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The Gatehouse Child Abuse Investigation & Support Site
3101 Lakeshore Blvd W, Toronto, Ontario
The vision of The Gatehouse and the restoration of this house was the creation of one man. Arthur Raymond Lockhart inspired many people with his idea to reach out to survivors of child abuse within this community. His vision is to give all survivors a place to tell their stories, to give them back their voices, to heal their wounds and to inspire them to see their own potential. This house is dedicated to this vision and this community.
Keywords: Crisis Support
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of The Gatehouse Child Abuse Investigation & Support Site
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The Georgian College of Applied Arts and Technology
1 Georgian Drive, Barrie, Ontario
Georgian College fosters a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, preparing students to become not only job seekers, but job creators. Working together with industry and community partners, Georgian offers relevant, cutting-edge curriculum, quality work placements and co-op experiences.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Adult Learning
Volunteer Profile of The Georgian College of Applied Arts and Technology
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The Gibson Cultural Centre Corporation
63 Tupper St W, Alliston, Ontario
The Gibson Centre for Community, Arts & Culture is a historically rich, versatile and beautifully restored space which offers different services ranging from an art gallery, a meeting space or a special event venue. Our mission statement is to operate and enhance an historically significant landmark for the hosting of cultural activities, the showcasing of the arts and cultivation of an environment which promotes and encourages knowledge and skills in artistic pursuits.
Keywords: Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Gibson Cultural Centre Corporation
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The Giles School
80 Scarsdale Road, Toronto, Ontario
The Giles School is both a private and independent non-denominational, co-educational, not-for-profit school located in Toronto, Ontario.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of The Giles School
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The Glebe Centre Incorporated
950 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario
The Glebe Centre is a charitable not-for-profit long-term care home that provides long term care; specialized care and community services to clients in the Ottawa community. The Glebe Centre is dedicated to developing and delivering services that support the highest quality of life for the clients we serve by living our values every day.
Keywords: Seniors
· Housing
Volunteer Profile of The Glebe Centre Incorporated
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The Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant Incorporated
20 Ava Road, Brantford, Ontario
Located in Glenhyrst Gardens, a beautifully landscaped sixteen-acre park on the banks of the Grand River, Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant offers exciting views both indoors and out. This picturesque property was bequeathed to the City of Brantford by Mr. Edmund Cockshutt in 1957, with his wishes that it be a place for artistic and cultural pursuits. In 1986, the Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant was established as a public, nonprofit art gallery.
Keywords: Galleries
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant Incorporated
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The Good Companions
670 Albert St, Ottawa, Ontario
The Good Companions, a non-profit multi-service seniors' centre, provides opportunities for men and women to participate in social, recreational, educational and volunteer activities and benefit from social and health services.
Keywords: Seniors
· Independence
Volunteer Profile of The Good Companions
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The Governor General's Performing Arts Awards Foundation
130 Slater Street, Suite 406, Ottawa, Ontario
The annual Governor General's Performing Arts Awards Gala is the result of a dynamic creative partnership between the Awards Foundation; Canada's National Arts Centre, Gala fundraiser and producer; and the National Film Board of Canada, which produces short films of the recipients that premiere at the Gala.
Keywords: Arts and Culture
· Art
Volunteer Profile of The Governor General's Performing Arts Awards Foundation
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The Grand Theatre
471 Richmond Street, London, Ontario
The Grand Theatre is a cultural icon in London, Ontario and is committed to producing live, world-class theatre in Canada
Keywords: Theatre
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Grand Theatre
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The Guelph Jazz Festival
123 Woolwich St, 2nd Floor, Guelph, Ontario
The Guelph Jazz Festival is a singular organization earning critical international acclaim for presenting innovative jazz and creative improvised music in a community setting.
Keywords: Festival
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Guelph Jazz Festival
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The Guelph Little Theatre
176 Morris St, Guelph, Ontario
GLT is a completely volunteer community theatre organization. It is composed of a passionate group of supportive volunteers who love doing theatre and enjoy working together on a variety of tasks. Their only payment are the emotions they hear from those who have come to see the fruits of their labour.
Keywords: Theatre
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Guelph Little Theatre
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The Hamilton and District Literacy Council
75 Macnab St S, 3rd Floor, Hamilton, Ontario
We are a non-profit, community-based organization that provides basic (grade 1 - 5 equivalent) training in reading, writing, and math to English-speaking adults. Our service is free, private, and one-to-one. We have been assisting adults with their literacy skills since 1973.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Adult Learning
Volunteer Profile of The Hamilton and District Literacy Council
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The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra
105 Main Street East, Suite 1002, Hamilton, Ontario
The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra is a dynamic organization. We aspire to excellence in live music performances, community engagement through vibrant programming and education while maintaining financial stability and long-term sustainability.
