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wfpsummary: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.

The Creative Foundation is seeking volunteers to fill three roles on its board — outreach director, IT expert/web updates, and grant writer — for a renewable two-year term. The application deadline is Dec. 10. To apply, email cf@creativefoundation.org.

1JustCity needs volunteers who are passionate about giving back to the community for its emergency warming shelter, Just a Warm Sleep. Volunteer shifts are in-person (must be double vaccinated), 7:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. Duties include setting up the space, welcoming guests, and handing out hot meals and essentials such as socks and hygiene items. Volunteers will help with laundry, manage shower usage and assist with cleaning tasks. Volunteers also spend time building relationships with guests. Applications close March 15. For more information, email Sarah at jaws@1justcity.ca.:wfpsummary

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.

The Creative Foundation is seeking volunteers to fill three roles on its board — outreach director, IT expert/web updates, and grant writer — for a renewable two-year term. The application deadline is Dec. 10. To apply, email cf@creativefoundation.org.

1JustCity needs volunteers who are passionate about giving back to the community for its emergency warming shelter, Just a Warm Sleep. Volunteer shifts are in-person (must be double vaccinated), 7:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. Duties include setting up the space, welcoming guests, and handing out hot meals and essentials such as socks and hygiene items. Volunteers will help with laundry, manage shower usage and assist with cleaning tasks. Volunteers also spend time building relationships with guests. Applications close March 15. For more information, email Sarah at jaws@1justcity.ca.

Assiniboine Park is seeking volunteers to help visitors enjoy a spectacular experience at Zoo Lights. Volunteers greet visitors, provide directions and tend bonfires outdoors each evening until Jan. 2. Visit http://wfp.to/1Bv to apply before Dec. 15. For more information, email volunteer@assiniboinepark.ca.

Swimmingly, a non-profit charitable organization that provides one-on-one swimming lessons to children living with exceptional needs, is seeking volunteers for January. The commitment is 1.5 hours weekly, usually on Saturdays. Must be 16 years of age or older and have experience in the water. Email Kristin MacCuish at admin@swimminglymb.org or apply online at http://wfp.to/HCb.

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.

Evermore Gather Grow Lead is seeking board members. The organization, formerly the West Central Community Program, provides recreational and developmental programming for area youth. Members attend monthly meetings (usually held at 6 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month), the annual general meeting and possibly some committee meetings. Call 204-772-9315 or email info@evermoreggl.com.

The Women’s Health Research Foundation of Canada is expanding membership on its volunteer board. Applicants should have a keen interest in promoting women’s health by supporting research. A background in fundraising, accounting, or marketing and communications would be helpful. Applicants should send a resumé and brief overview of their community/volunteer experience, and their interest in the research foundation, to donna.chow@umr.umanitoba.ca.

Friends Housing operates a 28-unit apartment building providing supported, independent living for people with mental illnesses, and a 15-unit townhouse complex for low-income families. Board members are needed. Previous board experience — or accounting, legal or fundraising expertise — would be an asset but is not necessary. Go to http://wfp.to/HDP to learn more about Friends Housing. Apply to board chairman John Gosselin at jgosseli@mts.net. The deadline is Tuesday.

Empathy Squad makes a difference through the power of storytelling. Volunteers will collect stories, learn podcasting skills, meet new people from different walks of life and collaborate with future leaders. The program is about 12 hours a week, with a commitment of 12 weeks, in a virtual setting across Canada. Apply at http://wfp.to/HNY before Dec. 1.