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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 wfp.to/volunteers or call 204-477-5180.

FortWhyte Alive is searching for volunteer van drivers for their FortWhyte Farms Youth Program. Drivers will be responsible for the safe transportation of youth participants in their 15-passenger van during weekday hours. Child abuse registry and criminal record checks are required in order to volunteer. For more information, please reach out to Amber Reid, volunteer resources manager at areid@fortwhyte.org. Deadline is Feb. 23.

Save Our Seine River Environment is searching for community members who are passionate about the health and future of the Seine River to join its board of directors. It is an opportunity to help guide the protection, stewardship, and thoughtful development of the Urban Seine River Greenway. For more information, visit saveourseine.com. Deadline is Feb. 28.

Habitat for Humanity Manitoba is looking for family selection & support committee members. Members attend monthly meetings and conduct confidential home visits in pairs to assess families’ needs, financial abilities, and willingness to collaborate. New members receive orientation and mentoring. Ideal applicants have experience or interest in social services, housing support, client intake, financial coaching or education. Essential skills include strong listening and relationship-building abilities, along with a respectful, non-judgmental, and a culturally sensitive approach. Apply by email: kshuster@habitat.mb.ca. Deadline is July 14.

The Manitoba Eco-Network seeks extroverted, dedicated, well-spoken volunteers for the spring/summer events team. Running from March to August, roles include public engagement at farmers markets and community events. Volunteers will receive training on the organization’s history and projects. Key tasks involve setting up and managing booths, interacting with the public, and ensuring materials are returned post-event. Volunteers should commit to at least one three-hour shift weekly. Apply by email: info@mbeconetwork.org. Deadline is May 30.

Villa Cabrini seeks a volunteer office assistant to support it in its filing, organizing, stats and document creation needs. The volunteer should possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail and have proficiency in spreadsheets and Microsoft Office. The position requires a minimum commitment of four hours per week, during business hours. Apply by email: vcabrini@mymts.net. Deadline is April 26.

Green Action Centre’s board seeks new members to attend meetings with skills in risk, governance, marketing, fundraising, and legal areas to address sustainability challenges. The commitment is about four to six hours monthly, from September to June. Diversity and inclusivity are prioritized. Apply by email: 1anjenmclean@gmail.com. Deadline is May 2.

Klinic Community Health is looking for applicants who can welcome people into their space with kindness and compassion, who can reflect Klinic’s values through their work, and who bring an openness to learning and growth. Extra training will be provided to help do this work in a trauma-informed way, supportive of equity and choice. Volunteers should be comfortable engaging with new people and spending time on their feet and available for a commitment of one three-hour weekly shift for six months. Preference is given to local residents who understand Klinic’s feminist, pro-choice, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive values. Applicants must attend an interview, provide references, and complete background checks. Apply online: klinic.mb.ca/welcome-volunteers, by phone: 204-784-4006 or in person. Deadline is March 30.

Prairie Strides needs volunteers for horse leading and side-walking roles this spring. They must be able to commit to a 12-week program, helping with classes on Monday and/or Wednesday evenings at West Wind Stables near Winnipeg. Leaders should have horse experience and arrive early to groom and lead horses. Side-walkers provide support and encouragement to riders. Both positions require the ability to walk and jog in sand for 60 minutes. Training and orientation are provided before the program starts. Apply at wfp.to/inN or 204-995-7932 by March 23.

The Canadian Red Cross needs volunteers. The Red Cross can show you how to help when disaster strikes. Apply at wfp.to/0pE, volunteer@redcross.ca or 1-844-818-2155.