Mayor Bevilacqua honours contributions of Vaughan volunteers
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City’s annual awards ceremony held during National Volunteer Week
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council came together on April 9 to honour outstanding community leaders during the annual Volunteer Recognition Awards ceremony at Vaughan City Hall.
This event celebrates National Volunteer Week and demonstrates the appreciation the community has for the many selfless citizens who generously offer their time, unique skills and experience for the betterment of this city.
In total, 70 community volunteers were recognized during the ceremony. Each of them contributed in their own unique way, whether it was raising money for worthy causes, protecting the environment or being there for someone in need.
Strong communities are built with the help of dedicated volunteers and the City of Vaughan is proud to recognize the efforts of those who step in and step up to contribute to an even more vibrant civic life.
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“Anyone who has experienced the care and compassion of a volunteer truly understands the invaluable contributions they make to our community’s quality of life and overall well-being. As a city, we stand united in our belief that these dedicated individuals are among our most cherished human resources. Our City has chosen to shine a spotlight on this inspiring altruism, without which many of the worthy causes in our community would suffer. I express my heartfelt gratitude to all those who have chosen to advocate for our many great initiatives. Volunteers embody the spirit of generosity that defines Vaughan and we are grateful for the positive impact they make every day.”
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
QUICK FACTS
· National Volunteer Week takes place each year in April. This year, the week is celebrated from April 7 to 13.
· The City of Vaughan has handed out 3,458 Volunteer Recognition Awards in total since 1998.
· The annual week pays tribute to the millions of Canadian volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to making a difference in their local community.
· Canadians volunteered close to two-billion hours in 2013. Source: Statistics Canada
LEARN MORE
· City of Vaughan Volunteer Recognition Awards webpage
· Volunteer Canada webpage
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