Richard T. gave ninety-six hours of his time over six months to support residents at the Cottonwood, Connolly, and Cypress Lodges on the Riverview lands in Coquitlam, BC. The lodges aid in the short-term and long-term recovery of mental health residents in specialized care. Some of the activities Richard facilitated were recreational and life skills […]
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For Volunteers, Volunteer ManagementIn Canada, volunteers are generous with their time Did you know that volunteers in Canada donate 1.7 billion hours of time and talent each year? Here are a few other new facts about volunteers from Imagine Canada: Volunteers help build stronger and healthier communities In the last six months, Community Volunteer Connections has helped 40
Volunteer During The Holiday Season To Bring Joy When you volunteer at this time of year, you’re one of over 74% of Canadians who take joy in volunteering for local charity during the holiday season. Or one of the 85% who believe that the holiday season is for helping those in need. You can find
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For VolunteersThe Volunteer Job Fair Community Volunteer Connections recently held a Fall Volunteer Job Fair at the Coquitlam Public Library. The event was for adults, seniors and youth to meet local non-profit organizations and their leaders, coordinators and managers to ask questions about their organizations, and learn more about their organization’s volunteer program. The event was
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For VolunteersAmazing Volunteers As Community Volunteer Connections celebrates its 45th anniversary, I’m asking myself about the benefits of volunteering. Community Volunteer Connections has had the honour of working with amazing volunteers since 1976. What has drawn these hundreds of volunteers to do this important volunteer work? Why do people volunteer and what are the benefits of
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