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The theme for National Volunteer Week 2025 is Volunteers Make Waves. It highlights the power, impact and importance of individual and collective volunteer efforts across Canada. Like a wave, volunteering is movement building.



A Message from LOBA President, Paul Gleeson

Volunteers Make Waves - there couldn't be a better theme for LOBA volunteers! From our Board of Directors to Water Quality Testers to Area Stewards to Communications Pros, volunteers get the job done at LOBA. Every day they help us achieve positive, impactful benefits for the lake.


To celebrate National Volunteer Week, tune into our Facebook and Instagram pages every day to read how volunteering with LOBA has enriched the lives of our volunteers.


Mary Ann Peden wrote, "Giving back to my community in Lake of Bays has been one of the most worthwhile and rewarding experiences and I encourage anyone who loves and

cares about the lake to consider getting involved as a volunteer."


Jim Waechter says, "Thankfully I discovered long ago that volunteerism improves your life while improving the lives of others. Contributing to good causes, having purpose, engaging with others in Lake of Bays has enriched my life in many ways."


On this first day of National Volunteer Week, I would like to sincerely thank all LOBA volunteers. And if reading about others great experiences makes you want to join the team, contact info@loba.ca.


It's all about the lake!



top left: Heather Yates, Area Stewards Manager

top right: Don Macintosh, Director

middle left: Stephan von Buttlar, Water-Quality Tester

middle right: Board of Directors Strategic Planning workshop

bottom left: retiring directors Mary Ann Peden and Fraser Govan with then President Wendy Gibson

bottom right: Pascale Cloutier, Water-Quality Tester

Through education, advocacy and engagement, our mission is to foster a

healthy natural environment, responsible waterfront development, a thriving community, and a Lake of Bays shared respectfully and safely by all.

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