Volunteer Newsletter
March 2019
TOWN OF BLACKFALDS CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER MESSAGE......

Another successful Winterfest event is in the books which not only provided families a day to celebrate families and gather together for fun filled activities but also allowed us to once again demonstrate the hardiness that we as Canadians are known for. The toques, scarves and mittens were on and everyone had fun and all thanks to the numerous staff and volunteers who put the effort in to making Winterfest another success. It takes many people to run a successful event and our staff, volunteers and Community as a whole certainly knows how to get it done as can be attested by the tremendous attendance seen once again this year.
 
Thanks to our volunteer organizations including the Blackfalds Fire Fighters Association for serving hot dogs and chips, the Blackfalds Scouts for manning the fire pits, DIDS for hosting the pancake breakfast and family free skate and to Dads Day Off & Blackfalds Youth Crew for the Family Game event. A special mention to Council for helping keep residents warm in the frigid temperatures by serving hot chocolate. And yes what can you say about the dippers………. There is no way I would have gotten out of the hot tub to go back into the cold pool for a photo, wow! All these events and more also provided much needed funds for the many charities in our Community.
 
Great job everyone!

Myron Thompson, Chief Administrative Officer
BE THE DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY !
Volunteering offers vital assistance to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community, therefore transforming both the lives of the people who volunteer and those who benefit.

“The Heart of a Volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the
Commitment to Make a Difference in the lives of others.” ―  DeAnn Hollis

As part of the volunteer recruitment process, we require your Volunteer Application form on file and a Criminal Records and Vulnerable Sector Checks to be conducted as part of the screening process. Because this is a requirement through the Town, there will be no charge to you. To download the application form click here .

For more information please contact the Blackfalds FCSS Volunteer Programmer at 403.885.6360 volunteer@blackfalds.com.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
You're Invited!!!
Snow Angel Program ~ Winter Season
SNOW ANGELS NEEDED

The Snow Angel Program is a volunteer program that supports Blackfalds residents who require assistance to clear their snowy driveway and/or walkway.

"Adopting" a drive/walkway is a fun and healthy way for all ages to be good neighbours, while contributing to improving the quality of life of others in the community. Those needing assistance can contact the Volunteer Programmer to be matched with a Snow Angel. 

As a Snow Angel you are committed to the same resident throughout the season and may adopt more than one resident if desired. Volunteers who have been matched will receive a toque & collapsible shovel at the beginning of the season, which has been generously donated by Telus. 

For more inform ation ple ase check out the brochure. click here
Empty Bowls Fundraiser ~ Volunteer Painters Needed
A PROJECT TO HELP FIGHT HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY. All proceeds to support the Blackfalds Food Bank.

FIRST COME PAINT & DONATE A CERAMIC BOWL … Each bowl represents a family, a child, a senior, someone struggling, someone who feels helpless, hopeless and hungry.

Painting Dates:
April 8-13 at Painted Earth, Lacombe
April 13 at After the Grind, Blackfalds

THEN PURCHASE TICKETS to come back on Saturday April 27 th for a meal at the Blackfalds Community Centre. Your ticket will include dinner and one of the painted bowls that you will use for your meal. Tickets will be available at After the Grind & Blackfalds FCSS
Stay tuned… More information regarding costs, painting date times, times of the meal, etc to follow in the April Volunteer Newsletter or please contact Karie Ackermann at 403.885.0119 or kackermann@blackfalds.com
Other Volunteer Opportunities
  • The Blackfalds Public Library is looking for Junior Volunteers, Senior Volunteers and Friends of the Library Volunteers. Come and see us if you are interested in volunteering in our program room, or help us fund raise with our Friends group. 

  • The Blackfalds Food Bank would like to say a BIG THANK YOU all the Blackfalds Hockey Teams and the ones that took part in their tournaments in the months of Jan and Feb/19. These tournaments help our food bank so much and we do appreciate all they do for us. The Blackfalds Food Bank is currently needing the following items: Pasta, pasta sauce, canned tuna, peanut butter, rice, canned fruit and vegetables. If you would like to volunteer at the food bank please contact Jeanette at 403.600.1768. 

  • Blackfalds Lacrosse Association is accepting registrations for the upcoming season. Please contact Evelyn at blackfaldslacrosse@gmail.com for more information.


  • Central Alberta Victim & Witness Support invites you to accept the challenge of helping others in your community and to make a difference in the lives of victims/witnesses of crime and tragedy. Call 403-885-3355 to learn more about becoming a Victim Services volunteer crisis advocate, a Member of the Board or an event volunteer for the victim services program at the Blackfalds RCMP Detachment. Alternatively check our website at www.victimsupport.ca for volunteer application forms and check us out on Facebook.

  • Want to better prepare your family for emergencies? Do you have an interest in helping communities become more resilient to disasters? If so, consider volunteering with Canadian Red Cross Emergency Management Program. We are currently seeking Disaster Assistance volunteers to work in both mitigation and disaster response. All training is provided. Local volunteer hours vary based on need; National deployments available for those with 10-21 days consecutive availability. Apply online redcross.ca/volunteer

  • Block Parent is a non-profit organization and being a board member is really easy. We meet when we can (a few times a year) and we try to put on one fundraiser a year. Previously, we have run a BBQ in partnership with FCSS. As well, we try to attend at least one market/fair to talk about the program & getting more Block Parent homes signed up. Board Members Needed!!! Please contact Jody for more information at 403.350.9434 or Info@blackfaldsblockparents.ca
Blackfalds FCSS | 5016 Waghorn St | Blackfalds, AB
Volunteer Programmer | 403.885.6360 | volunteer@blackfalds.com
www.blackfalds.com/volunteer