[Music. People getting in cars to go to a secret location.]

[We invited Volkswagen owners to an appreciation dinner.]

>> Do you know where we're going?

>> I'm not allowed to tell you!.

>> Oh wow Jeeze Louise!

[More people getting in cars]
[They had no idea that they all share one thing in common.]

>> We have no idea about anything!

[Music. People getting out of cars and walking outside]

>> Lori has done so much with her volunteer work.

>> She's given back to families that have been affected by childhood cancer.


[More people getting out of cars]

>> Pritpal can motivate anyone.

>> He's so good at empowering people and inspiring others. 

>> Stephanie is absolutely incredible.

>> Whether she has time or not, if you need her, she's there.


[Volksgiving]

[People entering a reception hall with a dinner table and decorations]

>> We've brought you all here tonight because you have something very special in common.

[Host greeting all the attendees]

>> First and foremost, you're all valued Volkswagen owners, but there's something else. 

>> You're all volunteers.  

[Attendees mingling and talking amongst themselves]

>> Where are you guys from? 

>> Newfoundland, Im Lori!

>> I volunteer with two homeless organizations in the city.

>> One focuses on making sure that homeless women have access to menstrual products,

>> and then the other organizations I volunteer on their outreach van. 


[exclamation]

[All attendees sitting at the dinner table whilst host is speaking]

>> Now we searched across Canada for Volkswagen's, unsung heroes.

>> The people who give, without asking for anything in return.

>> We received over 1300 stories including all of yours, and that's what tonight is really about. 

>> Us celebrating you.

[Attendees introduce themselves]

>> It's a great inspiration to know that there's this level of involvement from coast to coast. 

>> It's been really inspiring to have my dad volunteer for the hospital.

>> My wife was in the clinic, she's since passed 12 years ago,

>> and I was determined to become a volunteer because I could see how valuable they were.

>> Shannon and Jim. You are both volunteer first responders.

>> It's a little intense to do what we do, but somebody's life is at risk.

>> Your husband Jonathan unfortunately couldn't be here tonight 

>> because he is with your son Cale.

>> The big inspiration for a lot of the volunteer work that you do.

>> I serve as president of the board for the autism support network.

>> Walking out of a meeting, giving one parent one little tidbit, warms my heart!

>> To be in service of others and to give back is like the best way you can leave your mark, 

>> and have a positive impact in kind of the world around you. 

>> Thats fantastic!

[Host takes over]
>> We wanted to make a donation to your charities to keep doing what you're doing. 

[All attendees open a little card]
>> Thank you so much. 
>> Thank you! 

[Attendees clapping]

[Host takes over]

>> I have a small confession.

>> We've actually been working with your guests to make tonight very special for all of you. 

[Man arrives with a plan ticket to Ireland]

>> We hope that you will finally be able to take that dream trip!

[Man arrives with a golf club]

>> We will be fitting you with a custom set of golf clubs.


[Woman gives a book to a participant]

>> We thought that you should experience a night stay in Phoenix, Arizona! 

>> The best part is inside, which includes a round of golf. 


[Man walks in with a present box]

[Attendees are emotional and laughing and hugging]

>> Oh my gosh!


[Man presents Lori with 2 lanyards and concert tickets in them]

>> Lori, we're sending you to a concert in New York City to see your favourite French Canadian superstar.

>> No! Oh my gosh. 

[Lori crying]

>> You deserve it. 

[People cheering, hugging, crying]

[Host thanks all the attendees]

>> On behalf of all of the people whose lives you touch every day. Thank you.

[Giving back to those who give back]

[Volkswagen logo]