Learn about bike mechanics and enjoy a tightly knit community of volunteers at the Bike Dump. The Bike Dump is seeking mechanics, artists, tradespeople and the like. Email winnipegbikedump@gmail.com or call 204-963-6659 to apply.
The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is seeking volunteer co-ordinators and committee members for its Winnipeg Brain Tumour Walk. Co-ordinators will work alongside the foundation to plan, organize and implement the event. You will be responsible for the development and management of many walk aspects and work with committee members to achieve fundraising goals, from kickoff to wrap up. Committee members will help the co-ordinators in different areas, from event logistics to day-of volunteer recruitment. Contact Jen McIntosh at jmcintosh@braintumour.ca or 1-800-265-5106, ext. 231.
Volunteer Manitoba is seeking out nominations for its annual volunteer awards, which recognize people and groups who have made exceptional contributions to improving their communities. To nominate a volunteer, go online to volunteermanitoba.ca/awards by Feb. 8.
The Freeze Frame International Film Festival for Kids of All Ages is happening March 10 to 17. Positions to be filled include usher, door person, box office, youth jury, driver, translator, media zone and animation station. The festival includes eight days of films, workshops, a youth video contest and the chance to mingle with world-class filmmakers. Contact volunteer@freezeframeonline.org or 204-949-9355, or go to freezeframeonline.org.
Women Healing for Change, Manitoba is a registered charity seeking volunteers who have a computer and want to work from home helping with a fundraising campaign in January and February. Help build the Little Stars Playhouse, a multi-purpose building to be located at 681 Selkirk Ave. Contact Gerrie at gprymak@mts.net or 204-668-1515.
The Winnipeg School Division is seeking classroom volunteers for its English as an additional language (EAL) program. Volunteers can make a difference by helping students with learning activities, including conversation groups. Minimum of two hours, once per week, for two to three months. Email Bushra at balraimi@wsd1.org or call 204-953-1070, ext. 8.
D’Arcy’s ARC (Animal Rescue Centre) is in need of weekday volunteers to help with cat care. Shifts are 9 a.m. to noon, once per week, with a one-year commitment. Apply online or in person at 730-B Century St. For more information, call 204-888-2266.
The Canadian Red Cross is looking for people to join its team of dedicated volunteers who are prepared to help people impacted by disasters such as forest fires and floods. For more information, go to redcross.ca/volunteer, call 204-982-7330 or email vrs@redcross.ca.