We’re looking for passionate, community‑minded people who recognize the impact of volunteers. If you believe in strengthening our community, supporting meaningful programs, and helping to guide an organization with heart, we’d love to meet you. Our board is a place for collaboration, fresh ideas, and shared purpose. Whether you bring lived experience, professional expertise, or simply a desire to support your community, your voice matters here. If you’re curious, excited, or

A time to celebrate community builders everywhere Every year on Dec. 5, we recognize International Volunteer Day and the work of volunteers around the world. This year’s theme, “Every Contribution Matters,” marks the official launch of the United Nations plan for Sustainable Development in 2026. This plan outlines 17 goals, among them-- addressing poverty, homelessness, health, education, inequality, sustainable communities, climate, and peace and justice—all reasonable thing

Two of our Board Members, Angela Patterson and Bruce MacArthur, were honored to receive King Charles III medals. You can read the Saltwire Article about the honors here. Congratulations to Angela, Bruce, and all the recipients of the King Charles III Coronation Medals.

Mayor Dave Corkum presents Valerie Despres with the Municipality's Volunteer of the Year Award. More than a dozen dedicated volunteers were the special guests at the annual volunteer awards celebration hosted by the Municipality of the County of Kings. Each year, the Municipality invites community organizations to submit their nominations for three main volunteer awards: Youth Volunteer of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Ted Meldum Volunteer of the Year. This year Valeri

Jonathan Torrens, event Emcee, joins Angela Patterson, chair of the Kings Volunteer Resource Centre for a quick snap before the award ceremony. Nova Scotians recently celebrated the heart and soul of community goodwill. Each year the Department of Culture, Communities, Tourism and Heritage honor community leaders at the annual Provincial Volunteer Awards. “Volunteers have been the strength behind community initiatives, the heart of charitable endeavors, and the soul of outrea

November 2023 marks five years since the launch of www.volunteerns.ca Kings Volunteer Resource Centre (KVRC) hosts the free volunteer linking service, in partnership with Volunteer Canada and the Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. “KVRC has been thrilled to provide this free service since 2018,” says Board Chair Angela Patterson. The Volunteer Nova Scotia (VNS) site allows non-profit organizations, community groups, charities, and clubs to p