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Volunteer list / Nov. 26

By: Staff Writer

Posted: 11/26/2012 1:00 AM | Comments: 0

The following is a list of volunteer opportunities advertised in the Winnipeg area. For more information about these listings, please contact the person/organization directly. You may also call 204-477- 5180 ext. 230 to set up an appointment to see an interviewer at Volunteer Manitoba. Email: noreen.mian@volunteermanitoba.ca or visit our website: www.mbvolunteer.ca for other volunteer opportunities.

N.E.E.D.S. Centre (Newcomers Employment & Education Development Services) is needs volunteer mentors to connect newcomer youth ages 6-18 to the community and engage them in educational and recreational activities. Six hours per month for one year is necessary. Information: Steph (steph@needsinc.ca) or 204-940-1268.

University of Manitoba, Adult EAL (English as an Additional Language) program requires volunteers to help adult newcomers who are learning English. Volunteers needed at 294 William Ave. at Princess Street, Wednesdays, 12:20-1:20 p.m. to be lunchtime chat facilitators. Volunteers will help students practise listening and speaking through informal discussion on student-focused topics. Information: Ben 204-982-4991 or starkeyb@extended.umanitoba.ca

Winnipeg School Division Adult EAL (English as an Additional Language) program requires volunteers to help adult newcomers who are learning English. Volunteers assist in classrooms and help in a variety of ways under the teacher's direction. Volunteers are needed mornings, afternoons and evenings at various locations. Information: Heather 204-772-1010 ext. 292 or hrempel@wsd1.org (http://eal.wsd1.org)

FortWhyte Alive provides programming, natural settings for environmental education, outdoor recreation and social enterprise. Winter Fun Day and Outdoor Adventure program leaders guide children and youth through a program package of winter outdoor activities. This is a flexible volunteer commitment (weekday, evenings or weekends). Information: www.fortwhyte.org/volunteering or 204-989-8368.

International Association of Business Communicators is looking for a director of administration to sit on the board of directors. Manage the administrative tasks and work with other board members to support the growth and development of members and the profession. Information: Kristel iabcmanitoba@gmail.com

Beacon Hill Lodge needs volunteers to act as friendly visitors to visit one-on-one with residents. Go for coffee, walks around the neighbourhood, read the paper or play scrabble. Commitment is two hours aweek for three months. Information: Stacy 204-942-7541 ext. 248 or stacy.blazina@reveraliving.com

Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition November 26, 2012 B3

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