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...IT’S ABOUT BALANCE | SARAH ARNGNA'NAAQ
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I do have dreams of becoming involved with the John Howard Society and the adult or youth drop-in centres but
those have been put on a back burner for the moment while I try to get the hang of balancing a new legal career, fire
fighting and some time at home. I have found that my level of involvement in volunteer activities has tended to fluctuate
over the years. At times I will be involved in anything and everything possible, and at other times while the
desire to participate remains , life just gets in the way. It seems I’m on a constant search for the right balance between
professional, personal and social opportunities. While I haven’t quite found that fit yet I’m sure it is out there
somewhere.
There is quite a list of reasons to be involved in volunteer activities and I’m sure those reasons vary from person to
person. I personally like to try and stay involved with the community around me; keeping my time filled with a
range of activities that involve other people from all walks of life is important to me. I am also always interested in
learning new and interesting things, whether it’s how to be fire safe, how to use a compass and read a map, or how
to play a new sport.
One of the great things about Yellowknife is you really get to know the faces from around town, too. We live in a
small but rich community and staying involved in volunteer activities helps to develop and maintain relationships
across professional and other common social barriers. Volunteering is a great way to keep involved in and give back
to a community that offers so much. It also helps ensure we keep a healthy balance between the office and life outside
of work.
CBA Running Team raises over $900 for Run For Our Lives
Hat tip to:
Dana Webster
Magnolia Unka
Laura Jeffery
Karin Taylor
Sandra MacKenzie
Cecila Bastedo
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