Volunteering for students in Canada
Why is volunteering so important to Canadians and what benefits does it bring to international students?
Volunteerism plays a huge role in Canadian culture. Canadians have even dedicated an entire month to it — April is considered National Volunteer Month.
Whether it's helping your community and the environment, participating in charity events or educational campaigns, the types of volunteering can be quite varied, but they all help to nurture a conscientious and caring individual who contributes to the well-being of society.
Volunteering has a special place in the education of the younger generation. For example, high school students in Canada are required to devote a certain number of extracurricular hours to volunteering in order to successfully complete the school program and receive a diploma. Volunteer achievements can also be considered as an additional bonus when applying to a university.
For college and university students, volunteering is not mandatory but is highly encouraged and considered an integral part of a fulfilling college life.
The value of volunteering for students
Through volunteering, students learn many different skills that, among other things, can contribute to their careers upon graduation:
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