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Provide national leadership and expertise on volunteerism. - Assure un leadership national et une expertise dans le domaine du bénévolat.

10/09/2025

“In this pivotal moment for our sector, this open letter from Canada’s nonprofits and charities is more than a call to action, it’s a collective affirmation of our shared values. Trust-based philanthropy isn’t just a funding model; it’s a commitment to equity, transparency, and community-led impact. Volunteer Canada proudly stands with our peers in urging corporate and philanthropic funders to commit to and demonstrate trust-based philanthropic funding practices now.” – Megan Conway, President and CEO, Volunteer Canada

Join a growing movement of funders, nonprofits, charities, and community groups across Canada championing trust-based philanthropy. By adding your organization’s name, you’ll be part of a movement for funding practices for deeper impact and lasting change.

➡️ Sign the letter: https://ow.ly/hBbj50X9rFl

10/09/2025

London, Ontario, UPS connects employees partnered with joined forces to assemble and distribute over 400 hygiene kits, each filled with essential care items to support members of their local community who are in need.

Making a tangible impact in London, this project connects to a wider national employee volunteering engagement initiative that’s bringing UPS teams together across Canada to support stronger, healthier communities!

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Les employés de UPS à London, en Ontario, se sont réunis pour assembler et distribuer plus de 400 trousses d’hygiène, chacune remplie d’articles essentiels pour soutenir les membres de leur communauté locale dans le besoin.

En ayant un impact concret à London, ce projet s’inscrit dans une initiative nationale de bénévolat d’employés qui rassemble les équipes UPS à travers le Canada pour soutenir des communautés plus fortes et en meilleure santé !

10/08/2025

Yesterday's National Volunteer Action Strategy (NVAS) Youth Roundtable in Waterloo Region reminded us why listening to young leaders matters. 🌱

Hosted by Volunteer Canada and University of Waterloo's Youth & Innovation Project, we gathered at United College's GreenHouse to discuss how volunteering can better serve the next generation. The conversation was rich, nuanced, and full of actionable insights.

Here's what we heard:

Match the process to the context. A special event shouldn't require the same application bureaucracy as a long-term placement in a hospital. Right-sizing processes makes volunteering more accessible.

Recognize evolving motivations. Early teens volunteer for required hours. Older teens build pre-career experience. Young professionals engage with causes they care about and local issues that matter. Each stage deserves different support.

"Be a good person outside of your metrics." Our attendee, Mariam's quote hit hard; so many young people chase 98% grades at the expense of being well-rounded community members. We need to normalize that meaningful contribution isn't just academic.

Volunteer managers are the bridge. They can make or break the experience. High-touch support during one-off events prevents volunteers from feeling lost. Building relationships, encouraging growth within organizations, and understanding what each role truly requires -this is where retention happens.

If volunteering is a career pathway, we have to act like it. Offer CPR and first aid training. Provide certificates. Share language volunteers can use on LinkedIn. Create mentorship opportunities and consider junior volunteer manager roles to connect with younger participants.

Intergenerational connection is craved. Young volunteers want mentors. Pairing generations in volunteer roles creates value for everyone involved.

The difference between formal and informal volunteering matters, and representation in communities—through local chapters, strategic collaboration, and persistent presence—builds trust and participation. Don't give up.

Thank you to everyone who brought their lived experience to the table. These conversations are shaping a national strategy, and your voices are driving real change. Check out our upcoming virtual roundtables or learn more about the NVAS: https://ow.ly/mMQL50X8COC

10/08/2025

On Monday, TD Canada employees volunteered with Furniture Bank in Etobicoke, where they spent the morning assembling, painting, and reupholstering gently used furniture.

These restored items will help alleviate furniture poverty, creating safe, functional, and comfortable homes for individuals and families in the local community, many of whom have experienced hardships.

Thank you to the TD team for turning teamwork into meaningful impact at this hands-on workshop!

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Les employés de la TD Canada ont fait du bénévolat avec Furniture Bank à Etobicoke, où ils ont passé la matinée à assembler, peindre et retapisser des meubles légèrement usagés.

Ces articles restaurés aideront à réduire la pauvreté en matière de mobilier, créant des foyers sûrs, fonctionnels et confortables pour des personnes et des familles de la communauté locale, dont plusieurs ont traversé des moments difficiles.

Merci à l’équipe de la TD d’avoir transformé le travail d’équipe en impact concret lors de cet atelier pratique !

10/08/2025

Are you a young person passionate about making a difference in your community? We want to hear your ideas on change and volunteering!

