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The following is a list of volunteer opportunities for Winnipeg and surrounding areas. For more information about these listings, please contact the organization directly. Volunteer Manitoba does not place volunteers with organizations but can assist you in finding an opportunity. To learn more about its programs and services, go to www.volunteermanitoba.ca or call 204-477-5180.

Willow Place family violence shelter program needs a volunteer for intermittent help with repairs and maintenance. Trades experience such as carpentry is preferred. Applicants must be able to provide a clear criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector search. Willow Place can help volunteers with obtaining adult abuse registry and child abuse registry checks. Training will be provided. Email pamh@willowplace.ca or call 204-615-0313 (ext. 237) by Friday.

Football Manitoba needs volunteers to work 50/50 and merchandise sales at the Manitoba Minor Football Association Championship Weekend, Oct. 29-30 at IG Field. Volunteers are needed from 1-9 p.m. on Oct. 29 and 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Oct. 30. Email awilks@footballmanitoba.com by Oct. 27.

The Prairie Garden needs a horticulturist to oversee the scientific accuracy and use of the best horticultural practices in articles submitted for publication in the annual book. The volunteer is expected to write at least one article per year on topics of interest to Prairie gardeners. Email iwise@shaw.ca before March 1.

Good Neighbours Active Living Centre needs home maintenance service provision callers to check voicemails and contact clients to give them the names of service providers from the central registry. Volunteers must have excellent telephone, organizational and problem-solving skills and be good with computers. Email director@gnalc.ca, phone 204-669-1710 (ext. 224) or apply in person before Oct. 21.

Rise needs volunteers (ages 18 to 30) who want to create change in their community and connect with other young people. Over 22 weeks, ambassadors will develop new skills (such as project management, collective decision-making, team-building, budgeting and research), learn about community engagement and develop a project on a sub-theme that matters to them. They will also have access to mentors and various workshops during the program. Rise is designed for young people with little to no previous experience in volunteering. Apply at http://wfp.to/oos by Oct. 31.

Parkinson Canada needs volunteer support group facilitators who have a compassionate and non-judgmental approach and a keen desire to make a difference in the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s. An empathetic approach, enthusiasm for learning and ability to facilitate discussion about issues related to Parkinson’s are needed. Email volunteer@parkinson.ca before Nov. 1.

Initiatives for Just Communities needs volunteer board members. This former Mennonite Central Committee program is a growing social-justice agency with programs in Winnipeg and Steinbach. People with skills and experience in business development, finance, human resources, board governance, social services, intellectual disabilities, residential services, restorative justice, fundraising and legal expertise are needed. Email info@initiativesgc.org for more information, or go to http://wfp.to/ooF. The deadline to apply is Nov. 11.

Osteoporosis Canada needs presenters/facilitators of educational programs to facilitate virtual meetings (on Zoom or other platforms) with various community groups and health-care organizations on osteoporosis and bone health. They might also help occasionally with projects such as outreach, co-ordination and program improvements/development. This position is suitable for retired health-care providers, fitness leaders, physiotherapists and people with a special interest in healthy living, bone health and osteoporosis. Apply online at http://wfp.to/ooD or email sowczar@osteoporosis.ca by Nov. 30.

Oyate Tipi Cumini Yape needs sales associates to greet community members, respond to questions, improve engagement with merchandise and provide outstanding customer service. They will also assist the volunteer co-ordinator and other volunteers with picking orders for delivery to community members. Email volunteer@oyatetipi.com, call 204-589-2218 or go online to http://wfp.to/oIf before Dec. 30.

Hearthstone Community Group, an accredited charity based in Selkirk that provides community living and programs to people with intellectual challenges, needs volunteers board members. Go to http://wfp.to/ooz for more information. Email lori.zdebiak@hearthstonecg.ca by Feb. 2 to apply.

1Just City needs volunteers with an interest in social-justice issues for its Just a Warm Sleep emergency warming centre. Volunteers will help during the intake period by setting up the space, welcoming guests, and handing out hot meals and essentials such as socks and hygiene items. Volunteers will spend time building relationships, chatting with guests and helping them connect them with additional resources and services if required. Email jaws@1justcity.ca before Feb. 28.

Women’s Health Research Foundation of Canada needs a treasurer for its volunteer board. Experience with Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel) is an asset, as is a career interest in accounting. Backgrounds in fundraising, marketing and communications are also appreciated. If you have a keen interest in promoting women’s health by supporting research, email donna.chow@umr.umanitoba.ca by March 31. Go to http://wfp.to/ooK to learn more about the foundation.

MADD Canada needs volunteer community leaders in Winnipeg, and in the Westman, Parkland, Norman and central areas of Manitoba. As the community leader, the volunteer will be the main point of contact. They will work with volunteers and community groups to promote road safety. They will also help and work with first responders. Minimum one-year commitment. Email tcrawford@madd.ca to apply before May 11.
Special Olympics Manitoba has returned to weekly sport programs this fall, offering 18 sports to athletes across Manitoba. The organization is actively recruiting program and coaching volunteers. Duties include encouraging athletes to actively participate and teaching them specific sports skills as well as basic motor skills. Contact Kayla Kasian at kkasian@specialolympics.mb.ca or 204-781-1714.

The Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers. When disaster strikes, you can help, and the Red Cross can show you how. Go to www.redcross.ca/volunteer, email volunteer@redcross.ca or call 1-844-818-2155.