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Upcoming Celebration: International Volunteer Day

International Volunteer Day is celebrated every year on December 5. This year, we are celebrating the power of volunteering across generations and its role in creating stronger communities and a sustainable future. In celebration of International Volunteer Day, join us for an insightful webinar on December 5 at 12 pm EST! This event will feature a conversation on intergenerational engagement with Megan Conway, President and CEO, Volunteer Canada, and Donna Butts, Executive Director, Generations United. We will also share updates on Volunteer Canada’s intergenerational initiatives and announce the 2025 National Volunteer Week theme. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the dedication of volunteers and inspire all generations to join the movement for meaningful change!

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Another Successful Burnaby Volunteer Management Hybrid Conference! (Save the date for October 28, 2025!)

Thank you to all the sponsors, presenters and participants for another successful Volunteer Management Hybrid Conference. Volunteer Burnaby is proud to promote and support the profession of administration of volunteer resources. Check our Volunteer Resources Administration Online (VRAO) training.

Sponsored by:

Presenters:

Rob JacksonSarah SukhramLEARN
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Tracey O’NeillNicole R. SmithAdam Janes

Participants:

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 28, 2025!

A Short History of Voluntary Sector-Government Relations in Canada

Volunteer BC News

Volunteer BC is undergoing a staff change. Lorelynn Hart has been with Volunteer BC for the past 14 years and we wish to thank her for all her hard work and dedication to supporting Volunteer BC over the years. Below you will find a link to an upcoming FREE training session on Volunteer Recruitment. Volunteer BC has training sessions that will be released in 2025, so stay tuned for registration information.  Volunteer BC is looking for subject matter experts on volunteerism or topics of interest for Non Profit organizations for upcoming webinars and conference speakers.

Volunteer Burnaby Newsletter

Your Volunteer Burnaby Community Engagement Coordinator

Alfred (Haoxiang Han), is our Volunteer Burnaby Community Engagement Coordinator. Alfred has a passion for empowering people through the arts and mental health practices. This interest led to studying Psychology and Art History at UBC. Alfred has a great perspective for community involvement through volunteering. He has volunteered with new Canadians, seniors, and vulnerable young people. Because of this valuable volunteer experiences, combined with his academic achievements, Alfred brings a fresh perspective to Community Engagement for Volunteer Burnaby programs and events. We welcome Alfred Han to the position of Community Engagement Coordinator for Volunteer Burnaby.

Contact Alfred at community@volunteerburnaby.ca

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