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National Volunteer Week, April 17-23, 2005
I would like to take this opportunity to make all of our clubs
and regions aware that Volunteer Canada has designated the week
of April 17–23, 2005 as National Volunteer Week.
This is a week to celebrate, acknowledge and highlight the achievements
of our volunteers. It is an opportunity to celebrate important
milestones, to allow volunteers to relive their experiences and
to promote the wonderful gift of giving and sharing.
Volunteer Canada has chosen the theme of Volunteers
Grow Community and encourages organizations to hold
special celebrations to raise the profile of volunteerism in their
community.
Why not try to schedule your April Board Meeting, Club Annual
General Meeting, or your annual Awards Banquet during this week.
Set some time aside during this meeting and truly celebrate the
work that all these individuals do for the betterment of your
skaters and your club. Send an invitation out to all your volunteers
inviting them to this special evening to celebrate their volunteerism.
Remember, taking time to plan a special evening to thank all of
your volunteers shows them that they are truly respected and appreciated.
It will encourage them to want to come back!!
For further information, check out the following web sites:
I do look forward to hearing from you and I do welcome suggestions
for future topics. Please e-mail me anytime at vaneng@golden.net.
By Brenda VanEngelen, WO Director of Volunteer Development
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