https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/Latest stories and insights from Volunteer Saskatoon.enTue, 28 Apr 2026 22:25:37 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/mental-health-week-canada-2026-come-together/This Mental Health Week (May 4–10, 2026), join the "Come Together, Canada" movement. Discover how giving back and building social connections can boost well-being and help reduce loneliness in the community.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:25:37 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/mental-health-week-canada-2026-come-together/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/happy-national-volunteer-week-saskatoon-lets/It is the first day of National Volunteer Week! Join us as we celebrate the amazing people who give their time to make our community a better place.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:19:31 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/happy-national-volunteer-week-saskatoon-lets/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/small-actions-big-impact-international/No time? No problem. Celebrate International Microvolunteering Day 2026 by discovering how small actions lead to big changes across Saskatoon.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:00:47 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/small-actions-big-impact-international/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/get-ready-make-an-impact-national-volunteer-week/National Volunteer Week is just around the corner! Start thinking about how you can give back and make a lasting impact in our community.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:21:59 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/get-ready-make-an-impact-national-volunteer-week/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/remembering-vimy-ridge-day-a-legacy-of-unity-and-service/Every April 9th, Canadians pause to honor the incredible bravery and sacrifice shown at the Battle of Vimy Ridge—a moment that defined our nation.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:10:53 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/remembering-vimy-ridge-day-a-legacy-of-unity-and-service/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-mar-30-apr-05-2026/Give back to Saskatoon! Explore rewarding volunteer roles, including board leadership and youth environmental action. Find your perfect community match and start making an impact today.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:57:27 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-mar-30-apr-05-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrating-easter-through-community-in-saskatoon/Easter is a time for renewal and coming together. Whether you are celebrating traditions in Saskatoon or enjoying the spring weather in Central Saskatchewan, discover simple ways to give back and support your neighbors this season.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:09:03 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrating-easter-through-community-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrating-sikh-heritage-month-in-saskatoon/April is Sikh Heritage Month in Canada. Learn about the spirit of Seva (selfless service) and how you can get involved in Saskatoon this month.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 03:28:13 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrating-sikh-heritage-month-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/turn-off-the-lights-and-take-action-in-saskatoon-for-earth-hour/Earth Hour is Saturday, March 28! Go beyond turning off your lights at 8:30 PM by finding local environmental volunteer opportunities to help keep Saskatoon beautiful.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:50:06 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/turn-off-the-lights-and-take-action-in-saskatoon-for-earth-hour/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrate-world-water-day-in-saskatoon/Celebrate World Water Day on March 22 by giving back to your local community. Discover how you can help protect the vital water sources in Saskatoon and SK through local volunteer opportunities.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:36:32 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrate-world-water-day-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/make-a-local-impact-this-global-recycling-day/Global Recycling Day is March 18th. Learn how you can help protect the environment and find local green volunteer opportunities right here in Saskatoon.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 01:31:56 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/make-a-local-impact-this-global-recycling-day/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-feb-23-mar-01-2026/Ready to give back? Discover rewarding volunteer opportunities in Saskatoon—from literacy coaching to tax prep. Find your perfect match and help your community thrive today!Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:20:24 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-feb-23-mar-01-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrate-international-womens-day-2026-givetogain-in-saskatoon/Celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 in Saskatoon. This year’s theme is #GiveToGain. Join the global movement to support gender equality by finding local volunteer opportunities that make a real difference in SK.Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:06:04 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrate-international-womens-day-2026-givetogain-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/standing-together-pink-shirt-day-in-saskatoon/Pink Shirt Day is tomorrow! It’s a day for all of us in Saskatoon to wear pink, stand together against bullying, and promote a culture of kindness and inclusion across SK. Whether at school or work, let’s show our support.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:07:53 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/standing-together-pink-shirt-day-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-feb-16-feb-22-2026/Join Saskatoon's CIBC Run for the Cure leadership team! Explore rewarding volunteer roles in logistics, outreach, and fundraising to support breast cancer research. Make an impact today.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:28:09 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-feb-16-feb-22-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-feb-09-feb-15-2026/Stay updated on Saskatoon community news! Explore 2026 grant opportunities from Canada Post and T1D Canada, plus a major awareness campaign by the Mustard Seed.Fri, 20 Feb 2026 02:26:29 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-feb-09-feb-15-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrate-national-kindness-week-in-saskatoon/Celebrate National Kindness Week in Saskatoon! Discover simple ways to spread joy, help your neighbors, and make a real difference in our community today.Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:06:38 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/celebrate-national-kindness-week-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-feb-09-feb-15-2026/Ready to give back? Discover rewarding volunteer opportunities in Saskatoon, from social media to inventory management. Find your perfect match and make a local impact today!Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:16:08 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-feb-09-feb-15-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/show-saskatoon-some-love-this-february/February isn't just about romance—it's about community. See how you can show Saskatoon some love by volunteering this month.Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:59:09 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/show-saskatoon-some-love-this-february/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-feb-02-feb-08-2026/Stay informed with Saskatoon’s top stories: The ParaTough Cup hits $3M for athletes, new community tennis grants are available, and tax clinic funding is renewed. Read this week's community news!Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:23:30 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-feb-02-feb-08-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/settling-in-the-newcomers-guide-to-saskatoon/New to Saskatoon? Discover why volunteering is the fastest way to meet your neighbors, find your way around town, and turn a new house into a home. Learn how to get involved and start building your local circle today.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:48:56 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/settling-in-the-newcomers-guide-to-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-jan-20-jan-27-2026/Saskatoon news: student-led thrift event, CBC Sask.'s Future 40 changemakers, and four charities to watch in 2026.Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:01:59 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-jan-20-jan-27-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-jan-16-jan-23-2026/Discover local volunteer opportunities in Saskatoon! From social media to event planning, find your chance to give back.Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:03:18 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-jan-16-jan-23-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-jan-13-jan-20-2026/Saskatoon's top community news: newcomer's strength, "Strike Out Cancer" initiative, Gaza relief hub, and Children's Miracle Network pledge.Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:10:19 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-jan-13-jan-20-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/how-to-write-volunteer-descriptions-that-get-noticed-in-saskatoon/Want to find more volunteers for your organization? Learn how to write effective opportunity descriptions that stand out to supporters in Saskatoon.Tue, 20 Jan 2026 22:14:44 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/how-to-write-volunteer-descriptions-that-get-noticed-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/micro-volunteering-in-saskatoon/You don't need hours of free time to make an impact. Discover how micro-volunteering allows you to support causes in Saskatoon on your own schedule—even from your phone.Sat, 10 Jan 2026 20:57:15 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/micro-volunteering-in-saskatoon/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-dec-28-jan-04-2026/Volunteer in Saskatoon! Opportunities in city committees, communications, repairs, driving, and spreading the word. Find your match now!Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:02:16 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-dec-28-jan-04-2026/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/ivy-2026-why-this-year-matters-for-volunteers/The United Nations has officially declared 2026 as the International Volunteer Year (IVY 2026). It has been 25 years since the last global celebration of volunteers. Find out what this year means for your community.Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:50:40 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/ivy-2026-why-this-year-matters-for-volunteers/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/2026-the-year-to-ignite/The UN has declared 2026 the International Volunteer Year. Discover how you can be part of this global movement right here in your own neighborhood.Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:45:31 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/2026-the-year-to-ignite/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-dec-22-dec-29-2025/Saskatoon community news: Declining charity, First Nations child services reform, & Salvation Army kettles go high-tech for donations.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:07:20 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/community-news-roundup-saskatoon-dec-22-dec-29-2025/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-dec-21-dec-28-2025/Looking to volunteer in Saskatoon? Find diverse local opportunities: city boards, comms, repair, driving, and more. Give back to your community today!Sun, 28 Dec 2025 20:59:37 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/volunteer-opportunities-in-saskatoon-dec-21-dec-28-2025/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/new-year-new-connections/The holiday season is the perfect time to reflect on the power of community. As we look forward to the New Year, consider making a resolution that truly matters: volunteering. Discover how a few hours of kindness can transform your local area and your own well-being. Happy Holidays!Thu, 25 Dec 2025 21:58:45 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/new-year-new-connections/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/ultimate-book-list-for-volunteers-and-changemakers/Looking for inspiration or practical advice on how to make a difference? From moving memoirs to data-driven guides on effective altruism, explore our curated list of essential books for every volunteer and changemaker.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:27:33 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/ultimate-book-list-for-volunteers-and-changemakers/https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/give-the-gift-of-time-this-holiday-season/The holiday season is a time for giving. Discover how a few hours of your time can make a big difference in our community this winter.Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:53:39 +0000https://volunteersaskatoon.ca/blog/give-the-gift-of-time-this-holiday-season/