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We are a diverse and inclusive member association strengthening and creating pathways for volunteerism and civic engagement in Alberta.

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Find programs, services and resources to help you recruit and screen volunteers, start a nonprofit, work with corporations, engage your board, and much more! Our resources provide a foundation for developing good standards and practices.

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Volunteerism and civic engagement are crucial for creating healthy, vibrant, and connected Albertans.

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Cultivators of conditions for Albertans to thrive, individually and collectively.

Illuminators that endeavour to shine a light on promising ways forward for initiatives, organizations and institutions supporting volunteers and civic engagement.

Volunteer Alberta and Volunteer Canada are partnering to conduct two national surveys to better understand what volunteerism looks like today in different parts of Canada. We need your help to understand why people volunteer, how they’re volunteering, and what barriers they might face (or be hindered by) when participating in volunteering.

We’ve designed two surveys to understand your perspectives:

Survey For Volunteers

Share your experiences and motivations for volunteering. Complete this survey for a chance to win one of nine $100 Co-op Gift Cards. The survey closes on December 16, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.

Take the Survey

Share this link with a volunteer: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7BRYBST

Survey for Nonprofit and Charity Employees

Offer your perspective on the trends and barriers in volunteer participation. This survey is open to nonprofit and charity employees across the country. Complete this survey for a chance to win a $50 Co-op Gift Card. The survey closes on December 16, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.

Take the Survey

Share this link with a peer: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QY9D6ZX

Help Us Spread the Word!

By sharing these surveys with your volunteers or peers via email, social media, or newsletter, you’ll help us gather valuable data on their experiences and motivations. Each survey takes about 20-25 minutes, and participation is voluntary.

Your input is invaluable and will support volunteerism efforts across the country. Thank you for contributing to research that supports the sector.

Are you a Volunteer Alberta Member? We want to learn from you!

Your feedback is essential in helping us create the best membership experience possible. Please take the 2024 VA Member Survey (20–30 mins) and share your thoughts on our benefits, resources, and services. Plus, you’ll be entered into a draw to win a $100 Co-Op gift card as a thank-you! Every response we get helps shape the future of your membership to Volunteer Alberta. Thank you for making your voice heard!

Take the Survey

We are proud to introduce (Re)Engaged: Volunteerism From the Ground Up, a new research initiative by Volunteer Alberta, BGCBigs Edmonton, and InWithForward that investigates what volunteerism looks like today in Alberta. Guided by curiosity, we’re exploring shifts in community contribution to find new paths for the future of volunteerism and civic engagement.

We are having in-depth conversations across Edmonton, Lethbridge, and Fairview to understand people’s motivations and any challenges they may face. By meeting people where they are, we’re gathering detailed, context-rich insights (“thick data”), amplifying often underrecognized voices, and exploring ways to re-imagine community care and resilience.

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Workshops & Webinars

Explore our Workshops & Webinars page for upcoming events this fall. We offer a wide range of sessions on topics like volunteer engagement, screening, and social innovation. Book a workshop with Volunteer Alberta today!

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Let us help you advocate for nonprofits and volunteers with your stakeholders, achieve your mission, and demonstrate the power of volunteerism and civic engagement in your community. Access your 60-day free trial today!

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