The Stony Plain Volunteer Centre provides support and services to the volunteers and organizations within Stony Plain, Spruce Grove and Parkland County. The Centre continues to be an active presence in the community and grows to serve volunteering and community needs.

Community and Social Development is excited to share the What We Heard Report. This is a summary of volunteerism and civic engagement from winter 2023.

Stony Plain Council accepted the Volunteerism and Civic Engagement Strategy for information. This strategy is aimed at promoting wellbeing and healthy communities in Stony Plain by providing a framework for enhancing volunteerism and civic engagement. This strategy emphasizes community development and will be monitored over the next five years of implementation, ensuring it will build upon the legacy of the Volunteer Centre established in 1997. This strategy reflects a commitment to support civic engagement and volunteerism in the community for years to come, as outlined in the  2024-2026 Corporate Plan and 2024-2027 Strategic Plan.

Volunteer spotlight

 

Drive Happiness

 

 

What are the Volunteer duties or responsibilities?
Drive Happiness volunteers use their own vehicle to help seniors in their community get to important places such as medical appointments, the grocery store, and community programs. It is a fun and flexible position, with no minimum hours or time commitment. You choose where, when and how often you drive. You also receive a fuel reimbursement.

Most importantly, you are helping seniors to remain in their homes and community, close to loved ones, while still being able to access the increasing medical care they need. You will also help them remain independent to go grocery shopping and attend community programs and stay connected. Our volunteers share that it's a very rewarding experience to meet friendly and appreciative seniors.

 

Education/Knowledge Required
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Drivers must own a clean, well-maintained vehicle
- Proof of registration & insurance
- Clean driver's abstract for the last 3 years
- Vulnerable sector police check
- We will guide you through the process, step by step.

 

Benefits to the Volunteer
- You choose when, where, and how often you drive
- Create your own volunteer schedule
- Receive a gas reimbursement
- Meet friendly and appreciative seniors
- Make a difference in your community

 

Time commitment required

 

These positions are completely flexible! We have an online system where you pick your own days and hours that work for you. No minimum time commitment! 

 

 

Interested? You can download an application form from our website www.drivehappiness.ca/volunteering/ 

 

 

Questions? Please reach out to Lesley at info@drivehappiness.ca  

 

Volunteer opportunities

There are so many ways to volunteer in our community. Check out our Volunteer Opportunities below:

Volunteer Opportunities      Seasonal Opportunities

Ways for youth to volunteer

Online Volunteer Opportunities

 

Who can volunteer?
  • Individuals of all ages
  • Youth
  • Families
  • Community groups, faith groups, clubs or friends

We can help you find volunteers or volunteer opportunities! Contact us for more information.100 Ways to Make a Difference in your Community.

Volunteer Connections Mini Course: Learn how volunteering can help you connect with others and become happier and healthier by getting involved in your community.

 

Are you an organization looking for volunteers?
 

We can post the available opportunity on our Volunteer Opportunities webpage. Please complete a form providing information about the position.

Post a Volunteer Opportunity
 Resources for Non-Profit Organizations
Resources: Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations
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  • Alberta Nonprofit Network - advancing a proactive, collaborative, and resilient non profit sector. This network brings together organizations of all sizes and scopes to collectively address provincial-wide issues.  

  • How do you assess skills gaps for volunteers? Check out these tips!

Registration is open!  Tri Municipal Spring Info Night | TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre

Leader of Volunteer's Roundtable

Share successes, enhance collaboration, build capacity, discuss challenges, and share resources related to volunteerism.

Save the date for the first gathering in 2025, February 20th, 1:15 – 2:45 pm.

Drop in, no RSVP

This will be perfect timing to share Volunteer Week activities.