In recognition of International Volunteer Day, Statistics Canada is releasing a new study examining the volunteering contributions of racialized Canadians, entitled ”The diverse volunteering contributions of racialized Canadians.” This study uses data from the 2023 Survey on Giving, Volunteering and Participating, which was held from September 15, 2023, to March 30, 2024. This marks the first time this survey has collected data on racialized groups, allowing for an in-depth look at volunteering among these populations in Canada.
The report shows that most of this help occurs informally, while nearly one-third volunteer through organizations.
It also highlights that Canadian-born individuals volunteer at notably higher rates. The study offers the first detailed look at volunteering patterns across racialized groups, including preferred sectors, motivations, and barriers.