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National Volunteer WeekApril 10-16, 2011VOLUNTEERSGROWCOMMUNITYVolunteer Halton celebrates volunteers locally and internationallyWho gives more than is asked,cated to others by our amazingFurthermore, there are signifi-sometimes for little or no recogni-volunteers. Over two-thirds (67cant economic benefits from vol-tion, who arrives early and staysper cent) of the population aged 15unteering. In Halton, volunteers late day after day. They are theand over volunteered their timecollectively contributed over 38Volunteers! through an agency, a group or anmillion hours in the 12-monthNational Volunteer Weekorganization. Haltons volunteer-reference period between National Volunteer Week (Apriling rate is higher than both theSeptember 2006 and December10th to April 16th) is almost here.provincial (47 per cent) and nation-2007. The number of volunteerAs Volunteer Halton continues theal (46 per cent) averages. This ishours when converted into employ-tradition of celebrating volunteer-another reason for us to celebrate.ment is equivalent to over 20,000 ism, it is especially important onOn Monday, April 11, 2011, thosefull time year-round jobs. This rep-the 10th anniversary of theefforts are being acknowledged andresents a contribution to the econ-International Year of the Volunteer.appreciated at a Communityomy of about $ 1 billion. We must take a moment to thankVolunteer Award Breakfast, hostedChange The World Youththose who give tirelessly to theirby Volunteer Halton and generouslyIniativecommunities and beyond.supported by Regional MunicipalityVolunteer Halton, in partner-It is noteworthy that the formalof Halton. Volunteer Halton has sup-ship with the Ontario Volunteerproposal to proclaim 2001 theported agencies and volunteers sinceCentre Network (OVCN) and the Between April 10th and May munity, is the foundation of any International Year of Volunteers1972.Ontario Ministry of Citizenship1st, 2011, youth are encouraged to healthy city. Volunteer Halton was made by the Japanese govern-Through the services it pro-and Immigration, invites youth to create or participate in volunteer continues to promote civic engage-ment, who needs support nowvides, including an online oppor-participate in the 2011opportunities and events through ment to all the citizens of the more than ever before. That sup-tunities database, training, andChangeTheWorld: Ontariotheir schools or local agencies. In Halton Community. Day after day port is driven by volunteers. Non-consultation services, VolunteerVolunteer Youth Challenge.addition to the many positive residents of Halton are helping profit agencies around the worldHalton has been the hub of civicChangeTheWorld Challenge effects of volunteering such as hap-those who need it most, building are pitching in to help those inengagement in Halton. Advocatingbegan in 2008 to celebrate National piness and self-esteem, youth have community together.need in Japan and around thefor volunteer rights and expecta-Volunteer Week and provide a way the opportunity to get community So take a moment and extent a world. tions, these services are also tar-for Ontario youth ages 14 to 18 to involvement hours they need to special thank you to the unsung Here in Halton, there are tensgeting the next generation of vol-get involved in volunteering ingraduate high school.heroes of your communityof thousands of hours being dedi-unteers: youth.their community. Working together in the com-Volunteers!4 OUT OF 5 PEOPLE WITH DIABETESDIE OF HEART DISEASE.The Womens Centre is dedicated to supporting women in crisis, distress or transition by providing programs and services to effect positive change.Thank you volunteers!Better your odds.Tel: 905.847.5520Visitgetserious.caWebsite: haltonwomenscentre.orgTHANK YOUThank you to our 856 dedicated volunteers for making a positive difference in the lives of thousands VOLUNTEER Sof individuals in need every year. Your time and talentsare greatly appreciatedGeorgetown: 905-873-6502 Acton: 519-853-3310Interested in volunteering, contact us today!2370 Speers Rd. Oakville, ON L6L 5M2905-827-8800 ext. 2317 www.acclaimhealth.caOakville: 905-844-0252volunteering@acclaimhealth.ca Charitable Registration Number: 11928 4602 RR000123 Thursday, April 7, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER www.insideHALTON.com