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May 2, 2013   ·   0 Comments

Dear editor:

On the occasion of the 71st annual National Volunteer Week (April 21-27), Member of Parliament for Simcoe–Grey, Dr. Kellie Leitch, congratulates the millions of Canadians who volunteer to help their communities across the country every year.

“During National Volunteer Week, I would like to thank the volunteers who give their time and effort to help build stronger communities,” said MP Dr. Leitch. “They each play a vital role in building a stronger Canada.”

Volunteerism is important in improving the quality of life of many Canadians, building social networks and improving intergenerational relations. According to the Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating, each year, more than 13 million Canadians volunteer over 2 billion hours of their time to charitable and not-for-profit organizations.

To further recognize the outstanding voluntary contributions made in Canada, the Government introduced the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards. Canadians can show appreciation for exceptional volunteers in their communities by nominating them for one of the 17 awards. The second call for nominations closed on April 15. More information about the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards, including the first award recipients, can be found at www.pm.gc.ca/awards or www.facebook.com/PrixduPMAwards.

National Volunteer Week is the largest celebration of citizen participation in Canada.  The Government of Canada thanks the many Canadians who dedicate their skills and time to make this country a better place to live.

Dr. Kellie Leitch,

MP Simcoe–Grey

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