Kings Volunteer Resource Centre

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

Don't forget! Time is running out to nominate someone for the annual awards.
https://novascotia.ca/nonprofitsector/provincialvolunteerawards/

Nova Scotians are encouraged to nominate an exceptional volunteer – individual, group or organization – in their community for the 2026 Provincial Volunteer Awards.

Nominations are now open in four categories:

➡️Newcomer Volunteer Award, for a newcomer who demonstrated extraordinary outreach to and volunteerism in their new community
➡️Youth Volunteer Award, for a volunteer aged 13 to 24
➡️Family Volunteer Award, for a family of two or more people living in the same community
➡️Nova Scotia Strong Award, recognizing resilience during a time of tragedy or struggle.

Award winners will be recognized along with volunteer representatives from communities across Nova Scotia at the 52nd annual Provincial Volunteer Awards ceremony in Halifax on September 28.

Learn more at https://novascotia.ca/nonprofitsector/provincialvolunteerawards/

05/25/2026

Do you know a special person who is always ready to help? There's still time to nominate them for the annual provincial volunteer awards.
https://novascotia.ca/nonprofitsector/provincialvolunteerawards/

Nova Scotians are encouraged to nominate an exceptional volunteer – individual, group or organization – in their community for the 2026 Provincial Volunteer Awards.

Nominations are now open in four categories:

➡️Newcomer Volunteer Award, for a newcomer who demonstrated extraordinary outreach to and volunteerism in their new community
➡️Youth Volunteer Award, for a volunteer aged 13 to 24
➡️Family Volunteer Award, for a family of two or more people living in the same community
➡️Nova Scotia Strong Award, recognizing resilience during a time of tragedy or struggle.

Award winners will be recognized along with volunteer representatives from communities across Nova Scotia at the 52nd annual Provincial Volunteer Awards ceremony in Halifax on September 28.

Learn more at https://novascotia.ca/nonprofitsector/provincialvolunteerawards/

05/06/2026

We are just one week away from our 8th annual Volunteer Leadership Symposium.

Hope Swinimer Hope For Wildlife, with tenacity and dedication, has overcome barriers and changed the way we think and care about wild animals. Hear Hope's inspiring Keynote address at the Symposium on Wednesday, May 13, at 9:00 AM (doors open at 8:30), at NSCC-Kingstec Campus, Kentville.

We have a full day of sessions planned, and networking.

Tickets are just $20.00, and includes lunch.

Register Now at: www.volunteerns.ca/annual-symposium

05/04/2026

Shaun Whynacht () will walk you through the practical, everyday AI tools that help you save hours on marketing and social media, in 'AI Powered Marketing: Practical Tools for Small Organizations'. This is just one of the sessions you can take at our Volunteer Leadership Symposium.

When: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 3:30 PM
Where: NSCC-Kingtec Campus, Kentville
Ticket: $20.00 (includes lunch)

Get your tickets now, at: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/volunteer_nova_scotia/events/8th-annual-volunteer-leadership-symposium

04/28/2026

There is still time to sign up for our next workshop - AI For Grant Writing: Smarter Tools For Greater Impact.

Join us as Shaun Whynacht, Blue Cow Marketing Inc. will show you how to harness AI tools to strengthen your grant writing process.

When: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Where: Virtual Workshop
Cost: $10.00

Register Now at: http://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/volunteer_nova_scotia/events/ai-for-grant-writing-smarter-tools-for-greater-impact

04/27/2026

On Wednesday, May 13 at 9 AM, join us for our 8th annual Volunteer Leadership Symposium at NSCC- NSCC Kingstec Campus in Kentville.

Our Keynote Speaker this year is Hope Swinimer (Hope For Wildlife). We have A full day of sessions and networking planned. Tickets are just $20, and includes lunch.

For more information and to register, visit: http://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/volunteer_nova_scotia/events/8th-annual-volunteer-leadership-symposium

04/24/2026

Don't forget to nominate a group of volunteer for this special award!

Nova Scotians are encouraged to nominate an exceptional volunteer – individual, group or organization – in their community for the 2026 Provincial Volunteer Awards.

Nominations are now open in four categories:

➡️Newcomer Volunteer Award, for a newcomer who demonstrated extraordinary outreach to and volunteerism in their new community
➡️Youth Volunteer Award, for a volunteer aged 13 to 24
➡️Family Volunteer Award, for a family of two or more people living in the same community
➡️Nova Scotia Strong Award, recognizing resilience during a time of tragedy or struggle.

Award winners will be recognized along with volunteer representatives from communities across Nova Scotia at the 52nd annual Provincial Volunteer Awards ceremony in Halifax on September 28.

Learn more at https://novascotia.ca/nonprofitsector/provincialvolunteerawards/