Volunteer Development
Volunteer Development Newsletters
Is there a special way that you recognize the Volunteers in
your Club or someone who goes the extra mile for the skaters?
If so please share that with us. Send us photos of your
volunteers at work, and we'll post them here!
Web Resources for Volunteers
- Volunteer Canada - represents and advocates for volunteerism in Canada. Includes resources, information, and a directory of volunteer organizations.
- World Volunteer Web - features volunteer events, opportunities, and news from around the world. Online resources are provided to facilitate community service projects.
- Charity Village - resources to help you recruit, integrate and retain volunteers
- Energize Inc. - volunteer management resources for volunteer leaders
Valuable Is the Work You Do
Valuable is the work you do.
Outstanding is how you always come through.
Loyal, sincere and full of good cheer,
Untiring in your efforts throughout the year….
Notable are the contributions you make.
Trustworthy in every project you take.
Eager to reach your every goal.
Effective in the way you fulfill your role.
Ready with a smile like a shining star,
Special and wonderful—that’s what you are.
~ author unknown, courtesy of Points of Light Foundation,
in honor of Volunteer Week
We all know how valuable our volunteers are. What they bring
to the skaters, clubs and community is MUCH more than a financial
savings. However, if you would like to do the math and actually
calculate the time and wage check out the document, Volunteer
Management Audit, from Volunteer.ca. This document has numerous forms for to help you audit your organization and calculate the value of your volunteers.
A sincere and grateful THANK-YOU, Volunteers!
~ Karen Edwards, WO Director, Volunteer Development
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gkedwards847@hotmail.com
WO Achievement Awards
Many of our Section's volunteers are honoured annually at our
AGM. [More...]
Club Volunteers - You Can Make a Difference
An article with special thanks to one of our Coaches Sue Plewes.
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