CRE de Laval invites businesses, organizations, and educational institutions to take part in a unique corporate volunteering experience that combines enjoyment, collaboration, and environmental commitment.
During the summer season, participate in outdoor activities that encourage sharing and group cohesion, while making a tangible contribution to the protection of Laval’s natural environments.
CRE de Laval offers several outdoor activities available throughout the summer, designed to strengthen team cohesion and collective spirit.
Who are CRE de Laval’s corporate volunteering opportunities for?
These activities are intended for businesses, organizations, educational institutions, or any other type of group wishing to engage collectively.
Why participate?
Volunteer engagement helps to:
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mobilize and motivate employees;
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attract new talent;
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promote professional development and workplace well-being by improving the organizational climate;
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strengthen collaboration and team spirit;
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increase visibility within the business community;
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enhance the organization’s public image;
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improve relationships with clients and partners.
The strength of our organization also lies in its ability to accommodate groups of up to 35 people.
What activities are offered?
- Common reed folding, an invasive plant that threatens the diversity of native flora.
- Cleanup activity.
What does a corporate volunteering activity organized by CRE de Laval involve?
Regardless of the chosen theme, the activity, which lasts approximately half a day, includes:
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a training session for the group;
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a participation guide;
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an awareness presentation on natural environments;
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the loan of the necessary equipment;
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a certificate of participation;
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promotion of the participating organization on our social media;
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coordination of the activity by a CRE de Laval staff member;
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a group photo session during the activity.
What is the price of these team-building activities?
25 volunteers or fewer = $1,000
26 volunteers or more = $1,500
These amounts are eligible for a charitable receipt.
Why pay for a team-building activity?
As CRE de Laval is a non-profit organization, your contribution helps fund our non-subsidized projects and support our mission. It also helps support our team, which prepares the site in order to offer you a high-quality activity.
The rates listed above apply to businesses (corporate volunteering) wishing to carry out a team-building activity. Discounts are available for non-profit organizations and educational institutions. Contact us by email!
When are the team-building activities held?
These activities are offered from June to September.
Did you know?
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Philanthropic engagement is a major driver of workplace engagement.
- Employees who believe that their employer is strongly involved in the community are 1.5 times more likely to remain with their organization over the next two years.
- They are also 1.9 times more likely to be very or extremely satisfied with their job and 2.6 times more likely to recommend their employer to others.
- Employees who take part in workplace giving programs or employer-supported volunteer activities are 2.3 times more likely to report that it is extremely likely they will still be in their position in two years (52% compared to 23%).
- Finally, 50% of employees in Canada report having considered their employer’s reputation for community and philanthropic engagement before accepting their current position.
Source: Imagine Canada, Corporate Community Investment – Findings from the latest Imagine Canada report, via Espace idées (updated July 2025)
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