Keywords: Music
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra
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The Havergal College Foundation
1451 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario
since 1894, Havergal has provided young women with an exceptional education in an environment that encourages both inquiry and curiosity, and celebrates community.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Adult Learning
Volunteer Profile of The Havergal College Foundation
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The Healing Cycle Foundation
4028 Powderhorn Court, Mississauga, Ontario
The Healing Cycle Foundation wishes to honour the end-of-life journey taken by those living with a life-threatening illness, by raising and stewarding funds in support of hospice palliative care programs.
Keywords: Sports and Recreation
· Hospice and Palliative Care
· Health and Medicine
Volunteer Profile of The Healing Cycle Foundation
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The Heart of Hastings Hospice
151 St Lawrence Street, Madoc, Ontario
The Heart of Hastings Hospice is a community-based, volunteer support service, dedicated to improving the quality of life for those diagnosed with life-limiting illness. We provide patients and their families with supportive, compassionate care within their own homes, in nursing or retirement homes, and also at our Residential Hospice located in Madoc. We serve the Municipalities of Centre Hastings, Marmora and Lake, Tweed, Tudor and Cashel, and the Townships of Madoc and Stirling-Rawdon.
Keywords: Hospice and Palliative Care
· Health and Medicine
Volunteer Profile of The Heart of Hastings Hospice
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The Historica Dominion Institute
2 Carlton Street, East Mezzanine, Toronto, Ontario
The Historica-Dominion Institute is the largest, independent organization dedicated to Canadian history, identity and citizenship.
Keywords: History
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Historica Dominion Institute
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The Hospice for Eating Disorders of Toronto
87 Spadina Road, Toronto, Ontario
At Sheena's Place we offer hope and support to individuals aged 17 and over, families and friends affected by eating disorders by providing a wide range of professionally facilitated support groups and services. We are committed to inspiring hope, reducing stigma, raising awareness and offering meaningful help and information at all stages of recovery.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of The Hospice for Eating Disorders of Toronto
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The Hospital for Sick Children
555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is a health-care community dedicated to improving the health of children. Our mission is to provide the best in family-centred, compassionate care, to lead in scientific and clinical advancement, and to prepare the next generation of leaders in child health.
Keywords: Health Centres
· Health and Medicine
Volunteer Profile of The Hospital for Sick Children
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The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation
525 University Avenue, 14 Floor, Toronto, Ontario
We inspire our communities to invest in health and scientific advances to improve the lives of children and their families in Canada and around the world.
Keywords: Health Centres
· Health and Medicine
Volunteer Profile of The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation
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The Incorporated Synod of the Diocese of Huron
190 Queens Avenue, London, Ontario
The Diocese of Huron is the presence of the Anglican Church of Canada in southwestern Ontario. Rich in over 150 years of history, Huron is a diverse and vibrant community with more than 200 churches stretching from Windsor to Port Rowan to Tobermory.
Keywords: Religion
Volunteer Profile of The Incorporated Synod of the Diocese of Huron
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The Inn of the Good Shepherd
115 John Street, Sarnia, Ontario
The working poor, the unemployed and the homeless. Thousands come to us each year for a helping hand. It is only through the generosity of the community that we are able to give that helping hand.
Keywords: Poverty
Volunteer Profile of The Inn of the Good Shepherd
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The Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation L'institut Jane Goodall Pour La Recherche, L'education Et La Conservation De La Faune
5 Bancroft Avenue, Suite 1046/1047A, Toronto, Ontario
Founded by renowned primatologist Jane Goodall, the Jane Goodall Institute is a global nonprofit that empowers people to make a difference for all living things. Our work builds on Dr. Goodall's scientific work and her humanitarian vision.
Keywords: Wildlife
· Environment
Volunteer Profile of The Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation
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The Junior League of Hamilton-Burlington Inc.
1424 Plains Road West, Burlington, Ontario
The Junior League is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
Keywords: Women
Volunteer Profile of The Junior League of Hamilton-Burlington Inc.
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The Kawartha-Haliburton Children's Aid Society
1100 Chemong Rd, Peterborough, Ontario
The Kawartha-Haliburton Children's Aid Society is a community service agency mandated by the Province of Ontario through the Child and Family Services Act, 2000 to ensure the best interests, protection and well being of children. Our agency serves the communities of Haliburton County, the City of Kawartha Lakes and the County of Peterborough through individual offices and services within these communities.
