The week of April 6 to 10 was declared National Volunteer Week in Yorkton by City Council at its regular meeting Monday.
"Canadians have a rich history of volunteering and community involvement. With 12.5 million of them dedicating their time across Canada, volunteers are on the front lines of all our community services - community health care, sports and recreation, heritage and arts, environmental protection and advocacy, disaster relief, international development - the list is endless. The work of volunteers is essential to maintaining resilient communities at home and around the world," explained Lisa Washington, the City's Community Development Manager who made the request.
"National Volunteer Week (NVW) pays tribute to the millions of Canadian volunteers who graciously donate their time and energy. This year's 68th annual NVW takes place the week of April 10 to 16. It is Canada's largest celebration of volunteers, volunteerism and civic participation.
"National Volunteer Week was first proclaimed in 1943 as an initiative to draw the public's attention to the vital contribution of women to the war effort on the home front. In the late 1960s, the focus was revived and broadened to include all community volunteers."
"Passion, Action, Impact is the theme of this year's campaign. It is based on the individual volunteer super-heroes across Canada who dedicate themselves to making their communities better - and Canada a great place to live."
The request received the unanimous consent of Council.