Volunteer Canada and the University of Waterloo’s Youth & Innovation Project are hosting upcoming virtual Youth Round Tables this October as part of the National Volunteer Action Strategy (NVAS).

🗓️ Western & Northern Canada
Date: October 14 | 5 –7 pm PDT / 6 – 8 pm MDT
Register: https://uwaterloo.zoom.us/meeting/register/-8nW3p0CRwOyVAaCyvvz8g

🗓️ Central & Eastern Canada
Date: October 21 | 4 – 6 pm EDT / 5:30 – 7:30 pm NDT
Register: https://uwaterloo.zoom.us/meeting/register/PcmaZYBLQomoXrwclu0SHg

These sessions are a space for youth to share their experiences, explore barriers, and shape recommendations for the future of youth volunteerism in Canada. We also invite educators, parents, and community leaders who support youth engagement to join the conversation.

Whether you volunteer regularly, occasionally, or not at all, we want to hear your story!

10/07/2025

volunteers partnered with Eden Food For Change in their Learning Kitchen to strengthen local food access in Mississauga.

Together, they prepared 200+ nutritious meals, helping to ensure community members facing food insecurity have what they need.

This is what being part of the is all about: teamwork, care, and community service.

Points of Light

10/07/2025

Are you passionate about community impact and volunteerism? Join the conversation in Calgary!

In collaboration with Volunteer Alberta and the Calgary Foundation, we are hosting an in-person National Volunteer Action Strategy (NVAS) Round Table on October 14, 2025, at the Calgary Foundation.

We invite non-profit leaders, volunteer managers, community builders, and anyone involved in the non-profit and volunteer sector to join us.

This session is part of a nationwide conversation to co-create the NVAS. Together, we will:

🔹 Share local insights and experiences
🔹 Explore what’s working well and where more support is needed
🔹 Strengthen volunteerism and the non-profit ecosystem in Alberta

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and shape the future of volunteer engagement in your community.

🔗 Register today: https://ow.ly/2bl450X7w8H

10/06/2025

Youth voices matter 🌟 Be part of the conversation in Waterloo tomorrow!

In collaboration with the University of Waterloo’s Youth & Innovation Project, we invite young leaders across Waterloo Region to an in-person Youth Round Table at United College, October 7 at 5 pm EDT.

Come share your experiences, connect with peers, and help shape the future of youth volunteerism in Canada.

Whether you volunteer regularly, occasionally, or not at all, we want to hear your story!

Register today: https://ow.ly/8NQv50X6Ob4

GreenHouse

10/03/2025

They’re back! Synopsys Canada employees returned to the YMCA Bonnenfant Y Outdoor Education Centre in Ottawa to take on a range of revitalization projects addressing essential community needs.

From building a new boat storage area to filling in potholes and landscaping around key program buildings, these volunteers demonstrated what is really about!

These hands-on efforts directly enhanced the safety, accessibility, and beauty of this cherished community space. Each year, the Bonnenfant Y Outdoor Centre provides thousands of local youth and families with opportunities for connection, learning, and personal growth in a natural setting.

Thank you to YMCA of the National Capital Region, Synopsys, and Points of Light for their partnership in making this volunteer day possible.

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Ils sont de retour ! Les employés de Synopsys Canada sont retournés au Centre d'éducation en plein air du YMCA Bonnenfant Y à Ottawa pour prendre en charge divers projets de revitalisation répondant aux besoins essentiels de la communauté.

Qu’il s’agisse de construire une nouvelle aire d’entreposage pour les bateaux, de remplir des nids-de-poule ou d’aménager autour des principaux bâtiments du programme, ces bénévoles ont démontré ce qu’est vraiment !

Ces efforts pratiques ont directement amélioré la sécurité, l’accessibilité et la beauté de cet espace communautaire précieux. Chaque année, le centre de plein air Bonnenfant Y offre à des milliers de jeunes et de familles locales des possibilités de connexion, d’apprentissage et de croissance personnelle dans un cadre naturel.

Merci à YMCA of the National Capital Region, Synopsys et Points of Light pour leur partenariat qui a rendu cette journée de bénévolat possible.

10/03/2025

🌟 Meet Dr. Femi Ogunrinde

We are pleased to introduce him as a newly appointed member of our Board of Directors at Volunteer Canada.

Dr. Ogunrinde is an accomplished executive and community advocate. As CEO of DAZOG Overseas Education Placement Consulting Inc., he has helped over 700 international students pursue their education in Canada. He also serves as President & CEO of Lighthouse To All Nations, a faith-based charity dedicated to community transformation and refugee resettlement.