Keywords: Crisis Support
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of The Kawartha-Haliburton Children's Aid Society
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The Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Snow Run for Fun Trust
523 Elizabeth Street, Suite 101, Midland, Ontario
The Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Snow Run was initially formed by a group of friends that bonded together to make a difference. When Kelly Shires was diagnosed with breast cancer she knew first hand what it was like to battle this disease. Instead of being selfish, she teamed up with good friend Suzy Stenoff and created the Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Snow Run for Fun.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Cancer
Volunteer Profile of The Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Snow Run for Fun Trust
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The Kidney Foundation of Canada Kingston Chapter
100 Stuart Street, Kingston, Ontario
The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volunteer organization committed to reducing the burden of kidney disease through: funding and stimulating innovative research; providing education and support; promoting access to high quality healthcare; and increasing public awareness and commitment to advancing kidney health and organ donation
Keywords: Health
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of The Kidney Foundation of Canada Kingston Chapter
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The King's Way Blessing Center
649 King Street E, Hamilton, Ontario
The King's Way is located in the red light district of Hamilton and functions as a conduit bringing positive transformation in our community.
Keywords: Hunger
· Homeless and Housing
· Community Services
· Addictions
Volunteer Profile of The King's Way Blessing Center
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The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Orchestra Association Inc
36 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario
Since it was formed in 1945 by Dr. Glenn Kruspe to accompany a concert of the Grand Philharmonic Choir, the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony has been the cultural centerpiece of Waterloo Region. In 1960, Frederick Pohl succeeded Glen Kruspe as Music Director and under his leadership a KWS Youth Orchestra was founded in 1966. In 1971 conductor Raffi Armenian joined the KWS. As the longest serving Music Director, he had a profound and lasting impact on the organization.
Keywords: Music
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Orchestra Association Inc
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The Kiwanis Music Festival of London Inc.
310 Wolfe St., London, Ontario
To encourage, nurture and support performances and educational activities in the London area, where musicians can enhance their interpretative and musical styles as a means of strengthening character development and celebrating the enjoyment of the arts.
Keywords: Festival
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Kiwanis Music Festival of London Inc.
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The Langham Partnership - Canada
6 Buttonwood Drive, Kitchener, Ontario
Langham Partnership is a global fellowship working in pursuit of the vision God entrusted to its founder, John Stott, to strengthen the growth of the church in maturity and Christlikeness through raising the standards of biblical preaching and teaching. The name "Langham" comes from All Souls Church, Langham Place, in London UK, where John Stott ministered for nearly 60 years.
Keywords: Religion
· Missions
Volunteer Profile of The Langham Partnership - Canada
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The Leading Note Foundation
370 Elgin Street,, Suite 1, Ottawa, Ontario
The Leading Note Foundation administers OrKidstra, a social development program for children aged 5 to 18 living in under-served areas of Ottawa, Canada.
Our mission is to empower children and build community through the universal language of music.
Keywords: Music
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Leading Note Foundation
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The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District
121 Willowdale Ave, Suite 203, Toronto, Ontario
The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District (LDATD) is a chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) serving the amalgamated City of Toronto. We are a Not for Profit Charity.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Disabled
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada Societe de Leucemie & Lymphome du Canada
2 Lansing Square, Suite 804, Toronto, Ontario
The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Cancer
Volunteer Profile of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada
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The Lindsay Gallery
190 Kent St. W, 2nd Floor Lindsay Library, Lindsay, Ontario
The Lindsay Gallery had its beginnings in the late 1960's, established as the "Kawartha Arts and Crafts Association". In 1976, The Lindsay Gallery was founded in a little house on Victoria Avenue North. It was in this location that The Gallery Board of Governors and members focused on the goals of presenting Art to the community through Art Classes, Exhibitions, Lectures and Workshops. Today, located in the Library Building on Kent Street, a volunteer Board of Governors and members work to maintain the spirit and dedication of its founders: to foster and promote the artistic interests of all citizens."
Keywords: Galleries
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Lindsay Gallery
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The Literacy Council of Burlington
460 Brant St, Unit 21, Burlington, Ontario
The Literacy Council of Burlington is an incorporated, non-profit, charitable organization offering individual tutoring or small group classes to adults over the age of 19 in reading, writing, math and computer literacy.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Adult Learning
Volunteer Profile of The Literacy Council of Burlington
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The Literacy Group of Waterloo Region
151 Frederick St, Suite 200, Kitchener, Ontario
The Literacy Group of Waterloo Region is a community based organization that provides accessible literacy training services to empower adults to reach their goals and improve their quality of life.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Adult Learning
Volunteer Profile of The Literacy Group of Waterloo Region
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The Lower Grand River Land Trust Inc.
243 Haldimand Hwy 54, Cayuga, Ontario
The Lower Grand River Land Trust Inc. is a volunteer driven, not for profit, non government charitable organization which was established and incorporated in 1994. Its purpose is to protect the lands in its care and work with landowners who have properties in the lower Grand River Watershed.
Keywords: Environment
Volunteer Profile of The Lower Grand River Land Trust Inc.
