Executive Council
April 13, 2015

Recognizing our Community Sector

Provincial Government Celebrates The Many Faces of Volunteering During National Volunteer Week

April 12 to 18 is National Volunteer Week in Canada. The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister Responsible for the Office of Public Engagement, is encouraging people to celebrate and recognize the important contributions of volunteers in Newfoundland and Labrador.

"From volunteers involved through youth groups, school boards, and regional health organizations - to those working with our most vulnerable populations - all are essential to the continued social, cultural and economic development of our province. During Volunteer Week, I ask all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to join the Provincial Government in thanking all of our volunteers and I encourage women and men of all ages to become actively involved in their communities."
- The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister Responsible for the Office of Public Engagement

This year's theme, The Many Faces of Volunteering, highlights the diversity of the people who volunteer in communities and the many ways that they are involved. It is estimated that there are approximately 3,600 volunteer and non-profit organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador. Charitable giving and volunteering are significant parts of the Canadian economy, with a combined value of over $53 billion.

"Volunteers are the backbone of the nonprofit and charitable sector. They work in leadership roles, behind the scenes and on the front lines. Volunteers contribute millions of hours each year to the organizations and causes that matter to them. Volunteer Week is a time to encourage people from all around Newfoundland and Labrador to say thank you to the many people who volunteer and to recognize and celebrate their commitment."
- Penelope M. Rowe, Chief Executive Officer, Community Sector Council Newfoundland and Labrador

To help celebrate Volunteer Week, a customizable Volunteer Appreciation Certificate is available to help support volunteer recognition events. Simply download, fill in the relevant information, print, and present. For a list of events across Newfoundland and Labrador to celebrate Volunteer Week, visit: communitysector.nl.ca/volunteerweekinNL

QUICK FACTS

• The Provincial Government is celebrating National Volunteer Week from April 12 to 18.
• This year's theme, The Many Faces of Volunteering, highlights the diversity of the people who volunteer in communities and the many ways that they are involved.
• It is estimated that there are approximately 3,600 volunteer and non-profit organizations in the province.
• To help celebrate Volunteer Week, a new customizable Volunteer Appreciation Certificate is available this year to help support volunteer recognition events.

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