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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.

The Convalescent Home of Winnipeg, Manitoba’s oldest non-profit personal-care home, needs a volunteer or volunteers to serve on its board. People with experience in long-term care in Manitoba or advocacy for older adults, and who want to make a difference by helping re-imagine seniors’ care, can send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to sheppner@tchw by April 22.

Camp Quality needs volunteer counsellors, nurses and lifeguards. The camp offers free volunteer-led, overnight summer camps for youth affected by cancer and blood disorders. To learn more about volunteering, go to http://wfp.to/ywS or email volunteer co-ordinators Taylor and Cobi at volunteer.mb@campquality.org. The deadline to apply is May 10.

The CancerCare Manitoba Foundation needs volunteers for its biggest fundraising event, Challenge for Life, which is happening at Assiniboine Park on June 1. It is looking for individuals, groups and families to cheer on participants as they push through the final moments of their 20K or 5K walks from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact volunteer@challengeforlife.ca or 204-927-5430 by May 27.

Immigrant Centre Manitoba seeks conversation group facilitators to help immigrants improve their English. Ideal candidates should be fluent in English, possess the ability to teach and mentor, and have a willingness to assist immigrants. While EAL/ESL teaching experience is preferred, the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds is most important. Applicants need excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and patience. Must be 18 or older. A three-month commitment, with two hours weekly, is required. Classes are flexible, offered online or in-person, Tuesday to Saturday. Apply online at http://wfp.to/6J6 by Dec. 31.

Sargent MCC Thrift Store needs volunteer receivers/sorters. The role involves welcoming donors, sorting through products and moving merchandise carts between departments. Volunteers are in charge of ensuring the receiving area remains organized and managing recyclable items. The position is open to individuals or small groups and offers physical activity and a chance to work as part of a team. Email mccsargent@shaw.ca or apply in person by April 30.

Volunteer Manitoba, which supports and promotes volunteerism and works to build capacity in the non-profit sector to meet community needs, is seeking two to three people to serve on its board of directors. Volunteers should have previous board experience in a governance role or a connection to community non-profits. Preference would be given to people with experience in fundraising, donor recruitment or marketing, as well as people who identify as Indigenous or are connected to the Indigenous community. Board members are expected to attend monthly meetings, which are a combination of virtual and in-person meetings held in the evening. Go to http://wfp.to/yYP for more information or email executive director Ashley Seymour at ashley.seymour@volunteermanitoba.ca. The deadline to apply is May 17.

Valley Gardens Community Centre needs event volunteers for its annual Family Fun Day on June 8. Volunteers who are enthusiastic and have a friendly disposition will supervise activity stations, help with cleanup and act as ambassadors for the club. No specific skills are required, but volunteers must be 18 or older. The event is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Any contribution of time is appreciated. Email vgcc@shaw.ca by June 5.

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