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The Macaulay Child Development Centre
2010 Eglinton Ave West, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario
The Macaulay Child Development Centre fosters the optimal development of children, in partnership with their family and community.
Keywords: Family Support
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of The Macaulay Child Development Centre
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The Mill Race Folk Society
Cambridge, Ontario
The Mill Race Folk Society is a non-profit, registered charity and its purpose is to host folk music events in the area of Cambridge, Ontario, Canada.
Keywords: Music
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Mill Race Folk Society
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The Mimico Station Community Organization
2408 Lakeshore Blvd., Etobicoke, Ontario
We are a group committed to saving the Mimico Train Station from demolition and returning it to its original beauty.
We want to ensure it not only remains an important part of Etobicoke's heritage, but also serves as a place to which the community has access. We are also committed to establishing a long term plan for sustainability that will make the Station an exciting, vibrant and well-visited destination in south Etobicoke.
Keywords: History
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Mimico Station Community Organization
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The Mississauga Heritage Foundation Incorporation
1921 Dundas St W, Mississauga, Ontario
Heritage Mississauga, also known as the Mississauga Heritage Foundation was founded in 1960, by a small group of volunteers. Known then as the Toronto Township Historical Foundation, this charitable organization supported the move of the Bradley House to its present location and worked to open the home as the area's first Museum.
Keywords: History
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Mississauga Heritage Foundation Incorporation
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The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario
170 Donway West, Suite 402, Toronto, Ontario
The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario was founded in 1990 when a group of concerned citizens realized that there was no support for those afflicted with M.E./ CFS. We are a registered charity. Our Charitable Number is 89226 7568 RR0001.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario
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The National Ballet of Canada Le Ballet National Du Canada
470 Queens Quay West, Toronto, Ontario
Established as a classical company by founder Celia Franca in 1951, The National Ballet of Canada is the only Canadian ballet company to present a full range of traditional full-length classics.The company's repertoire includes works by the world's most celebrated 20th and 21st century masters, Sir Frederick Ashton, George Balanchine, John Cranko, William Forsythe, James Kudelka, Jir¡ Kyli n, John Neumeier, Rudolf Nureyev, Glen Tetley, Christopher Wheeldon, Wayne McGregor and Alexei Ratmansky. In addition to its classical repertoire, the company also embraces contemporary works and encourages the creation of new ballets and the development of Canadian choreographers.
Keywords: Dance
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The National Ballet of Canada
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The National Ballet School Foundation La Fondation De L'ecole Nationale De Ballet
400 Jarvis Street, Toronto, Ontario
Established in 1959, Canada's National Ballet School is one of the world's foremost training institutions for aspiring young dancers and teachers. Attracting students from across the country and around the world, NBS is the only ballet academy in North America to provide elite dance training, academic instruction and residential care on the same campus. The School's progressive curriculum, with its emphasis on the physical and emotional well-being of the student, has put NBS at the forefront of dance training internationally.
Keywords: Dance
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The National Ballet School Foundation
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The National Broadcast Reading Service Inc
1090 Don Mills Rd, Suite 303, Toronto, Ontario
Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) is a not-for-profit multimedia organization serving more than five million Canadians who are blind, partially sighted, deaf, hard of hearing, mobility or print restricted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-t‚l‚ in French, AMI's mission is to make accessible media for all Canadians.
Keywords: Disabled
Volunteer Profile of The National Broadcast Reading Service Inc
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The National Capital Suzuki School of Music
2 Daly Avenue, Arts Court, Ottawa, Ontario
SuzukiMusic, also known as the National Capital Suzuki School of Music, was founded in 1987 to promote the musical education of children and to nurture their development through the Suzuki method.
Keywords: Music
· Education and Literacy
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The National Capital Suzuki School of Music
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The Native Women's Resource Centre
191 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Ontario
30 years ago a dedicated group of Aboriginal women recognized the need for a meeting place in Toronto for Aboriginal women to share resources, support one another, and practice their traditional ways. Based on this vision and determination a basement office was opened in 1985 and became affectionately known as "The Pit".
Keywords: Women
· First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples
· Family Services
Volunteer Profile of The Native Women's Resource Centre
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The Navigators of Canada
11 St. Johns Drive, Arva, Ontario
The Navigators of Canada are a movement of people across the world who follow the teachings of Jesus and help individuals find their true purpose and meaning in life.
Keywords: Religion
· Missions
Volunteer Profile of The Navigators of Canada
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The Niagara Symphony Association
101 King Street, St. Catharines, Ontario
The Niagara Symphony Orchestra provides professional musical performances and educational opportunities which enrich and entertain communities throughout the Niagara Peninsula.
Keywords: Music
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of The Niagara Symphony Association
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