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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.

Football Manitoba needs volunteers for the U16 West Regional Challenge and the U18 Indigenous Cup. Roles include everything from team liaison and game-day support to merchandise sales and video crew. Volunteers must be dependable, adaptable and ready to contribute to a high-energy sports environment. Apply at footballmanitobaevents@gmail.com, on Instagram at @football.manitoba, or 204-925-5902 by June 23.

The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada needs student ambassadors for its visitor experience team. Learn more at the information session from 10:30 a.m. to noon this Sunday. Ambassadors engage visitors in interactive zones, ensuring a welcoming and safe atmosphere, demonstrate exhibits and facilitate activities during public events. Skills needed include good English communication, leadership potential and an interest in science or aviation. Volunteers ages 16 to 30 should apply at wfp.to/iUF by June 30.

The Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba needs volunteers to staff its free, provincewide peer-support line from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekends. Volunteers can take calls remotely and should be proficient in English, have lived or working experience with mental-health issues and have strong interpersonal skills. Training will be provided. The position, open to adults only, offers experience in peer support, mental health support and more. Email volunteer@moodmb.ca by Aug. 1.

Victoria Lifeline is seeking inventory support volunteers to keep equipment clean, functional and ready for clients. They will itemize, label, package, assemble simple components and organize stock. The role requires working independently, following instructions and lifting up to 10 pounds. Must be 18 or older. The work happens between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Apply at wfp.to/iUe by Dec. 31.

The Marlene Street Resource Centre, which focuses on community outreach for residents of a public housing development, needs an energetic Kids Club assistant. The centre supports both adults and children and requires skills such as being good with kids. Must pass background checks. The time commitment is Mondays and Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Email lcirujales@yahoo.com by July 31.

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 St. Vital Agricultural Fair is seeking volunteers for its 114th annual Fair and Display Aug. 8-9. Opportunities include serving as greeters, setting up and taking down tables and chairs and serving meals in a cafeteria-style setting. 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.

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