Governor General of Canada Meets with Calgary Not-for-Profit to discuss volunteer engagement Tuesday, November 30, 2010 Calgary AB- The Federation of Calgary Communities is proud to announce that His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will visit its offices on Tuesday, November 30th, 2010 at 1pm MT. The Federation supports more than 20,000 volunteers in Calgary and works to improve neighbourhood life in Calgary by providing services and programs that create, support and sustain community associations. The Governor General will meet with The Federation of Calgary Communities because of its work with community associations and volunteer engagement. “We are very honoured and excited for this opportunity to sit down and discuss the important issues facing the not-for-profit sector.” Says, Federation President Robin Elford. “We are happy to showcase the techniques our members use in engaging volunteers and discuss some of the challenges the volunteer sector faces” Adds Elford. The Federation of Calgary Communities will also be presenting His Excellency with a “Community Hero Award” following discussions. The community hero award is an honour The Federation uses as part of its Celebrating Communities program to recognize dedication and hard work by volunteers. There will be a photo opportunity for media on the third floor of the Jimmy Condon building, 1609 14th Street SW, where the Governor General will be greeted by Federation President Robin Elford at 12:55pm. There will be a second photo opportunity following the meeting where the Governor General will be presented with a “Community Hero” award by The Federation at 1:45pm. For more information please contact:
Community Relations | |
Federation of Calgary Communities | |
Phone: (403) 244-4111, ext 204 | |
communityrelations@calgarycommunities.com |