Today we honour those who believe in all work and no pay.
Find out what moves them to take action.
Hear how they give, but get more in return.
Listen to their stories below and be inspired to start making a difference in our community.
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VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: Liana Palmer, Volunteer - Codrington Community Centre
Liana Palmer moved to the Brighton area in the 1980s after retiring. When she was working, she didn't have the time to volunteer much but moving to a smaller community, enjoying the more relaxing pace...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: Dan Bulger, YMCA Volunteer
Dan Bulger has been a volunteer with the YMCA in Cobourg since he was a young energetic teenager. While it wasn't something he was looking for at the time, it's something that he's grown to love. A lo...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: Ian Beattie, Volunteer Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Ian Beattie volunteers at the Restore with Habitat for Humanity. This year, he received a Distinguished Civic Awards for Community Service at the Cobourg Civic Awards ceremony. Beattie doubled his vol...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: Sharyl Ann Milligan, Volunteer with Northumberland Hills Hospital
Even though she's retired, Sharyl Ann Milligan stays busy volunteering five days a week with various groups in Northumberland. She told us that after she retired, she wanted to keep working with child...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: Selena Forsyth, Volunteer with Ed's House Hospice
Selena Forsyth wears a lot of hats when it comes to volunteer work. In fact, you'd be hard pressed to find something she hasn't volunteered for during her time in Northumberland. Selena moved to Port ...
Aug 25, 2022