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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 wfp.to/volunteers or call 204-477-5180.

Herizons Magazine needs dedicated volunteers to join its board of directors. The board guides the magazine’s vision and sustainability through strategic planning and governance, supporting fundraising and outreach initiatives. Members also act as community ambassadors and ensure accountability to the magazine’s mission and values. For more information about Herizons, go to herizons.ca. Women, non-binary and two-spirit people, and members of other equity-deserving communities, are encouraged to apply. Send an expression of interest stating how your values align with the magazine to christina@herizons.ca — with the subject line, “Board application — Herizons” — by Jan. 26.

Safety Services Manitoba needs four new members to join its policy governance board of directors. It meets five times a year, and there are also committee meetings to attend. The board plans to appoint new directors at its annual general meeting on May 29. Volunteers must live in Manitoba and have skills in areas such as finance, corporate legal and risk management. They also must have an appreciation for reconciliation, diversity, equity and inclusion. Candidates should have strategic thinking and effective communication skills, and a passion for safe work practices. Send a resumé to mtannahill@safetymb.ca by noon on Jan. 31.

The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba provides various program opportunities that require volunteer help, such as making coffee, setting up a program space, facilitating conversations and engaging with people in the dementia community. Volunteers often give two to four consecutive hours of their time once a week, depending on the program. Apply at wfp.to/inX or sierradueck@alzheimer.mb.ca by Jan. 31.

Mosaic Newcomer Family Resource Network needs child-care volunteers. Some of the duties might include reading to children, helping clean up or set up, helping at snack times and playing with the children. Volunteers must enjoy working with young children (six months to age 5) and have flexibility, patience, understanding of children’s needs and an English speaking level of CLB 4 or higher. Volunteer hours are Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Apply at wfp.to/inO by May 1.

Oyate Tipi Cumini Yape needs volunteers to help repair and refurbish wood furniture under the supervision of the Norris volunteer centre refurbishment co-ordinator. Furniture that would otherwise be thrown away is distributed to community members on a referral list. Previous woodworking skills and training in safe tool use are assets but not required. People 16 and older are encouraged to apply individually or in groups. Flexible hours are available. Apply at wfp.to/inc or volunteer@oyatetipi.com by June 30.

Special Olympics Manitoba is recruiting volunteers for three new Winnipeg Active Start 12-week programs supporting young children with an intellectual disability. Volunteers must be 14 or older. Email Nicole Griffo at ngriffo@specialolympics.mb.ca by Jan. 30.

Climate Change Connection Manitoba needs climate geeks and content creators ages 13 to 24 to make fun, engaging, creative social-media content about climate change, local solutions and the work happening across the province. No fancy gear is needed — only your phone, ideas and voice. You will create short videos or posts on TikTok, Instagram reels and YouTube Shorts. The posts will highlight made-in-Manitoba climate stories, share youth perspectives on climate change, and help show that climate action can be fun, hopeful, local and real. The goal is to make climate action louder, funnier and much more creative. Email info@climatemb.ca by Jan. 30.

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