Scouts Canada is highlighting the benefits of volunteering at a time when many Canadians are feeling uneasy about the world around them.
A recent survey of 1,000 Canadians found that about 74 per cent say they are feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, and they would like to make a difference.
Kaelem Moniz, a representative with the organization, agrees that issues around the world can get people down but there are things people can do in their own communities to make the world a better place.
Moniz says volunteering is not just good for the community and the people being helped, it is also good for the volunteer.
He says 61 per cent of Canadians believe volunteering with youth should be promoted as a way of reducing stress, anxiety, and loneliness. He says getting involved with Scouts particularly is a great activity for everyone from kids to seniors.
