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.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY- Vera Mayor
Food insecurity is a rising problem both locally and across the province, and the need for a well stocked and staffed community food banks has become more apparent than ever. Vera Mayor never saw a fo...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: Sarah Darraugh
The Renfrew Fair's agricultural aspect is one of the largest of all the fairs in Ontario, and Sarah Darraugh's volunteer work puts her right at the forefront of it all. A big part of her life since sh...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY- Sue White
"Sue, I think you should join us!" Those were words that Sue White's friend, a volunteer member of the Support Committee for our local Air Cadet squadron, told her almost 13 years ago. Since...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: Kathy Lofthouse
With the Renfrew Rotary Club celebrating 100 years of volunteering the community, Kathy Lofthouse's work with Rotary programs are prime examples of top-notch volunteerism in Renfrew. Kathy broke into ...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY- Michael Ryan
A love for music and volunteering made joining to help organize the Renfrew Bluegrass Festival an easy choice for Michael Ryan. Michael cut his teeth running festivals through his own Pakenham Five Sp...
Aug 25, 2022
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY- Karen Bretzlaff
After retiring from owning her own business last year, Karen Bretzlaff turned to Valley Animal Rescue looking for something productive to do with her time. Initially interested in volunteering to fost...
Aug 25, 2022