BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Volunteer Connect York Region - ECPv4.8.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Volunteer Connect York Region X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Volunteer Connect York Region BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091003 CREATED:20260808T231712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T231712Z UID:15976-1789207200-1789214400@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:Little Pigs\, Big Feelings at Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:Join us at Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary šŸ· for ā€œLittle Pigs\, Big Feelings\,ā€ a hands-on workshop created for young children and their caregivers. Together\, weā€™ll meet the pigs\, notice their personalities\, and talk about big feelings in simple\, gentle way. \nThe experience is hands-on\, gentle\, and age-appropriate\, with a balance of movement\, discussion and learningā€“helping young children learn empathy by observing rescue pigs\, naming feelings\, and practicing kind responses. \nThis event reflects The Family Placeā€™s commitment to accessible\, inclusive experiences for families. Your registration helps us plan a safe\, welcoming visit for every childā€”please complete the form below to save your spot šŸŒ±. \nRegister on the link below. Donā€™t wait as spots are filling up. \nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/little-pigs-big-feelings-at-sweet-acres-pig-sanctuary \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/little-pigs-big-feelings-at-sweet-acres-pig-sanctuary/ LOCATION:Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary\, 2798 Vivian Road\, Whitchurch Stouffville\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events ORGANIZER;CN="The%20Family%20Place%20Mount%20Albert":MAILTO:mirja@thefamilyplacemountalbert.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091004 CREATED:20260808T231714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T231714Z UID:15979-1789207200-1789214400@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:Little Pigs\, Big Feelings at Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:Join us at Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary šŸ· for ā€œLittle Pigs\, Big Feelings\,ā€ a hands-on workshop created for young children and their caregivers. Together\, weā€™ll meet the pigs\, notice their personalities\, and talk about big feelings in simple\, gentle way. \nThe experience is hands-on\, gentle\, and age-appropriate\, with a balance of movement\, discussion and learningā€“helping young children learn empathy by observing rescue pigs\, naming feelings\, and practicing kind responses. \nThis event reflects The Family Placeā€™s commitment to accessible\, inclusive experiences for families. Your registration helps us plan a safe\, welcoming visit for every childā€”please complete the form below to save your spot šŸŒ±. \nRegister on the link below. Donā€™t wait as spots are filling up. \nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/little-pigs-big-feelings-at-sweet-acres-pig-sanctuary \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/little-pigs-big-feelings-at-sweet-acres-pig-sanctuary-2/ LOCATION:Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary\, 2798 Vivian Road\, Whitchurch Stouffville\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events ORGANIZER;CN="The%20Family%20Place%20Mount%20Albert":MAILTO:mirja@thefamilyplacemountalbert.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091004 CREATED:20260828T054835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T054835Z UID:16004-1789207200-1789214400@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:Little Pigs Big Feelings DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary for this workshop\, for young children and their families\, about empathy and kindness. \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/little-pigs-big-feelings/ LOCATION:Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary\, 2798 Vivian Road\, Whitchurch Stouffville\, Canada CATEGORIES:Educational events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://volunteerconnect.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG_4379.png ORGANIZER;CN="The%20Family%20Place%20Mount%20Albert":MAILTO:mirja@thefamilyplacemountalbert.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260913T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091004 CREATED:20260720T193022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T193022Z UID:15952-1789290000-1789304400@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:Vaughan Superwalk 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Vaughan SuperWalk 2026 from 9a.m ā€“ 1 p.m. on September 13th\, 2026 at Vaughan City Hall\, a community event raising awareness and support for people living with Parkinsonā€™s disease and their families. This family-friendly walk welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to come together\, connect with the community\, and make a difference. SuperWalk events support Parkinson Canadaā€™s programs\, services\, advocacy efforts\, and research initiatives. \nAdmission is free\, however\, online registration prior to the event is preferred. While there is no cost to participate\, donations and fundraising are encouraged to help support those affected by Parkinsonā€™s disease and advance research toward better treatments and care. \nWhether you walk in support of a loved one\, as someone impacted by Parkinsonā€™s\, or simply to support a meaningful cause\, every step helps strengthen our community and create a brighter future for those living with Parkinsonā€™s. Come walk with us at Vaughan SuperWalk 2026 and help make every step count. \nContact Information:\nPhone: 1(800)-565-3000\nEmail: superwalk@parkinson.ca\nWebsite: https://www.parkinson.ca/event/superwalk/ \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/vaughan-superwalk-2026/ LOCATION:Vaughan City Hall CATEGORIES:Fundraising events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://volunteerconnect.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-Vaughan-SuperWalk-Posters.