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Volunteer Lethbridge can help with their column of opportunities which appears in Monday’s Herald. Visit www.volunteerlethbridge.com or call 403-332-4320.

FAMILY CENTRE SOCIETY - SURVEY ASSISTANT AND FLYER DISTRIBUTOR VOLUNTEERS

Family Centre is looking for volunteers to join staff as they navigate the community and collect brand recognition surveys on

Aug. 14-16. They are also looking for volunteers to canvas Copperwood with Family Centre West Open House flyers Aug. 24-25. Familiarity with the Cooperwood area would be an asset but not necessary. Shifts available in two- to four-hour segments between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Volunteers in either of these roles will be outgoing and comfortable talking to community members and engaging them. For more information or to express interest, call Kellie Pierzchala at 403-320-4232 ext. 204 or email: kellie.pierzchala@famcentre.ca.

INTERFAITH FOOD BANK – ‘PICK ROOM’ SET-UP VOLUNTEER

In this ongoing position volunteers help set up and stock the shelves in the

Client Intake “pick room” at the Interfaith Food Bank. Volunteers will be responsible for ensuring the shelves and refrigerator are organized and neatly stocked as well as light sweeping and wiping of the room. Shifts are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Volunteers must be dependable and capable of comfortably lifting up to 10-15 pounds on occasion. For more information email Rudeen at rudeen@interfaithfoodbank.ca.

NORD-BRIDGE SENIOR CENTRE – BINGO VOLUNTEERS

Nord Bridge Seniors Centre is look for volunteers every Tuesday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Winners Bingo to

assist with the bingos. There will be some time spent in the office but they need people to walk the floor. To find out more information about this opportunity, contact Nord-Bridge Senior Centre at 403-329-3222.

YWCA LETHBRIDGE DISTRICT- HIDDEN TREASURES ORGANIZER AND DONATION SORTER VOLUNTEERS

These ongoing volunteer positions at the YWCA take place with the Hidden Treasures donation program designed to help women and children obtain free basic needs such as clothing, personal items and household items. As an organizer, volunteers will organize items brought in from the community and maintain the program

centre. Volunteers may be asked to sort in the event that the donation centre is full. Sorter volunteers are needed to organize and sort through donations, and display them in a store-like atmosphere. For more details and shift times, contact Marley at 403-329-0088 or email: partnershipassistant@ywcalethbridge.org.

CHILDREN’S WISH FOUNDATION GIANT PUMPKIN FESTIVAL - CASINO VOLUNTEERS

Children’s Wish Foundation Giant Pumpkin festival is looking for volunteers

to help at their casino on Sunday, Aug. 13 and Monday, Aug. 14. Positions include General Manager, Banker, Cashier, Chip Runner, Count Room Supervisor and Alternate General Manager. Shifts are 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. Volunteers must arrive 15 minutes prior to shift, should bring a sweater and a hobby (book, knitting, etc.) to do when not busy. For more information or to sign up, call Susan Gordon at 1-800-267-9474 ext. 3256 or email: susan.gordon@childrenswish.ca.

UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGE – NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION VOLUNTEERS

The University of Lethbridge is looking for highly motivated and fun individuals to be part of their biggest orientation event

on campus taking place on Sept. 4 and 5. Opportunities range from being on their spirit crew to being a campus tour guide to trotting around campus as Luxie the Pronghorn. Current University of Lethbridge students or recent Alumni are preferred as they should have a strong awareness and knowledge about campus, services offered and student life. Interested volunteers can fill out the following survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ulethnso2 017 For more information contact Victoria at victoria.schindler@uleth.ca.

PARKINSON ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA - STEP N’ STRIDE VOLUNTEERS

Parkinson Association of Alberta is seeking volunteers to help with their

largest fundraising event of the year. Step n’ Stride is celebrating its 5th Anniversary and would like you to become a part of it. The Step n’ Stride will take place on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Elks Compound in Indian Battle Park. There are a variety of volunteer positions available that day. If you can help out please sign up online at http://www.volunteersignup.org/3CBFF.

THE LETHBRIDGE THERAPEUTIC RIDING ASSOCIATION - THERAPEUTIC RIDING ASSISTANT

The Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association is looking for volunteers to lead horses for therapeutic classes, prepare horses for classes and provide emotional and physical support while riding to a person with special needs. Therapeutic Riding Assistants should have compassion and understanding for people with special needs and be comfortable working closely with horses. This opportunity is ongoing Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 403-328-2165 or email: programs@ltra.ca.

BLANKETS FOR CANADA - KNIT & CROCHET VOLUNTEERS

Blankets For Canada has an ongoing need for volunteers to knit or crochet eight- or nine-inch squares or

strips (70 inches long) to be made into blankets. These can be dropped off at Southminster United Church on Thursdays between 10 a.m. and noon, or at Michael’s craft store at Park Place Mall. Volunteers to help join the strips/squares also greatly appreciated! Joiners meet 10 a.m.-noon on Thursdays at the West entrance of Southminster United Church (11 Street and 4 Avenue). For more information, contact Nancy at 403-329-6586 or 403-329-4410.