Volunteering in her blood

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.

Misericordia Health Centre needs gardener volunteers to help staff members maintain and beautify the Misericordia Place personal care home courtyard in the summer. The shifts are Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon. Apply at 204-788-8134 or volunteer@misericordia.mb.ca by June 16.

Marlene Street Community Resource Centre needs help to set up its garden boxes. That involves transporting the boxes, filling them with dirt and planting seeds. Refreshments will be provided. Volunteers must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, able to move around for a few hours and have knowledge in gardening. They must be available from early morning to noon in mid-June. Email lcirujales@yahoo.com by June 20.

Initiatives for Just Communities needs a board treasurer. The organization supports people with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities, and those who are or have been incarcerated. The treasurer will be part of the executive committee, overseeing finances, the annual budget and chairing the finance committee. A CPA with at least 12 years of experience is required. The three-year term involves bimonthly meetings alternating between Winnipeg and the Steinbach area, and an annual board retreat. Evening meetings and some travel are required, with mileage outside the city reimbursed. Email a.friesenepp@initiativesjc.org by June 30.

Mennonite Central Committee’s Kildonan Thrift Shop needs people with a skill set in assessing and repairing electronic devices. Volunteers are needed to sort, test, clean and price electronic items such as record players, amplifiers, radios and DVD players that have been donated for resale. The shop is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with shifts from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Apply at wfp.to/y0n or 204-668-0967, ext. 5, by June 30.

The Manitoba Indigenous Summer Games will host more than 2,000 athletes at Sagkeeng Anicinabe Nation. Volunteers are needed for roles such as registration, food services and cultural services. They will also help with security, medical aid and special events. Skills such as organization, communication and attention to detail are essential. Volunteers must be 13 or older. Flexible shifts are available from Aug. 17 to Aug. 23 at Brokenhead Ojibway Nation. Apply online at wfp.to/iBg by Aug. 10.

The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada needs volunteers for its walk at the Teddy Bass Athletic Field in Kildonan Park on June 28. They will help with setup, registration and participant motivation. No experience is required. Apply at wfp.to/imM by June 16.

Parkinson Canada is recruiting support group facilitators for Brandon. The facilitator plays a critical role in the delivery of support services at the community level. They create a confidential and welcoming space, where people living with Parkinson’s or their care partners can share their experiences and develop supportive relationships in a group setting. The group meets from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. Apply at wfp.to/WWc or volunteer@parkinson.ca by June 30.

Shelter Movers — a national charity providing free moving and storage services to people and families fleeing abuse — needs movers and drivers. Movers must be 18 or older, and drivers must be 21 or older. Email volunteer.winnipeg@sheltermovers.com by June 30.

Apathy is Boring needs people ages 18 to 30 for Winnipeg RISE. The program provides training, resources and funding to support youth in designing and leading a community project. No experience is required. Apply at wfp.to/imR by July 6.

The St. Vital Agricultural Fair is seeking volunteers for its 114th annual Fair and Display on Aug. 8 and Aug. 9. Opportunities include serving as greeters, setting up and taking down tables and chairs, and serving meals in a cafeteria style. Volunteers are also needed at the children’s craft table and in helping exhibitors place their entries, and to help with cleaning duties such as garbage removal. More information about the event is available at wfp.to/imx. Apply at PjMcFarlane@shaw.ca or to 204-487-4597, ext. 1, by July 29.

The Leftovers Foundation, a food-rescue charity with a mission of reducing food waste and increasing access to food for people facing barriers, is gearing up for Home Harvest. The program facilitates the rescue of homegrown food. Community members can participate by signing up through the website or mobile app to become a donor (grower) or volunteer to complete routes. Growers with excess produce can submit a request any time, and volunteers can harvest and deliver the produce to local service agencies and keep a portion for themselves. Volunteers can sign up in groups or individually. Email alyssa@rescuefood.ca or go to wfp.to/imz for more information. Apply by Aug. 2.