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

Local Investment Toward Employment is seeking volunteers for LITE’s annual Wild Blueberry Pancake Breakfast on Nov. 25. Roles available include: serving food, making and serving coffee, clearing and wiping tables, selling/validating tickets, photography, setup and cleanup. Shifts are 90 minutes to three hours, depending on the role. Email info@lite.mb.ca or call 204-942-8578 (ext. 200) to apply or for more information. The deadline is Nov. 21.

The Assiniboine Park Conservancy needs volunteers for Zoo Lights, which runs from Dec. 1 to Jan. 8. Volunteers will have an opportunity to experience the unique winter festival in-depth and up close. The conservancy relies on volunteers to help guests enjoy a magical experience. Volunteers will enjoy a number of benefits. Apply at http://wfp.to/oNn by Dec. 20.

St. Amant is seeking volunteers fluent in Greek and English to be matched up one-to-one with someone supported by St. Amant. PALS program volunteers help people participate in activities to maximize each person’s well-being and quality of life. Email volunteer@stamant.ca or apply online at stamant.ca by Dec. 31.

Survivors’s Hope Crisis Centre needs sexual assault recovery and healing crisis program volunteers in the Eastman and Interlake areas. The SARAH worker acts as support for the survivors when dealing with medical staff members and police officers. Must respect and preserve privacy of personal information, as required by the Personal Health Information Act. Volunteers will receive 40 hours of comprehensive training and feedback, support and immediate opportunities to debrief. Apply by email at natasha@survivors-hope.ca, http://wfp.to/oSy or 204-753-5353 by Jan. 26.

The Winnipeg Children’s Access Agency is a non-profit, charitable organization whose mission is to facilitate contact between children and their parents when there has been evidence of interpersonal violence. Their volunteers act as visitation monitors, supervising and documenting visits, and intervening when necessary. Call 204-284-4170 or email volunteers@wcaa.ca.

Safety Services Manitoba is a provider of road and occupational safety training and consulting to individuals and industries. This not-for-profit, non-governmental organization is seeking candidates with a knowledge of policy governance and the board role; experience and training in one or more areas of finance, corporate legal, human resources, road and work safety, business development, risk management and strategic planning; a knowledge of respective industries; and a passion for safe work culture and practices. For more information or to apply, email Melissa Tannahill at mtannahill@safetymb.ca by noon on Nov. 25.

The World Police and Fire Games needs multiple leadership volunteers who will be an integral part of our volunteer team leading up to, and during the games (July 28 to Aug. 6). More than 8,000 athletes will be competing. Volunteers are needed to participate in community events and outreach activities to attract athletes and other volunteers, and to promote awareness of the games. Email volunteers@wpfg2023.com before Nov. 30.