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Parkinson%20Canada":MAILTO:superwalk@parkinson.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T193000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091004 CREATED:20260812T164106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T164106Z UID:15987-1789583400-1789587000@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:LEAF Volunteer Orientation: Wednesday\, September 16 (virtual) DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about trees and want to grow the urban forest? Join LEAF for one of our Volunteer Orientations to discover how you can lend a helping hand! \nDuring this interactive virtual session\, participants will learn about the LEAF mission\, our programs and the different volunteer roles that LEAF offers. \nWe invite you toā€Æregisterā€Æ for our upcoming Virtual Orientation and join the LEAF volunteer communityā€Æthis year! \nWednesday\, September 16 Virtual Volunteer Orientation (6:30pm to 7:30pm) \nDuring the interactive session\, you will learn how to support your local environment by getting involved with LEAF programs in Toronto\, York Region\, and Durham Region.ā€ÆTogether\, we will explore the many volunteer opportunities available so that you can find the best fit for your skills\, interested and availability. \nOpportunities include: \nGetting your hands dirty as a Community Tree Planting Volunteer\nMaintaining pollinator habitats as a Garden Steward\nEducating the public as an Outreach Team Member\nCapturing the fun at a tree tour as an Event Photographer\nAssisting behind the scenes as an Office Volunteer \nWhile you must be over the age of 18 to volunteer with LEAF\, please know that we still welcome folks of all ages at ourā€ÆCommunity Tree Planting and Stewardship Eventsā€Æand are always happy to sign participantsā€™ high school volunteer hours form.ā€Æ Registrants will be provided a Zoom Meeting link to access the orientation. \nThe event will be delivered online and can be accessed through a web browser or an electronic device with the Zoom app. Internet access is required. \nFor accessibility questions\, please contact Njoki[at]yourleaf.org . \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/leaf-volunteer-orientation-wednesday-september-16-virtual/ LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom CATEGORIES:Educational events,Events,Informational events,Public events,Volunteering events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://volunteerconnect.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Volunteer-Callout-Images-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T110000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091004 CREATED:20260808T231942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T231942Z UID:15981-1789812000-1789815600@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:Feathered Friends\, The Fascinating World in Our Own Backyard DESCRIPTION:Discover the birds who share our neighbourhood šŸ¦ \nLetā€™s explore our backyard and dive into the fascinating world of local birds! Through active games and hands-on discovery\, families will learn to recognize familiar bird calls\, understand what birds need to survive\, and build empathy for the wildlife around them. The program finishes with families making their own bird feeder to take home and support local birds. \nPresented by the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority. \nFor families and young children\nThis hands-on session supports The Family Placeā€™s mission to offer welcoming\, accessible programs where every child can be curious\, engaged\, and included. Please complete this form to reserve your spot šŸŒ³. \nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/feathered-friends-the-fascinating-world-in-our-own-backyard \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/feathered-friends-the-fascinating-world-in-our-own-backyard/ LOCATION:The Family Place Mount Albert\, 53 Main Street\, Mount Albert\, Ontario\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="The%20Family%20Place%20Mount%20Albert":MAILTO:mirja@thefamilyplacemountalbert.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T120000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091004 CREATED:20260828T054449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T054449Z UID:16000-1789813800-1789819200@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:Fascinating Workd of Birds DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Family Place Mount Albert and the Conservation Authority as they lead us into the wonderful world of the birds in our backyards. This family focused event is tailored to kindergarten-aged children. \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/fascinating-workd-of-birds/ LOCATION:The Family Place Mount Albert\, 53 Main Street\, Mount Albert\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Educational events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://volunteerconnect.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG_4847.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The%20Family%20Place%20Mount%20Albert":MAILTO:mirja@thefamilyplacemountalbert.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T120000 DTSTAMP:20260901T091004 CREATED:20260828T054452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T054452Z UID:16002-1789813800-1789819200@volunteerconnect.ca SUMMARY:Fascinating Workd of Birds DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Family Place Mount Albert and the Conservation Authority as they lead us into the wonderful world of the birds in our backyards. This family focused event is tailored to kindergarten-aged children. \n URL:https://volunteerconnect.ca/event/fascinating-workd-of-birds-2/ LOCATION:The Family Place Mount Albert\, 53 Main Street\, Mount Albert\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Educational events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://volunteerconnect.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG_4847-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The%20Family%20Place%20Mount%20Albert":MAILTO:mirja@thefamilyplacemountalbert.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR