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Let’s all cheer for Canada’s Volunteers during National Volunteer Week 2020
National Volunteer Week is here, and it’s a coast-to-coast-to-coast celebration of the commitment, dedication, generosity and self lessness of Canada’s almost 13 million volunteers.
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Canada’s volunteers work tirelessly to
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS
Jim McDonell,
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achieve progress in their communities, cities and country. They give time to support caus es and programs they believe in and ask for nothing in return. The theme this year – It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers – encourages all Canadians to loudly and proudly cheer for Canada’s volunteers.
Without volunteers and their more than 160 million hours of volunteer time each month, so much of what must get done, would go undone. Meals would have no wheels. Seniors would miss medical appoint ments. Cats and dogs would have no foster homes. Walkways and driveways of elderly neighbours would pile up with snow. Groceries at food banks wouldn’t make it to those in need. Children’s sports teams would be benched. And for that and so much more, we owe them our thanks and heartfelt cheers.
During the COVID-19 public health crisis, Volunteer Canada would like to shine the spotlight on those volunteering in essential services and to salute those who help by staying home to protect themselves and their communities.
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Make a difference in your community by volunteering to help support seniors and the most vulnerable during COVID-19
Your community needs your help! On March 30, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health recommended that individuals over 70 years of age selfisolate and, where possible, seek services over the phone or internet or ask for help from friends and family with essential errands. During this difficult time, it is more important than ever to come together and help those in need, ensuring all Ontarians have access to food, medicine and basic necessities. How can I help? If you are an individual interested in volunteering or an organization in need of volunteers, visit SPARK Ontario at www.sparkontario.ca to get connected and start helping those impacted by COVID-19.
Spread the word about volunteering and let’s give back to the community. What is SPARK Ontario? SPARK Ontario is an online platform that connects not-forprofit organizations with potential volunteers. SPARK Ontario supports volunteer recruitment and retention by gathering volunteer opportunities from across the province, as well as other resources into a single, accessible website that encourages Ontarians to volunteer and support their communities.
Thanks to all our volunteers.
