Criminal record checks: A valuable screening tool or a barrier to volunteering?

Background checks are an important part of volunteer screening – but are nonprofit organizations relying on them too heavily?

It’s not just fun and Games: The volunteer legacy of large-scale sporting events

When big sporting events come to town, what volunteer legacy do they create?

Waiting but not idle: How to keep potential volunteers engaged with your organization

How do you engage potential volunteers who don’t yet have a role within your organization? We talked to the experts for tips.

The tool that every volunteer coordinator needs

Don’t risk losing potential volunteers – keep your volunteers engaged with this simple tool.

The changing face of volunteering in Canada

The traditional approach to volunteering in Canada is changing – but what does this mean for Canadian nonprofits? And how can your organization ensure you aren’t left behind?

Getting ready for the skilled volunteer

Volunteers today are increasingly skilled, with an interest in bringing these skills to work for your organization. Are you ready for them?

Playing for keeps: Recruiting and retaining volunteer staff in volunteer-run organizations

Keep your all-volunteer organization running smoothly with these tips.

Volunteer screening: More than just a police records check

A criminal record check is only one step in the volunteer screening process.

Have students, will achieve

We interviewed several organizations with student volunteer programs to find out the benefits and challenges of working with this unique segment of the population.