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May 27, 2025 32 mins
What makes a hospital feel like a community? People like Anne and Rona — two incredible women who volunteer their time, energy, and kindness at the North Bay Regional Health Centre.

On this episode we dive into what it really means to volunteer. Anne and Rona share stories from their 20+ years of service, reflect on how volunteering has changed, and explain why showing up still matters — maybe now more than ever.

00:00 – Intro
01:30 – Meet Anne & Rona
04:00 – How to Become a Hospital Volunteer
06:30 – Fish Hatcheries, Tuck Shops, and the Potato Letter of Canada
09:00 – Growing Up in a Volunteering Family
12:00 – The True Reward of Giving Back
15:00 – From Candy Stripers to Coordinators: How Volunteering Has Evolved
18:30 – Did You Know There Are Over 300 Volunteers at the Hospital?
22:00 – Beyond the Hospital: Volunteering at The Village
25:00 – Final Thoughts: Staying Active, Staying Connected, and Showing Up
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