Volunteer Alberta’s Volunteer Specialist Community of Practice – Learn about Inclusive Language!

Join Volunteer Alberta for a Volunteer Specialist Community of Practice meeting on Inclusive Language on April 10 at 10 am! Words matter, and inclusive language isn’t just about communication—it shapes our communities and can foster respect and belonging. In this session, we’ll welcome Stephen Wright from Gateway to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Hub (gatewaytodiversity.ca), as […]

Zzeem Webinar – The CEO and the Board: Building and Maintaining a Thriving Relationship

One of the secrets of a high-performing organization is the synergy between the CEO and the Board of directors. This doesn’t happen by accident. Are your directors working well together? Do they share the same vision as the chief executive? Find out what your organization can do to keep your leadership team working like a […]

Do I need A Vulnerable Sector Check?

We’re thrilled to announce the return of our Volunteer Screening Program (VSP) webinette scheduled for Wednesday, March 6th! Join us for a short 30-minute session packed with useful information. We’ll cover all you need to know about Vulnerable Sector Checks (VSCs) and share good practices for screening volunteers. Don’t miss this quick and easy session […]

Capacity Building Project for Racialized Organizations

Join us on Wednesday, October 4th at 3:00 pm for a virtual information session about CCS’s ongoing capacity-building initiative for small organizations supporting marginalized communities.  Sign-up through our Eventbrite link here. The ‘Capacity Building Project for Racialized Organizations’ will equip small, racialized and indigenous organizations with the knowledge and tools to apply for and successfully […]

CALM: The Seminar

Fundraiser. A seminar on how to worry less. Presented by Worry Management Expert and Award-Winning Author Denise Marek! Proceeds go to the Abilities Centre, Whitby ON. 

ONE Hub Lunch and Learn Event

Join our upcoming discussion with Akil Mesiwala, the founder of The Box of Life. The Box Of Life is a social enterprise in Ottawa that designs beautiful composting systems and teaches people how to turn their food waste into soil that can be used to feed our plants and trees and beautify our neighbourhoods. Akil […]

Lunch & Learn Seminar: Maintaining Safety & Independence at Home

Come join VON’s ‘Safety at Home’ coordinator, Alex Townsend, to learn tips and strategies on how you can make your home safer by reducing the risk of falls and injuries at home. Learn more about: – Receiving a free home assessment from the Safety at Home program – Practical strategies to reduce risk of falls […]

Caregiver Education Series “From Stress to Strength”

A free caregiver education series where you’ll learn strategies and find resources to take care of yourself so you can continue caring for others. Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408 or email renate.ahapov@von.ca. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies Tuesday, November 8th, 2022 2:00pm-3:30pm Session 2: Regaining Control […]

Mindful Mondays with VON

A free mindfulness group that focuses on your well-being and guides you through practices to lower anxiety, boost memory & focus. Classes occur on Mondays from 3:00pm-4:00pm. Registration is required. (Online). Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408 or email renate.ahapov@von.ca. Monday, November 7th, 2022 – Sacral Chakra Monday, November 14th, 2022 – Solar […]

Caregiver Support Groups

Free support groups for anyone in a caregiving role. Meet others going through similar experiences, learn coping strategies and share your thoughts in a safe space. Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408 or email renate.ahapov@von.ca. Morning: When: Thursday, November 3rd, 2022 | 10:30am-12:00pm Where: 400 Victoria Ave N., Hamilton, ON […]