Community Sector Council Newfoundland and Labrador

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1 Volunteer Week is a time set aside to celebrate the tremendous contribution made by thousands of people throughout the province who give their time freely to make their communities a better place to live. It provides an opportunity to express gratitude to the many dedicated volunteers in Newfoundland and Labrador and to increase public awareness of their efforts. Patron: The Honourable John C. Crosbie, PC, OC, ONL, QC Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador Honourary Chair: Mary Walsh Information and forms can also be accessed at:

2 We are thrilled to announce that actress, comedian and social activist, Mary Walsh has accepted the role of Honourary Chair for Volunteer Week As Honourary Chair, Mary will be involved in our annual Volunteer Week celebration activities and will assist the Volunteer Week Committee in their efforts to highlight and celebrate one of our most valued resources our volunteers!! The theme, Volunteers Stars in the Community, was chosen by the Volunteer Week Committee to highlight the work carried out every day in this province by the large number of volunteers, which generally goes unnoticed. Often it is our local artists, actors and entertainers who contribute so much effort to supporting community activities and fundraising events. Without the efforts of the many volunteers, a lot of services such as recreation, arts, health and social services would simply not exist. So please join Mary Walsh, the Community Sector Council Newfoundland and Labrador and the Volunteer Week Committee in celebrating the stars in our community.set aside April 10 th to April 16 th to let our volunteers shine!

3 Volunteer Week 2011 Funding To Support Your Volunteer Celebration/Recognition Event We are offering $100 grants to 14+ organizations and/or communities around the province to host an event to celebrate volunteerism. St. John s Annual Volunteer Recognition Night Recognition Night is April 10th at the C.L.B. in St. John s. You can register a volunteer(s) to be recognized at the event by submitting a registration form. Categories include individual, group, family, corporate and media. Volunteer Expo 2011 Discover Volunteering! The St. John s Volunteer Expo is an opportunity for your group to promote itself and attract new interest from the community. Set up a booth at the Volunteer Expo and show the public what you re all about and what you have to offer. Government House Reception In celebration of Volunteer Week, The Honourable John C. Crosbie, PC, OC, ONL, QC, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, and Her Honour Jane Furneaux Crosbie will be hosting a reception on April 13, Space is limited and will be filled on a first come basis, complete a registration form today. Proclamation The CSC Volunteer Week Committee, in partnership with Municipalities Newfoundland & Labrador, is encouraging town councils around the province to acknowledge Volunteer Week by signing a Proclamation Form (enclosed). Recognition Gifts Show a volunteer you appreciate them. Volunteer gifts and tokens are available for order through the. Gifts and tokens can be purchased online or by faxing order to , or by mail in order. Visit for more details. Some Events Happening During Volunteer Week April 10: St. John s Annual Volunteer Recognition Night 7:00 pm April 11: Volunteer Expo Village Shopping Centre (10 am 5 pm) April 13: Government House Reception prior registration equired. April 15: Cabot Loop Volunteer Celebration (time/location to be confirmed)

4 FUNDING TO SUPPORT YOUR VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION/RECOGNITION EVENT APPLICATION FORM The and the Volunteer Week 2011 Committee are encouraging communities and organizations across the Province to celebrate volunteers during Volunteer Week April 10-16, With the kind support of our sponsors, VOCM Cares Foundation and Bell Aliant, we are able to offer $100 grants to 14+ organizations and/or communities to host events that celebrate volunteerism. We are particularly interested in supporting organizations to come together to recognize volunteers. NB: Please print and submit completed form by fax or mail (see below). ***Deadline to apply Contact Name(s): Name of Group(s): Mailing Address: Telephone: Address: is (EXTENDED): Friday, March 25, 2011*** Fax: Event Description: (Be specific. Please indicate who your event will honour youth, seniors, volunteers in general, what you are planning, when you are planning to hold your event, and anticipated number of attendees, use back if necessary).

5 ANNUAL VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION EVENT For Individuals, Groups, Family, Corporations and Media Sunday, April 10, 2011, from 7-9 p..m. at the C.L.B., Harvey Road, St. John s REGISTRATION FORM Organizations and citizens are invited to submit the name(s) of an individual(s), group, family, corporation or media that they wish to recognize for their outstanding volunteer contribution. There will be a $15 fee to cover the cost of a recognition item that will be presented to your volunteer, group, family, corporate representative or media person during the recognition event. PLEASE NOTE: The $15 fee covers one (1) recognition item; should you wish each member of a group or family to receive an item there will be a $15 fee for each item. Please ENSURE your volunteer(s) is able to attend ceremony on *** April 10 th from 7-9 pm. *** Please submit completed forms to the address located at the bottom of this page. A separate form is required for each volunteer you wish to have recognized, please list all individuals of a group on a separate sheet if you wish to have their names called. Deadline for Submissions: Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Due to limited parking spacess available in front of the C.L.B. building, parking permits will be assigned in advance to those requiring blue zone parking. Does your volunteer require blue zone parking: Yes [ ] No [ ] Does the recipient or guests have any accessibility requirements: Yes [ ] No [ ] If Yes, please provide details of assistance required: Continued on next page.

