Volunteer efforts appreciated within Prairie Mountain Health
2026 marks U.N. International Year of Volunteers
Volunteers within Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) play an important and essential role providing ongoing support to our personal care homes, hospitals, and community health programs across the region. Volunteers share their time, skills, empathy, and creativity day in and day out, attributes which are vital to the inclusivity, strength, and well-being of programs and services within our communities.
National Volunteer Week (April 19–25, 2026) is a celebration led by Volunteer Canada every April that recognizes, celebrates, and promotes volunteerism across the country. This year’s theme, “Ignite Volunteerism,” invites Canadians to reconnect with their communities through acts of service, civic action, and mutual support. It encourages people from all backgrounds to ‘Find Your Thing’ — discovering personal ways to contribute, whether through local events, grassroots initiatives, or ongoing volunteer commitments. This year, 2026 is also recognized as the UN International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development.
PMH Board of Directors Chair Lon Cullen says volunteers and volunteer organizations play a significant role in supporting PMH teams to make a difference in the health and well-being of the residents, patients, and clients within the health region
“We acknowledge and sincerely appreciate these heartfelt contributions not only during this nationally recognized week, but year-round! Our volunteers and volunteer organizations truly contribute in so many different ways and their time and dedication make a meaningful difference across PMH every day!
PMH is currently supported by 1,085 registered volunteers, including our Palliative Care volunteers. Across the region, our volunteers provide support to 49 PMH facilities and have contributed an incredible 51,096 hours to date (not including palliative care hours). This reflects the strong commitment and impact volunteers continue to have on our communities.
We also have 50 pet therapy teams visiting 43 of our facilities, offering comfort, connection, and a positive experience for patients, residents, and staff.
“We very much appreciate all our volunteers and volunteer groups who dedicate their time, knowledge, talents, compassion and heart to help Prairie Mountain Health work towards its vision of Health and Wellness for All,” stated PMH CEO Treena Slate.
“On behalf of our board, staff and physicians, we sincerely thank you for all you do from the bottom of our hearts. If you see a volunteer, thank them for making every one of their moments matter!
Read more stories about the amazing volunteers across our region:
Therapy dogs and volunteers: Keeping it ‘pawsitive’
Passion Ignites Volunteerism in Palliative Care
Volunteer efforts appreciated within Prairie Mountain Health
Volunteers go the extra mile