With extensive governance and board experience, Dr. Ogunrinde brings a wealth of insight and dedication to community wellbeing.

We are excited to welcome his leadership and global perspective as we work to strengthen volunteerism across Canada.

Learn more about Dr. Ogunrinde here: https://ow.ly/hCnE50X5nOa

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🌟 Rencontrez Dr Femi Ogunrinde

Nous sommes heureux de le présenter en tant que nouveau membre du conseil d’administration de Bénévoles Canada.

Dr Ogunrinde est un dirigeant accompli et un acteur communautaire. En tant que PDG de DAZOG Overseas Education Placement Consulting Inc. depuis 2007, il a facilité le recrutement au Canada de plus de 700 étudiant·es venant de l’étranger. Dr Ogunrinde est aussi PDG de Lighthouse To All Nations, un organisme de bienfaisance confessionnel qui se concentre sur la transformation communautaire et la réinstallation des personnes réfugiées.

Grâce à sa vaste expérience de la gouvernance et du conseil d’administration, Dr Ogunrinde apporte une richesse de connaissances et de dévouement au bien-être communautaire.

Nous sommes ravis d’accueillir son leadership et sa perspective mondiale alors que nous travaillons à renforcer le bénévolat à travers le Canada.

En savoir plus sur Dr Ogunrinde ici : https://ow.ly/EoCI50X5nO4

10/02/2025

🌟 Meet Farah Kurji

We are pleased to welcome Farah to our Board of Directors at Volunteer Canada.

Farah is an experienced leader in the Social Impact space, having worked in diverse geographic and cultural contexts across Canada, the U.S., and Central Asia. She brings a perspective grounded in the belief that business can be a powerful force for change.

As the Senior Manager of Social Impact at TD Bank Group, Farah leads the Bank’s Corporate Citizenship strategy across North America, shaping TD’s approach to philanthropic investments and colleague engagement initiatives.

A lifelong volunteer, Farah’s commitment to community is personal and shaped by her family’s multi-generational journey as newcomers.

We are excited to welcome Farah’s expertise and community-driven leadership as we continue to strengthen volunteerism across Canada.

Learn more about Farah here: https://volunteer.ca/our-board/

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🌟 Rencontrez Farah Kurji

Nous sommes ravis de l’accueillir au sein du conseil d’administration de Bénévoles Canada.

Farah est une dirigeante chevronnée du domaine de l’impact social. Elle a travaillé dans différents contextes culturels et géographiques, notamment au Canada, mais aussi aux États-Unis et en Asie centrale. Sa perspective repose sur la croyance que le secteur des affaires peut représenter un moteur de changement puissant.

À titre de gestionnaire principale de l’impact social chez Groupe Banque TD, Farah dirige la stratégie de citoyenneté corporative du groupe à l’échelle de l’Amérique du Nord. Ce faisant, elle façonne l’approche de l’entreprise pour ce qui est des investissements philanthropiques et des projets de participation du personnel.

Farah est une bénévole de longue date et son engagement communautaire a été influencé par le parcours multigénérationnel de sa famille dans un nouveau pays.

Nous sommes ravis d'accueillir l'expertise et le leadership communautaire de Farah alors que nous continuons à renforcer le bénévolat à travers le Canada.

En savoir plus sur notre conseil : https://benevoles.ca/conseil-dadministration/

10/02/2025

📣 Alberta, we are coming to you!

In collaboration with Volunteer Alberta and the Calgary Foundation, Volunteer Canada is hosting in-person round tables this October in Alberta as part of a nationwide dialogue to help shape the National Volunteer Action Strategy (NVAS).

🗓️ Calgary Round Table
• Date: October 14, 2025 | 1 – 3:30 pm MDT
• Location: Calgary Foundation, #1108 – 105 12 Ave SE
• Register: https://ow.ly/W5pT50X5n5M

🗓️ Banff–Canmore Round Table
• Date: October 16, 2025 | 12 – 4 pm MDT
• Location: Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
• Register: https://ow.ly/LoLG50X5n5H

We invite non-profit leaders, volunteer managers, community builders, and anyone involved in the non-profit and volunteer sector to join us. We will come together to discuss what’s working, where additional resources are needed, and how we can co-create ideas to strengthen volunteerism and the nonprofit sector.

These sessions build on the online round tables hosted in September and offer a unique opportunity to connect face-to-face with peers, share local insights, and directly inform national recommendations.

👉 Register today to secure your spot at these sessions!

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