The City of Kitchener celebrates volunteers during National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week, April 19 – 25, celebrates the everyday ways that people across the city selflessly give of their time, skills and energy to strengthen our community, support neighbours, and help build inclusive communities through shared action.
“We are deeply grateful to the thousands of volunteers who are the heartbeat of Kitchener and help strengthen our community every day,” said Mayor Berry Vrbanovic, “Through their generosity, care, and commitment, our volunteers help to shape a better future for us all. Thank you to all our volunteers for everything they do.”
Volunteering happens every moment of every day, in ways small to large, formal or informal, and all meaningful. The City of Kitchener has an active formal volunteer base representing:
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over 800 direct volunteers
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countless resident groups
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28 affiliated neighbourhood associations
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40 minor sports clubs and associations
The City of Kitchener will also host a Volunteer Appreciation Event this Friday, April 24, to celebrate and formally thank its volunteers.
For anyone interested in volunteering with the City of Kitchener or in discovering current volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved, please visit Kitchener.ca/volunteer.