Serious about family histories

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.

• Green Kids Inc., which creates environmental education through performance, needs new board members to be elected at the organization’s annual general meeting on Nov. 21. Visit http://wfp.to/63V for more information. Apply by Nov. 21.

• Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba needs a volunteer to act as a lay member on the newly formed appeal committee, helping in investigations and complaints reviewed by the association. This position is ideal for someone with knowledge of the judicial process and previous experience sitting on a committee or board. The committee will meet only when needed. In the event of a hearing, full-day attendance might be required. Email volunteer@enggeomb.ca by Nov. 30.

• Winnipeg Children’s Access Agency — a non-profit, charitable organization whose mission is to facilitate contact between children and their parents when there has been evidence of interpersonal violence — needs visitation monitors. Monitors supervise and document visits and intervene when necessary. Email volunteers@wcaa.ca or call 204-284-4170 before Dec. 6.

• Assiniboine Park Zoo needs volunteers to help guests enjoy the Zoo Lights winter festival. Volunteers will get free zoo tickets, a free one-year zoo membership, Zoo Lights-branded gear, snacks and hot chocolate during their shifts. There are a variety of positions available. Zoo Lights runs from Nov. 24 to Jan. 7. Apply at http://wfp.to/63L by Dec. 29.

• Volunteers are needed for the Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade on Saturday. Apply at http://wfp.to/6EE by Friday.

• The Manitoba Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Coalition needs volunteers to help raise awareness about FASD (what it is, how to prevent it and how to support people). Numerous opportunities are available. Email co-ordinator@fasdcoalition.ca or apply online at http://wfp.to/6br. The earliest opportunity deadline is Nov. 30.

• A & O: Support Services for Older Adults needs a volunteer facilitator to co-lead its connect conversation group. The facilitators engage a group of up to 10 older adults in positive, light-hearted conversation over the telephone. There is an opening in the Tuesday group, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Email volunteer@aosupportservices.ca or call 204-956-6440 by Dec. 4.

• Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer needs volunteers for its board of directors. It is seeking Manitoba residents who want to help patients by filling gaps in their expenses. Meetings are held virtually on the third Wednesday of each month, from September to June. Ideal candidates have teamwork skills and can commit to a two-year term, with a maximum of four years. Apply online at http://wfp.to/6bq by Dec. 31.

• The Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corp. is looking for people who love to help others and are willing to brave the cold. Volunteers are needed to help clear snow off sidewalks and private driveways for people who might not be able to do it themselves. Opportunities are available weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers must be able to clear snow using a shovel or snowblower, able to lift at least nine kilograms (20 pounds) and work in cold conditions. Email rec@chalmersrenewal.org or call 204-669-0750 by Dec. 1.

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