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Congratulations to the winner of Octobers Volunteer of the Month Draw Gary O! Gary was nominated for his volunteer work with St. John Ambulance, read Garys nomination at http://www.volunteergp.com.

Volunteer of the Month winners are awarded a $100 Gift Card from Tim Hortons!

The staff and board of the GPVSB would like to thank Tim Hortons for helping us fuel the volunteers of Grande Prairie and surrounding area.

Steve Shumate

GPVSB recognizes Steve Shumate. Steve volunteered for the 2019 Street Performers Festival as part of the Safety Patrol team where his happy spirit and dedication to help out wherever needed ensured the festival ran smoothly and safely. His efforts were appreciated by all. Thank you for all your hard work, Steve!

Wendy Trepanier

Grande Prairie Council for Lifelong Learning nominates Wendy Trepanier! They wrote, Wendys support has helped her learner to move from a Beginner ESL level to Pre-Intermediate level. This is a great accomplishment for an ESL learner. Thank you very much Wendy for your support to our organizations vision.

Denny Coogan

GPVSB recognizes Denny Coogan. Denny volunteered for the 2019 Street Performers Festival this past July and we appreciated all of their help with the festival. We couldnt have done it without you, thank you Denny!

Kelly Hollahan

Special Olympics Grande Prairie nominates Kelly Hollahan! They wrote, Kelly has been a coach and volunteer for over 13 years. She represents the organization at a high level of standard helping with everything from coach and athlete training to trade shows. She is very valued.

Adelaide Bartel

GPVSB recognizes Adelaide Bartel. Adelaide volunteered for the 2019 Street Performers Festival in several different roles where her cheerfulness and incredible dedication to help out wherever needed ensured the festival ran smoothly and safely. Her efforts were appreciated by all. Thank you for all your hard work, Adelaide!

Looking for volunteer opportunities in Grande Prairie and surrounding area? Visit https://gpvsb.volunteergrandeprairie.com.

FREE courses for individuals 18+ to develop skills and look for employment.

11/12

Job Search Techniques 9 a.m.-NoonIntroduction to Microsoft 1 p.m.-4 p.m.Personal Development 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

11/13

Career and Information Planning 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

11/14

Personal Empowerment 9 a.m.-NoonGet a Job Using Social Media 1 p.m.-4 p.m.Writing Effective Resumes and Cover Letters 1 p.m.-4 p.m.For more information and to register call 780-538-2727 or visit https://wired2hire.ca/events.

In recognition of Remembrance Day the GPVSBs office will be closed Monday, Nov. 11. GPVSB Representatives will be laying wreaths at the Revolution Place Remembrance Day Ceremony and the Jubilee Park Cenotaph Remembrance Day Ceremony. Both Services are scheduled to begin at 10:45 a.m.

Join us on the morning of Dec. 5 for our International Volunteer Day Celebration Breakfast. This free event celebrates the volunteers in our community and around the world. The 2019 Volunteer of the Year Awards will be presented during the Breakfast! Stay tuned to @gpvsb on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates.

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Tim Hortons Volunteer of the Month - Alberta Daily Herald Tribune