Giving back

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RTOERO awards $122,000 in grants to boost community projects

For a better quality of life and a more connected, resilient and vibrant society, community projects lay the foundation. Now, 31 of them in Ontario, […]

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RTOERO’s post-secondary scholarships empower change for communities 

They’re aspiring rural physicians, nurse practitioners, health researchers, environmental scientists and advocates, therapists and more. Across Canada, 20 college and university students are getting a […]

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What attracts volunteers? RTOERO survey highlights desire to make a difference, use and learn skills, and build social interactions 

For the good of its communities and organizations, Canada needs a deep culture of volunteering. That spirit is strong within RTOERO, according to a new […]

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RTOERO awards $85,000 in grants to boost community projects

Grassroots projects make communities better. Now, 22 of them in Ontario and B.C. have received funding thanks to RTOERO’s annual community grants campaign. Since 1968, […]

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RTOERO awards $60,000 in scholarships to support well-being of seniors, communities

Twenty post-secondary students are preparing to make a positive impact on their communities with the support of the RTOERO scholarship program. Since 1968, RTOERO has […]

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Local RTOERO district boosts 7-10 Club food program in Nanaimo

The 7-10 Club in Nanaimo is getting a boost to its food program for those in need, thanks to a $4,000 grant from District 47 […]

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RTOERO distributes $87,000 in grants to back community projects across Ontario

Twenty-two community projects across Ontario are getting a boost thanks to funding from RTOERO’s annual community grants campaign. Since 1968, RTOERO has been a voice […]

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RTOERO 2022 scholarships invest in the health of seniors, communities

Across Canada, post-secondary students are preparing to make a difference in their areas of study and communities. The RTOERO scholarship program is helping 20 of […]

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RTOERO members are a powerful volunteer force

Want to boost your feelings of well-being? Volunteering is a great start. While that benefits the community, it also offers meaning to those who give […]