Power Tools
A resource for change makers and hour counters! Look here for tools and tips from Power of the Hour, Get Involved, and Volunteer Canada.
Water Week On TVO (March 21-27)
2.5 billion people in the world don’t have access to adequate sanitation – that’s two fifths of the entire world’s population!- 97.5% of the earth’s water is saltwater. If the world’s water could fit into a bucket, only one teaspoon would be drinkable.
- A person can live a month without food, but only about a week without water.
Makes you think doesn’t it?
The Paralympics Games
The Olympic Games are thrilling, heart-breaking, uplifting – pretty much all around amazing! But did you know that there are two Olympic Games? I would love to draw some light on the less-known Paralympic games, where some truly amazing and inspiring athletes are constantly pushing the limits of their physical and mental abilities.
Pepsi Refresh Project – Giving Away Millions to Canadians!
Got a great idea? Want to support the things you care about? Check out the Pepsi Refresh Project, Pepsi’s new campaign to provide funding to individuals and organizations that want to make positive change in their community.
Interested in supporting a cause/idea? Head HERE to vote for your favorite submission that you think should get the grant!
Power of the Hour Campaign Featured in Strategy Magazine!
Check out Strategy Magazine’s article on the Power of the Hour Campaign, in this month’s (May) issue! The article features interviews from business heavy hitters like Ferg Devins of Molson Coors Canada, Tara Smith of UPS Canada, Paulette Minard of Home Depot Canada – and of course the exectuive producer and series creator of Get Involved, our very own Dorothy Engelman! Click to the next page to read the article, and learn about the power of corporate volunteering!
Tapping into something good
By: Jinny Wong
4,200 children die every day from water-related diseases.
Just $1 can provide a child with safe drinking water for 40 days.
UNICEF has improved the access of safe drinking water to 1.2 billion people, and educated another 1.2 billion on safe sanitation practices in over 100 countries.
But 900 million people worldwide continue to lack access [...]
Calling all Young Filmmakers!
HEY YOU! Interested in getting involved with the filmmaking biz? Presenting Our Vision (POV) is a registered charity, located in Toronto, dedicated to assisting economically disadvantaged youth gain the skills and experience needed to secure employment in film, television, and commercial production.
For the air we breathe and the earth we stand on
The rapid rise in terminal illnesses, and a 5.5 magnitude earthquake felt throughout Ontario are just some of the examples of why health and environmental issues have been the forefront of scientific research. Organizations like The Canadian Foundation for Climate and Atmospheric Sciences (CFCAS) provide funding for university-based research projects that focus on climate, atmospheric and related oceanic work in Canada.
Taking care of business: 8 tactics to change the world while you work
What did you want to be when you grew up? Do you remember when you were a kid and you thought you could do anything? You still can. Despite your age, or where you fall on the eco-spectrum, your actions have an impact, so make it positive for all of us that share your world.
Summer, Having Fun, Animals, Swimming and Volunteering?! What’s not to Love?!
When you volunteer at a summer camp, you get to enjoy yourself just as much as the campers! Whether your 14 or 45 – volunteering at a summer camp let’s you tap into your inner-child – you’ll be buying tuck, braiding boondoggle and having polar dips in NO time! These are just some of the great camps out there offering (and looking for) available volunteers for their summer programs
Well of Change – new ideas for fundraising!
People love to support their favorite charities, but often can not provide financial support on a regular basis. The Solution: Well of Change, an online platform where people can use their skills, hobbies and abilities to raise money for their charity of choice.
Cancer is Hard, Walking Isn’t.
The Shoppers Drug Mart Weekend to End Women’s Cancer is a 40-60km walk over 2 days to raise money for research & survivorship. On September 11-12, thousands will join together to walk in the battle against all women’s cancers.
Funding Opportunity for Small Charities
AtlasCare’s Care to Share program provides local initiatives and organizations with an opportunity to receive $1,000, as well as promotion through Atlas Care’s many media tools (ie website, press releases, ect).
Volunteer Abroad!
With Cross-Cultural Solutions, you’ll volunteer with local people and experience another culture like never before. The CCS experience also includes cultural activities, so that you can learn about the local culture. Think of it like a travel vacation, to some of the most beautiful and remote places in the world, with a purpose!
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