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DUC celebrates star New Brunswick volunteer for National Volunteer Week 
Malcolm Little volunteers to do something positive for the environment
Summary—For the past 70 years, thousands of Ducks Unlimited Canada volunteers have shared Malcolm Little’s dedication and enthusiasm. That’s why during 2008 National Volunteer Week (April 27 – May 3), DUC is proud to say thank you and shine a spotlight on the exemplary work of its more than 8,000 volunteers.
Oak Hammock Marsh, Man., April 18, 2008—Malcolm Little is a bit philosophical when he explains why he volunteers to help protect wetlands.
“If you don’t know the circle of life, you can lose perspective on the balance of nature and you lose respect for the environment. If we don’t conserve and protect some of what we have, we will be losing more and more species,” says Little, a Riverview, N.B. resident who has been involved in fundraising for Ducks Unlimited Canada for over 16 years. “The solution is really simple. If you want to do something positive for the environment you need to get involved with an organization like Ducks Unlimited Canada. There’s a long list of accomplishments that Ducks has done that sets it apart from the others.”
For the past 70 years, thousands of Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) volunteers have shared Little’s dedication and enthusiasm. That’s why during 2008 National Volunteer Week (April 27 – May 3), DUC is proud to say thank you and shine a spotlight on the exemplary work of its more than 8,000 volunteers.
“Every day these hardworking people offer their time and efforts to raise money and educate others about the importance of wetlands while at the same time protecting the environment. It is very important to us to offer a big thank you for all their work,” says Perry McCormick, DUC’s national manager of events. “Without people like Malcolm Little, Ducks Unlimited Canada simply cannot continue to deliver on its commitment to conserve wetlands.”
Across Canada, DUC volunteers organize more than 550 annual fundraising events ranging from traditional dinners and auctions to golf tournaments and curling bonspiels. Volunteers operate many of the organization’s Sealed Bid Auction sites, putting art prints up for auction in more than 3,000 businesses and locations in Canada. The money these volunteers help raise goes towards habitat conservation, research, and public education programs. Volunteers also work within DUC’s education and membership programs.
“When our volunteers lend a hand to protect and promote the environment, everyone in the country benefits,” McCormick adds. “Wetlands help provide clean air and drinking water, a natural home for wildlife and recreational opportunities for people. Thanks to Ducks Unlimited Canada’s volunteer efforts, we have plenty to be grateful for.”
During National Volunteer Week, DUC would like to extend a big thank you to all our volunteers. To volunteer for DUC in your area, call 1-866-384-DUCK (3825) or e-mail volunteer@ducks.ca
For more information, contact:
Leigh Patterson, l_patterson@ducks.ca
Corporate Media Relations Specialist
Ducks Unlimited Canada
(204) 467-3306
