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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.

Prairie Theatre Exchange needs volunteers to serve on its board of directors. People with legal or financial expertise are preferred, but those with other experience are welcome to apply. The board helps guide the organization with leadership, upholding its vision, mission, values and strategic priorities. Board appointments are usually for three-year terms, with options for renewal. Board members are asked to support PTE by buying seasonal subscriptions and making annual donations. Send a resumé and a brief letter to board@pte.mb.ca by Aug. 31.

Pride Winnipeg needs a community zone co-ordinator to help the director of festival programming with the planning, execution and management of the Community Zone at the Pride Winnipeg Festival at The Forks. The volunteer will engage and co-ordinate with community-based organizations, ensuring smooth operations. Email hr@pridewinnipeg.com by Nov. 1.

March of Dimes Canada needs digital fundamental support coaches for its SkillingUp program. This program helps people with disabilities across Canada become engaged in the digital world and build related digital skills. Volunteers will provide remote assistance so people can understand, access and use the technology. The amount of support required, and the cadence of sessions, will be based on the service user’s technology goals. Coaches can take on several matches lasting from one session to several weeks. Volunteers must have basic tech knowledge, access to a personal computer equipped with a camera and speaker/microphone as well as a stable internet connection, and a quiet work environment to ensure privacy and no interruptions or distractions. They must also have excellent communication skills, patience and willingness to learn about various disabilities and barriers. Apply at wfp.to/ilG by Dec. 31.

Inclusion Winnipeg, which has been dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities for more than 60 years, needs enthusiastic and dedicated people to serve on its board of directors. The organization is seeking volunteers from diverse backgrounds and with various skillsets. Board meetings are once a month, and additional committee work might be required. More information is available at wfp.to/ilD. Email Janet Forbes at jforbes@inclusionwinnipeg.org by Aug. 30.

The Manitoba Fibre Festival needs volunteers to help with setup, greeting guests and supporting vendors and workshops at Red River Exhibition Place from Sept. 4 to Sept. 6. Apply at wfp.to/ila by Sept. 1.

The Winnipeg Singers need a marketing/social-media co-ordinator familiar with Facebook and Instagram. The successful candidate will have excellent English writing skills and be responsible for posting advertising for the subscription series in August and September, and for creating content to post ads on social media for concerts in October and December. Photos and videos taken at the first rehearsal for each concert will be supplied. This material can be used to create content and other material the candidate wishes. The volunteer will be expected to attend two Zoom meetings with the marketing committee for each of the two concerts. Email info@winnipegsingers.com by Sept. 1.

The Victoria Hospital Foundation needs volunteers for its bloom team. The 10th anniversary Miracle Garden Party, which will raise crucial funds for mental health and patient-care initiatives, is happening from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sept. 11. Volunteers will help with: auction and raffle; food and drinks; parking; or setting up or taking down signage, tables and chairs. Day and evening shifts are available. Volunteers must attend a one-hour orientation on Sept. 8. Volunteers, who must be adults, will get a coffee gift card and a chance to win Winnipeg Blue Bombers tickets. Apply at wfp.to/ilg before Sept. 6.

The Red River zone of the Canadian Ski Patrol provides first-aid services in southern Manitoba at the Springhill, Holiday Mountain and Falcon Ridge ski hills, and at the Windsor Park Nordic Centre. It also provides first-aid services for a variety of events that extend over the summer months, including duathlons, cycling events, running events, sports competitions and festivals. Advanced first-aid training is provided. To learn more, attend the open house at Sport Manitoba from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sept. 15 or go to skipatrol.ca.

Culture Days Manitoba needs volunteers for Nuit Blanche Winnipeg on Sept. 27. Thousands of art enthusiasts, cultural animators and other Winnipeggers gather downtown to celebrate and explore contemporary art one Saturday night each fall. Volunteers will work with attendees, artists and arts organizations during the celebration. They must be available from 5:30 p.m. that day until midnight Sunday. The shifts are four hours long. Apply at wfp.to/ilf by Sept. 27.

The Canadian Red Cross Society needs volunteers in Manitoba for programs such as Smart Start and Disaster Risk Reduction. These roles involve leading sessions on climate change and emergency preparedness, and require effective communication skills and cultural sensitivity. Volunteers might also join the emergency responder and personal disaster assistance teams to help during disasters. Training and background checks are mandatory. This opportunity offers experience in public speaking and crisis management. Send a resumé to SmartStart@RedCross.ca by Dec. 31.