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Why Does National Volunteer Week Matter in Canada?
National Volunteer Week (NVW) is an annual event in Canada that highlights the essential role volunteers play in our communities....
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Mar 83 min read
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Finding your Magic in 2025: 5 Reasons Why Volunteering Should Be Your Ultimate New Year's Resolution
As the New Year approaches, many people think about resolutions that promise self-improvement and happiness. While popular choices often...
Leah Messenger
Dec 14, 20243 min read
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This holiday season, why not take time to help others?
South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre Prepared by Laura Turnbull Board Chairperson The stores are getting...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
Dec 1, 20242 min read
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How to Encourage Community Engagement: 5 Unconventional Approaches to Promoting Volunteerism
Volunteerism strengthens communities and builds connections among residents. When individuals engage in volunteer opportunities, they...
Leah Messenger
Nov 28, 20242 min read
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Skills for jobs
Volunteering can be a powerful way to learn new skills and gain valuable experience that can boost your future career. Whether you're...
Leah Messenger
Nov 9, 20242 min read
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Today’s teenage volunteer brings many important gifts to the volunteer experience.
Article for November 2024 South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre Prepared by Laura Turnbull Board Chairperson...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
Nov 1, 20242 min read
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Why am I so committed to volunteering and helping others?Â
Article for October 2024 South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre Prepared by Laura Turnbull Board Chairperson  ...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
Sep 1, 20241 min read
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I love reading obituary notices in the newspaper
Article for May 2024 South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre Prepared by Laura Turnbull Board Chairperson I...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
May 1, 20242 min read
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In a few weeks the first of many festivals will begin!
South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre April 2024 Article Submitted by Laura Turnbull – Board Chairperson In a...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
Apr 1, 20242 min read
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If you want to do something rewarding this Spring...
South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre March 2024 Article Submitted by Laura Turnbull – Board Chairperson If...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
Mar 1, 20241 min read
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Expand your day, your insights, your life, by volunteering!
South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre March 2024 Article Submitted by Laura Turnbull – Board Chairperson...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
Mar 1, 20242 min read
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A new year is upon us, and we look forward to the opportunities ahead.
January 2024 Article A new year is upon us, and we look forward to the opportunities ahead. Or – at least I hope you do. I am excited by...
Rev. Laura J. Turnbull
Jan 1, 20242 min read
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