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Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement

The Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement

The Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement was developed as part of the International Year of Volunteers 2001 celebrations. In 2004, Volunteer Canada updated the Code in partnership with the Canadian Administrators of Volunteer Resources (CAVR). It is designed to present a setting in which organizations can discuss how their volunteers are engaged and supported.

The Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement provides voluntary and not-for-profit organizations with a philosophical framework for involving volunteers at the governance, leadership and direct service levels. The Code outlines the values, principles, and standards for effective volunteer practices within organizations. It also includes the Organization Standards Checklist, which will assist organizations to evaluate and improve their volunteer programs.

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Volunteer Management Audit: Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement

The Volunteer Management Audit: Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement has been developed as a tool for nonprofit and charitable organizations to assess their volunteer resources program. This audit tool is composed of seven sections which will provide important information about volunteer involvement and management practices within your organization. Please note that it is not necessary for your organization to have adopted the Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement in order to complete the audit.

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All information on the Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement is courtesy of Volunteer Canada