AVENS, a Community for Seniors is being recognized by the federal government as a Social Innovator. The Yellowknife based organization was honoured in a special mention as part of the national 2025 Volunteer Awards.
The Canada’s Volunteer Awards honour some of the country’s most impactful and dedicated volunteers.
Minister Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, announced the recipients of the 2025 Canada’s Volunteer Awards today.
“The 19 award recipients and 5 special mention recipients were selected for their outstanding contributions in areas as varied as social isolation, housing insecurity and business development in the North; mental health; diversity and inclusion; and supporting vulnerable children, families and seniors. Their dedication to strengthening their communities demonstrates what it means to be Canadian.”
North Now reached out to AVENS and will share more details when the become available
