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Executive Council
September 24, 2010
Volunteers Step Up During Hurricane Igor
As the province is dealing with the
devastation caused by Hurricane Igor, Newfoundlanders and Labradorians
have been demonstrating their compassion and giving nature.
"In the face of the destruction, people are
volunteering to help their neighbours and communities get through this
difficult time and in many cases, non-profit organizations have been
offering their facilities as shelter to those in need," said the
Honourable Dave Denine, Minister Responsible for the Volunteer and
Non-Profit Sector. "No matter what issue people are presented with, they
go above and beyond to help ensure others are safe and comfortable.
Whether it is helping the community clean up or bringing a neighbour
some food, Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are always there to lend a
helping hand and show their cooperative spirit."
Through all kinds of situations, volunteers
and non-profit organizations are out in their communities providing
services and assistance, regardless of challenging conditions. The
Provincial Government recently launched the Who Cares? campaign to
recognize and celebrate these volunteers and organizations for their
tireless efforts giving back to their communities. On the Who Cares?
website,
www.WhoCaresNL.com,
there is an opportunity to thank individuals or groups who have
volunteered their time to help others. With the clean up from Hurricane
Igor just beginning, there will be many more hours of volunteer time
being given across the regions affected.
"I would like to thank all those who have
volunteered their time to assist their communities during these
difficult circumstances," said Minister Denine. "Many of you have opened
your hearts and your homes to help ensure that this recovery happens in
the most safe and efficient way possible."
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Media contact:
Lesley Clarke
Communications Specialist
Intergovernmental Affairs Secretariat
Volunteer and Non-Profit Secretariat
709-729-6026, 699-2910
lesleyclarke@gov.nl.ca
2010 09 24
9:30 a.m.
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