08/10/2026
đź’™ A Special Mother & Daughter Volunteer Story đź’™
This story is a little different from our usual volunteer spotlights. It’s a story about a mother and daughter, a shared commitment to volunteering, and a love for giving back to the community.
Meet Velma and her daughter, Lori.
Velma began volunteering with the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store when she moved to Duncan from Edmonton in 1999. But volunteering was certainly not new to her!
Before moving to Edmonton, Velma lived in Toronto, where she volunteer as a young Mom and when all her children were in school at a senior citizens’ home. In Edmonton, she continued her volunteer journey at Misericordia Hospital, where she worked in the cafeteria, served on the board, and also volunteered in hospice.
After moving to Duncan, Velma continued giving her time to others, volunteering with the Canadian Cancer Society and becoming a valued member of the Hospital Auxiliary.
And then there’s her daughter, Lori. ❤️
Lori is currently the Vice-President of the Auxiliary Board and volunteers at the thrift store a couple of days a week. You’ll find her working on the floor as a sales clerk or behind the cash register helping our wonderful customers.
Before moving to Duncan, Lori spent 35 years working for the Alberta government. She describes it as a wonderful career, but says she absolutely loves her volunteer work—and has been part of the Auxiliary for nearly five years.
Having a mother and daughter volunteering together is something very special. Both Velma and Lori are proud of the years they have given to their communities, and they especially enjoy being part of the wonderful team of volunteers at the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store.
