United Way of Halifax Region

“This is a great development experience - to work with a team and develop public speaking skills. And best of all it is fun; I heard some of the best stories from my colleagues, and from staff in the facilities I worked with. We live in what I know is an extraordinary community.”
Linda McCormick, Capital Health, 2006 ADO

“My United Way Loaned Account Development Officer (ADO) experience was one of the most exciting I have ever encountered. My abilities in facilitation, presentation, time management, and networking were welcomed and fine-tuned over those four months. Professionally and personally I grew in ways that could never possibly be measured.
I found that, by giving in this way, a huge deposit was made to my emotional bank account that no one can take away. Thank you, Manulife Financial. Thank you for this amazing opportunity; thank you for allowing me to grow! “
Excerpt from article written by Christa Webber, Manulife Financial, 2006 ADO

“The best parts of my ADO experience were – contributing (even in a small way) to such a worthy campaign; working with and getting to know a dynamic and dedicated group of professionals; networking opportunities and project management/leadership experience. "
Caroline Taylor, Canada Revenue Agency, 2006 ADO

“When I first looked at this opportunity as ADO I was being selfish. I was doing this because I needed a change from my real job. Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined the impact this would have on me. I am very proud to say that I was a part of this year’s campaign and that I was a part of this “huge” undertaking of very caring individuals within the United Way and my community. I will carry this time in my memory as a “happy journey” and again, thank you all for allowing me the opportunity and experiences that can only come from those who truly “believe”.”
Kathy Normore, DND, 2007 ADO

“During my time at United Way of Halifax Region I felt like a valued member of a team whose aim was to empower people within our community and enable them to make positive changes in their lives. I visited agencies and saw first hand how contributing to such an important organization makes a huge difference to everyday people who have, for one reason or another, found themselves in adverse circumstances.
I found passion in a cause which allowed me to do things I didn’t know I was capable of and I came out of this experience more confident in my own abilities and more connected to my community. Most of all, this opportunity has opened my eyes and changed the way I look at challenges in my own life.
Thank you United Way of Halifax Region for providing such a unique program and thank you DND for allowing me to participate in it!”
Lt(N) Carrie Topping, DND, 2007 ADO

“The new position I have here at CRA has been working out well for me. I doubt that I would have asked them to move me around had I not worked for the United Way last fall. I certainly won't forget my experience working with you and everyone else at the office, and had a great time doing it.”
Richard Sparks, Canada Revenue Agency, 2007 ADO

From our past Sponsoring Organizations:

"United Way provided Lisa with both personal and professional development. She gained new skills, greater confidence and more knowledge about the community she lives in and serves every day as a public service employee. It was a positive experience for all parties-United Way (the community), Lisa and Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations."
Tracy Crowell, Senior Project Executive
Service Nova Scotia & Municipal Relations

"RBC has supported the ADO program for 26 years now. The ADO program offers tremendous benefits both to participating companies and the United Way. We take great pride in hiring the best and the brightest and this partnership enables us to share the skills of our highly qualified employees with an organization that does so much for the community. We receive many benefits back as well, in that upon completion of the role, RBC staff seem to have a broader knowledge of the business and non-profit sectors, increased confidence, and a heightened sense of community."
Jane Butler, Senior Manager
RBC Human Resources, Atlantic