6 ANNUAL VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION EVENT (Page 2) TYPE OF RECOGNITION: Individual [ ] Group [ ] Family [ ] Corporate [ ] Media [ ] Name of Volunteer/Group/Family/ Corporation/Media being recognized: Name of person accepting (if different ): Organization: Organization Contact: Organization Mailing Address: Postal Code: Telephone: Payment Method: $15 x = [ ] Visa (CSC will call to obtain Card Info) [ ] Cheque [ ] Please Invoice Organization Fax: Why does your agency wish to recognize the efforts of this volunteer / volunteer group / family / corporation or media? Your information will be printed in the celebration event program. Space is limited so please keep your script to 100 words or less. We will be creating a PowerPoint presentation of all registered recipients to run during the event, please send an electronic photo of your volunteer to carolanneryan@csc.nf.net by March 30, 2011.

7 VOLUNTEER EXPO 2011 DISCOVER VOLUNTEERING! Monday, April 11, 2011 at the Village Mall, Topsail Road, St. John s APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION FORM Does your organization need more volunteers? Do you want a chance to attract new members? The and the Volunteer Week 2011 Committee is partnering with the Village Shopping Centre to hold a Volunteer Expo on Monday, April 11, 2011 from 10 am to 5 pm. This event is an opportunity for your group to promote itself and attract new interest from the community. Set up a booth at the Volunteer Expo and show the public what you re all about and what you have to offer. The Volunteer Week 2011 Committee reserves the right to select the organizations who will take part in Volunteer Expo 2011 Discover Volunteering! Only those organizations selected for the Expo will be contacted. Space is limited, so booths may be assigned before the final submission date of Friday, March 18, Please read through the Agreement, negotiated with the vender, to ensure a successful partnership. Display Booking Agreement- Volunteer Expo 2011 Maximum of two (2) representatives from your organization to be present at your display at any one time throughout the Expo. All signage must be of a professional nature. We have ensured the vender that there would be absolutely no hand-written signage or materials. Photo of display must be submitted before space can be confirmed. Due to venue regulations, no active solicitation will be allowed. Your representatives may engage any person who approaches your booth, but are not to approach any passers-by. Absolutely no ticket sales at the Volunteer Expo. and the venue will provide 3 x 8 tables and chairs. Continued on next page.

8 VOLUNTEER EXPO 2011 DISCOVER VOLUNTEERING (Page 2) Organization: Contact: Organization Mailing address: Community: Telephone: Postal Code: Fax: Please list any materials, information aides, and displays you will have at your booth: (ie: computer, pamphlets, and signage). Please note there is no internet connection available and limited space for displays over 6 feet. Please check any requirements you may have to ensure the accessibility of your booth/ display to your representatives or participants. Electricity outlets (Limited outlets available) Mail or fax completed form to: Extra Space (more than one table) Other Attn: Carol Anne Ryan, Community Sector Council NL, Suite 201 Virginia Plaza, Newfoundland Drive St. John s, NL A1A 3E9 Fax: (709) carolanneryan@csc.nf.net Website:

9 GOVERNMENT HOUSE RECEPTION FOR VOLUNTEERS Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 4 pm - Government House REGISTRATION FORM In celebration of Volunteer Week, The Honourable John C. Crosbie, PC, OC, ONL, QC, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, and Her Honour Jane Furneaux Crosbie will be hosting a reception for volunteers at Government House on Wednesday, April 13, In order to involve as many volunteers as possible in Volunteer Week, non-profit groups are invited to send no more than 2 volunteers; this is to ensure they feel comfortable attending the reception with someone they know. Government House and the Volunteer Week Committee encourage you to try to send volunteers who might not otherwise have the opportunity to visit Government House or attend other Volunteer Week Celebrations. Due to limited space, only the first 100 applicants can be accepted for the reception. Government House will mail an invitation to the volunteer(s) you name below. Please provide home address for each volunteer. It is very important you confirm that your selected volunteers are available and will l to attend the reception on April 13 th BEFORE you submit their names to CSC. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: Sunday, March 20, 2011 Volunteer: Please specify Mr. [ ] Mrs. [ ] Ms. [ ] Volunteers Home Mailing Address: Voluntary Agency Affiliation: Agency Contact: Volunteer: Please specify Mr. [ ] Mrs. [ ] Ms. [ ] Volunteers Home Mailing Address: Voluntary Agency Affiliation: Agency Contact: Postal Code: Telephone: Postal Code: Telephone: Submit form to: Carol Anne Ryan

10 Proclamation WHEREAS THE TOWN OF RECOGNIZES THE ENORMOUS CONTRIBUTION THAT VOLUNTEERS AND VOLUNTARY, COMMUNITY- BASED ORGANIZATIONS MAKE TO THE SOCIAL, CULTURAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF OUR PROVINCE; AND WHEREAS WHEREAS IT HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED THAT NEWFOUNDLANDERS AND LABRADORIANS CONTRIBUTE AN ASTONISHING 35 MILLION HOURS OF VOLUNTEER EFFORT ANNUALLY, RESULTING IN A SIGNIFICANT AND POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OUR CITIZENS; AND THE TOWN OF ACKNOWLEDGES THE THEME VOLUNTEERS CONNECT COMMUNITIES FOR VOLUNTEER WEEK 2011, RECOGNIZES AND SHOWS APPRECIATION TO ALL OUR CITIZENS WHO VOLUNTEER, AND ENCOURAGES THE CONTINUATION OF VOLUNTEERISM. THEREFORE, WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE TOWN COUNCIL, I SIGN THIS PROCLAMATION AND DECLARE THE PERIOD FROM APRIL IN 2011 TO BE OBSERVED THROUGHOUT THE TOWN OF AS VOLUNTEER WEEK. I CALL UPON AND URGE ALL RESIDENTS TO LEND THEIR TIME AND SKILLS TO THIS WORTHWHILE ACTIVITY. Signed by Mayor of