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For many young people, public speaking can be a daunting task. Standing in front of an audience, sharing their personal thoughts, and worrying about making mistakes out of a fear of judgment can make anyone nervous. Regardless, communication is an incredibly important life skill to develop. It could be a presentation in university, interviewing for a job, leading a team, or sharing ideas in a future career. The ability to communicate with clarity and confidence can open many doors. Public...

At VRES, we usually work as a team to plan events, run programs, and come up with new ideas. This means that we need to know each other well and understand what is needed to work successfully in a team and maximize productivity. As we welcome new staff and volunteers for the summer, we wanted to create an opportunity for team members to get to know one another in a relaxed and welcoming environment outside of the workplace. The bonding event gave both new and returning team members a chance...

VRES relies on the support of our incredible volunteers to help run our programs and community initiatives throughout the year, especially during the busy summer season. With a wide variety of volunteer opportunities available, we welcome participants from many different backgrounds who are interested in education, leadership, creativity, and community involvement. On May 7th, VRES hosted a virtual volunteer networking event that brought together both new and returning volunteers interested...