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What precautions are being taken to counter the spread of influenza?
CYFC is taking every precaution to minimize the spread of influenza within the organization. Please refer to the link below for information on prevention and care for yourself and others with influenza.
Calgary Emergency Management Agency Influenza Self-Care
What does YVC mean?
YVC stands for Youth Volunteer Corps, the largest of CYFC's programs and one of its first. For more information and to sign up as a new volunteer, go to the YVC page under Programs.
Can I get school credits for volunteering?
It's possible to receive credits for volunteering in our Youth Volunteer Corps program, however you need to check with your school administrators for details.
Why would I want to volunteer through YVC?
If you are under the age of 16, it can be difficult to find agencies who will allow you to volunteer. Because of our tried-and-true formula of sending teams of youth out with a paid Team Leader, agencies welcome our youth volunteers and actually depend upon them to accomplish their goals.
Even if you are over 16, you may find it a lot more fun to work as part of a team as opposed to volunteering on your own. You'll make new friends from all over the city, learn about the diversity in Calgary, develop your leadership skills, and build a nice resume of volunteer experience to add to your university and job applications!
Can I fulfill community service hours through YVC projects?
Yes, you can. Many youth complete volunteer hours required for school programs or as directed by the Youth Justice Committee by participating in YVC.
What is YVC in Schools?
YVC in Schools is simply a different version of the YVC program wherein a group of youth get organized in their school setting and come up with their own projects, usually right in their own community.
CYFC helps by supplying a Program Coordinator, and the school provides a person (usually a teacher) who helps facilitate projects with the student volunteers. A YVC in Schools group can range in size from 5 - 100+ students!
How can I become a CYFC partner agency?
Could your agency use the resources of talented and creative youth volunteers? Well you've come to the right place! Child and Youth Friendly Calgary is connected to 2500 youth volunteers who are ready to offer a helping hand. An agency profile can be completed on-line or by down loading a form to fax. Our Youth Volunteer Corps Program Coordinator will follow up with you after your profile has been received. Once you have been accepted as a partner agency, our Program Coordinator will help you design challenging and rewarding volunteer opportunities that cater to youth.
How can we become an accredited Child
and Youth Friendly Calgary business?
To become a business accredited by Child and Youth Friendly
Calgary you must be reviewed by a team of volunteer children and parents.
Our Business Program Coordinator can provide you with resources in advance
to prepare for the accreditation and to offer family friendly solutions. www.childfriendly.ca
What businesses are accredited child
and youth friendly?
With over 80 accredited businesses in 8 categories, you'll
want to visit our accreditation site to learn more about each of these
businesses and their dedication to children, youth and families. www.childfriendly.ca
Can we volunteer as a family with Child and Youth Friendly Calgary?
Currently, the only family volunteer opportunity we have is accrediting child and family friendly businesses. Click here to learn more...
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