This week, the Canadian Red Cross honours its volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 21-27.
Christine Bussières has been a Disaster Management and First Aid volunteer with the Canadian Red Cross in Manicouagan for the past 12 years. When asked to summarize what it’s been like volunteering for 12 years with the Red Cross, she described her involvement as memorable.
Among her fondest memories of being a Red Cross volunteer, she mentions the friendships and laughs shared along the way with the team of amazing volunteers she’s had the opportunity to work with.
Christine’s work as a volunteer has allowed her to develop leadership skills while also providing her with professional development opportunities that have added value to her resume.
Christine continues to stay passionate and involved with the Red Cross because she knows that every one of her responses has made a difference in the lives of those she has helped.
“The Red Cross cares about its volunteers, and in the end, I believe that is the reason I am still a volunteer after 12 years.”
When Christine isn’t devoting her time as a volunteer she enjoys being outdoors, playing the piano and doing karate.
During National Volunteer Week, we want to thank Christine and the thousands of other volunteers just like her who help improve the lives of vulnerable people in our communities.
Find out how you can get involved by visiting our Volunteer Opportunities page!