | Canada Living
Danisha Bhaloo

There are so many issues that it's easy to volunteer for a cause that means something to you. Through texting, facebook, Twitter and talking, our (young) volunteers are likely one of our greatest marketing tools. It's National Volunteer Week, let's show them that we care about their commitment to our cause.

This National Volunteer Week, Say Thank You

Jody Steinhauer | Posted 04.07.2013 | Canada Impact
Jody Steinhauer

This year, National Volunteer Week in Canada is April 21 - 27. It's a week-long recognition and celebration of the commitment of the roughly 13.3-million volunteers across Canada. So remember to smile a little wider during National Volunteer Week.

Volunteerism: The New Trend for 2013

Shane Feldman | Posted 04.03.2013 | Canada Impact
Shane Feldman

Teenagers are some of the most interested, enthusiastic, and concerned people around. The apathy adults were talking about was very specific. I had to do something. Today, what began as a small school assembly has transformed into "Count Me In Conference," which is the largest youth-run event in Canada!

4 New Canadians Who Love To Give Back To Their Communities

The Huffington Post Canada | Arti Patel | Posted 10.16.2012 | Canada Impact

For some new Canadians, adjusting to a new home isn't just about finding a new job or getting accustomed to a new language — it's also about slottin...

Time Management Troubles? Try Out Volunteering

CBC | Posted 09.14.2012 | Canada Living

If it seems as if there’s never enough hours in the day to do all the things you want — try reversing that feeling by volunteering your time to do...

Quick Study: How To Get Involved As A Family

The Huffington Post Canada | Arti Patel | Posted 01.16.2012 | Canada Living

Quick Study [kwik stuhd-ee]: The Huffington Post Canada's tips to make your life a little sweeter, five minutes at a time. Think of it as a cheatsheet...

The Positive Power of Selfishness

Dan Jacob | Posted 11.19.2011 | Canada Living
Dan Jacob

While I believe one needs to have altruistic tendencies to commit to a volunteer position, I just as firmly believe that some of the most awe-inspiring and powerful examples of volunteerism are often rooted in selfish motives. I believe this because I have witnessed it firsthand.

Volunteers Everywhere!

Larry Leach | Posted 09.18.2011 | Canada
Larry Leach

In your community, as many others, everywhere you turn there are volunteers. Whether it be at the community association or town, in one of the many ...