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The following is a list of volunteer opportunities for Winnipeg and surrounding areas. For more information about these listings, contact the organization directly. Volunteer Manitoba does not place volunteers with organizations but can help people find opportunities. To learn more about its programs and services, go to www.volunteermanitoba.ca or call 204-477-5180.

BreakOut West, the annual music conference and showcase festival organized by the Western Canadian Music Alliance, is being held in Winnipeg from Sept. 24 to Sept. 28. Volunteers are needed. Learn more at wfp.to/iJL. Apply online at wfp.to/iJv by Sept. 23.

The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada needs education program tour guides. It is a perfect role for retired schoolteachers. Enthusiastic guides are needed to give tours of the galleries to groups of students during the school year. The tours are usually 60 minutes and the content changes based on the ages of the group. Training on the museum’s exhibits and content of the tours will be provided. The tour guides might also help educators with STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) activities in the classrooms. Email HR@royalaviationmuseum.com by Sept. 30.

The Canadian Cancer Society needs CIBC Run for the Cure event-day volunteers in Winnipeg on Oct. 5. Roles include setting up and taking down sites, greeting and directing participants, photography and tallying donations. The time commitment is two to six hours. People of all backgrounds, abilities and interests are encouraged to apply. Volunteers must be 19 or older for some roles and some duties might require heavy lifting. Apply at wfp.to/iJ8.

The West End Cultural Centre needs concert and event volunteers to set up for shows, run concessions, bartend, usher, provide security, take and sell tickets at the door, sell merchandise and do post-show cleanup. Volunteers must attend an in-person orientation. One or two shifts per month are requested, subject to scheduled events and volunteer availability. Apply at wfp.to/iJT by Oct. 14.

Culture Days Manitoba needs volunteers for Nuit Blanche Winnipeg on Sept. 27. Thousands of art enthusiasts, cultural animators and other Winnipeggers gather downtown to celebrate and explore contemporary art one Saturday night each fall. Volunteers will work with attendees, artists and arts organizations during the celebration. They must be available from 5:30 p.m. that day until midnight Sunday. The shifts are four hours long. Apply at wfp.to/ilf by Sept. 27.

The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba needs a volunteer to engage with people with dementia and their partners at the Memory Café in Selkirk. People enjoy refreshments, table games and visits from local musicians, authors, artists and others at the site. The person will help with setup and cleanup. The program runs biweekly on Tuesdays, from this week until Feb. 10, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The time commitment is 9:30 a.m. to noon. Apply at sierradueck@alzheimer.mb.ca or 204-943-6622 by Sept. 29.

The Canadian Red Cross Society needs volunteers in Manitoba for programs such as Smart Start and Disaster Risk Reduction. These roles involve leading sessions on climate change and emergency preparedness and require effective communication skills and cultural sensitivity. Volunteers might also join the emergency responder and personal disaster assistance teams to help during disasters. Training and background checks are mandatory. This opportunity offers experience in public speaking and crisis management. Send a resumé to SmartStart@RedCross.ca by Dec. 31.

NorWest Co-op Community Health needs market assistants for its community food centre. Volunteers help staff members with shopping, loading and unloading the van, setting up and taking down markets, taking orders and handling payments. Good verbal communication skills are necessary, as is a respectful and positive attitude. This opportunity is open to individuals or small groups during daytime hours. Go to wfp.to/Wnz for more information on the locations and times, and to apply. The deadline is Dec. 31.

Together Project, in collaboration with the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba, has launched the Welcome Group Program. It connects refugee newcomers and volunteers to build stronger, more integrated communities. Together Project matches newcomers with “welcome groups” (usually three to five volunteers) for three to six months. Volunteers receive training to provide social support to refugees, focused on their unique integration priorities such as language learning, finding employment, accessing health care and building social connections. Email Alejandra Reverditto Galvez with any questions at alejandra@togetherproject.ca. Apply at wfp.to/iJ4.