‘I am a kid at heart’

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.

• The Manitoba Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Coalition needs volunteers to help raise awareness about FASD (what it is, how to prevent it and how to support people). Numerous opportunities are available. Email coordinator@fasdcoalition.ca or apply online at http://wfp.to/6br. The earliest opportunity deadline is Nov. 30.

• The Manitoba Conservatory of Music and Arts needs people to serve on its board of directors. The conservatory is searching for dedicated people with experience in fundraising, marketing and community partnership development to help expand its accessible music and arts programming and make a lasting impact on local communities. The commitment required is about four to six hours per month for a two-year renewable term. Email your cover letter and resumé to marktwalkr@gmail.com by Nov. 30.

• A & O: Support Services for Older Adults needs a volunteer facilitator to co-lead its connect conversation group. The facilitators engage a group of up to 10 older adults in positive, light-hearted conversation over the telephone. There is an opening in the Tuesday group, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Email volunteer@aosupportservices.ca or call 204-956-6440 by Dec. 4.

• Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer needs volunteers for its board of directors. It is seeking Manitoba residents who want to help patients by filling gaps in their expenses. Meetings are held virtually on the third Wednesday of each month, from September to June. Ideal candidates have teamwork skills and can commit to a two-year term, with a maximum of four years. Apply online at http://wfp.to/6bq by Dec. 31.

• Grace Hospital needs gift shop cashiers. The primary responsibility is to provide customer service to patients, staff members and visitors. Cashiers will be expected to welcome and help customers, provide product information and process sales transactions. They will be responsible for maintaining knowledge of inventory, helping with inventory control and pricing, taking orders for flower deliveries and answering phone calls. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and be comfortable in handling cash. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and able to work daytime, evening or weekend shifts. Apply online at http://wfp.to/6bU by Dec. 31.

• Volunteers are needed for the Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade on Nov. 18. Apply at http://wfp.to/6EE by Nov. 17.

• The Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corp. is looking for people who love to help others and are willing to brave the cold. Volunteers are needed to help clear snow off sidewalks and private driveways for people who might not be able to do it themselves. Opportunities are available weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers must be able to clear snow using a shovel or snowblower, able to lift at least 20 pounds and work in cold conditions. Email rec@chalmersrenewal.org or call 204-669-0750 by Dec. 1.

• The Winnipeg Children’s Access Agency needs friendly and reliable people to join its team of visitation monitors. Monitors supervise on-site visitations between non-custodial parties and their children. This opportunity is suitable for students in social work, criminal justice, law enforcement, family conciliation or mediation services. Criminal record and child abuse registry check are required (costs will be reimbursed). Volunteers are required to attend three evening training sessions and be available to fill three shifts a month (one Saturday or Sunday per month is required), for a minimum of 12 months. A shift is 3.5 hours in length and might be scheduled on a weeknight or during the day on weekends. The volunteer schedule is set well in advance of each month. Email volunteers@wcaa.ca, call 204-284-4170 or apply online at http://wfp.to/6Ef by Dec. 31.

• The Canadian Red Cross needs volunteers. When disaster strikes, you can help, and the Red Cross can show you how. Go to http://wfp.to/0pE, email volunteer@redcross.ca or call 1-844-818-2155.