Holiday Volunteering
With the holidays fast approaching, volunteering becomes even more important as a way to help those in need.
Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. And it is often a two-way street: It can benefit you and your family as much as the cause you choose to help. Dedicating your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network, and boost your social skills.
People choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons. For some it offers the chance to give something back to the community or make a difference to the people around them. For others it provides an opportunity to develop new skills or build on existing experience and knowledge. Regardless of the motivation, what unites volunteers is that it is both rewarding and challenging.
For many people, volunteering appeals because of its social benefits. These include: meeting new people and making new friends; a chance to socialize; getting to know the local community.
Here are a few excellent websites to find current and relevant volunteer positions according to your interests:
The Best Volunteer Organizations in Calgary | VolunteerMatch
Browse Volunteer Opportunities | Volunteer Connector
Volunteer with The City of Calgary
Volunteer opportunities with the Canadian Red Cross - Canadian Red Cross
Volunteer | Calgary Drop-In Centre
Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter
Volunteer Opportunities | Alberta Health Services