This blog post is written by Julia-Anne Morris, Volunteer Victoria’s Youth Programs Manager What do you think of when you hear the word volunteer? Do you think of making a difference? Developing your own skills? Being happier? According to researcher…
An exciting opportunity exists to join an outstanding staff and volunteer team providing services to 300 non profit agencies and thousands of volunteers in Greater Victoria. Volunteer Victoria is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as Coordinator of…
Written by: Julena Breel, Youth Programmer Recently the Clayoquot Sound Conservation Alliance held a panel event called “Clayoquot Conversations: The Legacy and Future of Clayoquot Sound” at Alix Goolden Performance Hall. Lead by Elizabeth May speakers included veteran environmentalists, reporters…
Like millions of people across the world this week we have been watching the tributes to Mr. Nelson Mandela. Amongst the many touching testimonies to the strength and courage of one’s word’s greatest advocates for equity and freedom and outstanding…
We recently found a list of 100 different ways to thank volunteers. The list seems pretty extensive and thoughtful, and many of the suggestions seem manageable and budget friendly. The challenge with the list – as it is with so…
Over the years Volunteer Victoria has shared many E-Link articles about importance of robust volunteer assessments and the use of criminal record checks as one tool in the process to help determine a volunteer’s suitability. Over the last 2 years…
In July 2013, Volunteer Victoria’s Youth Program hosted the first Community Youth Leadership Summit! Part of the week was reflecting on volunteering, the community, and the Summit in the format of a blog post. Melody was one of our awesome…
In July 2013, Volunteer Victoria’s Youth Program hosted the first Community Youth Leadership Summit! Part of the week was reflecting on volunteering, the community, and the Summit in the format of a blog post. Sara was one of our awesome…
Have you ever wondered who we are? Not as individuals or even as organizations, but who we are as the ‘non-profit sector in BC .’ There is no question that collectively the 161,000 non profit organizations in Canada make huge…
In July 2013, Volunteer Victoria’s Youth Program hosted the first Community Youth Leadership Summit! Part of the week was reflecting on volunteering, the community, and the Summit in the format of a blog post. Cammy was one of our awesome…
