Volunteer FactsVoluntary groups in the three northern territories have more difficulty than groups in the rest of Canada keeping volunteers, finding staff and getting funding from government, foundations or corporations. ©2004. Statistics Canada |
Research & Policy
Wondering how to put research into action? Read the report of a workshop (April 25-26, 2006) that talked about NWT volunteering research.
Northwest Territories
Volunteering Teaching and Learning in NWT Schools
How is both formal and informal volunteering being taught in NWT schools? What successes or issues exist with mandatory Community Service Hours required for high school graduation? Click here to see the report or the executive summary.
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Toward New Voluntary Sector-Government of the NWT Relationships and Funding Arrangements
This report makes the case for better funding arrangements and relationships. Click here for a link to the full report (1.90 MB - 110 pages.) or the two page summary
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It's a Noble Choice They've Made: Sport Volunteerism in Small Communities in the Northwest Territories
Click here for a link to the full report.
Click here for one-page summary
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GNWT Volunteer Support Initiative
NWT Premier Joe Handley signs Declaration on Volunteering. The declaration formally acknowledges the contributions of volunteers and voluntary groups. It commits the territorial government to implement its Volunteer Support Initiative.
The initiative has four goals: supporting volunteerism; building capacity; strengthening relationships; and, connecting NWT and federal initiatives that support the voluntary sector. Take a look at the GNWT Volunteer Support Initiative 2005-2008 Action Plan. (PDF-99 KB - 19 pages)
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