Over the past 150, years Canadian communities have
flourished with the help of volunteers.
In fact, Canada is known for its generosity. In 2015,
we ranked sixth in the World Giving Index which provides insight into the scope
and nature of giving around the world.
Many people and organizations have an important role
in sustaining the well-being of communities. They share a common goal with many
of us: to make a difference.
This is why Canada’s Volunteer Awards are so
important.
Canada’s Volunteer Awards recognize the important
contributions of individuals, not-for-profit organizations and businesses
across the country.
The Awards
also create an opportunity for volunteers to continue to give back. Award
recipients are asked to choose an eligible not-for-profit organization to
receive a grant of up to $10,000. The money will help support positive change
and initiatives, and sustain the culture of generosity that Canada is known
for. By nominating a volunteer, you can be part of the change in your
community.
In honour of the 150th anniversary of
Confederation in 2017, The Canada’s Volunteer Awards is
proud to acknowledge young volunteers. The Emerging Leader category is
expanding from one national to five regional awards in order to recognize the
contributions of more young volunteers to their communities.
If you know a volunteer, a youth, a business or a
not-for-profit organization that is making a difference in your community, show
your appreciation by nominating them for a Canada’s Volunteer Awards today.
For more information and to submit a nomination,
please visit Canada.ca/volunteer-awards.
The call for nominations closes on February 3, 2017.
Be part of the change in your community. Nominate a
volunteer today.
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