Today we honour those who believe in all work and no pay.
Find out what moves them to take action.
Hear how they give, but get more in return.
Listen to their stories below and be inspired to start making a difference in our community.
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Volunteer Appreciation 2026: Dave Olmsted, Arnprior Lions
Dave Olmsted has been with the Arnprior Lions Club for so long, he's served ten separate terms as its president. They're one-year terms of office, and Olmsted has been a loyal member going on forty-tw...
13h ago
Volunteer Appreciation 2026: Amanda Smith, Arnprior Optimistic Women's Club
The Town Where the Rivers Meet is unique, in that it boasts two clubs with the moniker "Optimist": The Arnprior Optimistic Women's Club is the first all-female body to receive a charter from...
13h ago
Volunteer Appreciation 2026: Allison Jones, Arnprior and District Food Bank
The Arnprior and District Food Bank serves an ever-increasing clientel from its location at the St. John Chrysostom Parish Hall, where it is open to the public every Monday. Registrar Allison Jones as...
14h ago
Volunteer Appreciation 2026: Chris Toner, Arnprior Optimist Club
Chris Toner has been an Optimist most of his adult life. He joined in his early twenties, and today is one of the club's senior members... but remains a "friend of youth". The local club is ...
14h ago
Volunteer Appreciation: Liz Hildebrandt, Opportunity Shop
Liz Hildebrandt spends much of her time volunteering, she loves it. The former School Support Counsellor with the Renfrew County and District School Board accepted a transfer from Barry's Bay to Walte...
20h ago