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The University of Winnipeg

Volunteer and Job Opportunities

Wise Kid-Netic Energy Fall & Winter Applications - Now Available!

WISE Kid-Netic Energy is the largest community outreach program offered by the University of Manitoba. WISE Kid-Netic Energy is a non-profit organization that offers hands-on, MB School curriculum-based STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) programs for youth in Kindergarten through grade 12, reaching over 30,000 students in Manitoba a year!

We are flexible to students’ availability based on their course Schedules. We are looking for students to have at least 3 to 4 consecutive hours open to work at least once a week between the hours 8:00am & 4:00 pm. Our starting wage is $16.50/hr. plus you are reimbursed $0.50/km mileage for use of personal vehicle for workshops!

We provide our instructors with an amazing experience through which they can polish up their presentation skills, increase their independence, learn to facilitate in an educational environment as well as see new places in Manitoba, and help youth get excited about STEM!

Positions Available (Multiple positions available):

  • Workshop Instructors]
  • Robot Fight Club (For Females in Engineering & Comp. Sc.)
  • Black Youth in Stem Club Instructors (We stronglyencourage applicants who identify as Black to apply, especially those with an interest in STEM education and outreach).

Please visit our website or see application form attached for more information about workdays and times.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Be enrolled as a full-time Post-Secondary Student,
  • Have a minimum of 3-4 hours in the AM or PM open between the hours 8:00am and 4:00pm on a weekday.
  • Hold a valid intermediate or full Canadian driver's license.**Preference will be given to those with reliable access to a vehicle.
  • Background in science, math, engineering, education, kinesiology, or a related field of study is an asset, but by no means do you have to be an expertas we will train you on all the content that we provide.

To Apply:

  • Visit our website https://www.wisekidneticenergy.ca/employment to review the job description and fill out an application form.
  • With the application submit a 2-minute video of you teaching any Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) topic you're passionate about. Video format can be a YouTube link, or a video MP4 or MOV file.
  • Email a completed Application Form and video to wise@umanitoba.ca.

More details are in the Job Description in the attachment!

Applications are available at www.wisekidneticenergy.ca/employment.

CLOSING DATE: September 22, 2025 (Workshop Instructor) & September 30, 2025 (Black Youth in STEM Club Instructor)

If you have any questions or would like further clarification on the position, please reach out. We can be contacted at wise@umanitoba.ca or at 204-474-9340.

Call for Participation in Exercise Addiction Research

Students at The University of Winnipeg are invited to participate in a research project investigating exercise addiction. This study has been approved by the University of the Fraser Valley Ethics Board and given institutional permission from The University of Winnipeg.

The study is aimed at students who are physically active at least three times per week for a minimum of 20-30 minutes each session in a non-interruptive manner for at least the past six months, and participants will be asked to take part in a Zoom-based focus group discussion session on a one-time basis for approximately 60 minutes. We are recruiting people with a range of exercise patterns to better understand the perspectives of all types of exercisers.

Information derived from the focus groups will be confidential; no identifying information is requested. Once data have been entered into the computer all identifying characteristics will be removed and the original data shredded in December 2025. The ID codes will be known only to the research supervisor, Dr. Emilio Landolfi, and will be stored in password-protected electronic files.

Participation in the project is voluntary. Participants may withdraw from the study at any time, and no evaluative judgments will be made. If you have any questions about the project, please email Dr. Emilio Landolfi at emilio.landolfi@ufv.ca. You may also contact the Ethics Officer at Research.Ethics@ufv.ca if you have any concerns about the research.

Groww Open Access Program

If you don’t qualify for the cohort program or don’t think it’s for you, you can join the GROWW Open Access Program and learn more about girl’s and women’s health.

This program is available for anyone who has an interest in learning about topics related to girl’s and women’s health. Online seminars, and a curated reading list of 10-20 foundational articles will be available to advance knowledge in a given topic area or methodology.

More information regarding start dates for the Open Access Program will be coming soon!

Join the information list

Fit Kids Healthy Kids Program Facilitator Part Time Position (Winnipeg)

Fit Kids Healthy Kids is seeking a Program Facilitator to deliver programming based on physical literacy and the development of fundamental movement skills. Availability must include days, evenings, and weekends.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Aid in the outreach to agencies, programs, and events, in specified but not limited to low income, underserved communities in Winnipeg and Manitoba to promote the Fit Kids Healthy Kids program and physical literacy.
  • Assist in planning, creating, implementing, organizing, and facilitating Fit Kids Healthy Kids programming throughout Manitoba.
  • Facilitate weekly programs with various community partners based on fundamental movement skills and the Fit Kids Healthy Kids model.
  • Facilitate community large community events within Winnipeg and surrounding areas.
  • Act as a role model for the children and youth involved in all aspects of the program.
  • Work with and lead community partners, volunteers, and youth mentors.
  • Build leadership capacity at the community level.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

  • Have or working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology, Recreation, Education, Health Promotion, or in a related field.
  • Experience working with and delivering children’s programming for multiple ages. The ability to work with children under 6 is preferred.
  • Experience in a gym setting developing programs and leading multi-skill games.
  • Ability to carry and transport equipment for programming.
  • The ability and willingness to travel throughout the designated region and work irregular hours when deemed necessary.  Access to a reliable motor vehicle and a valid driver’s license is required.
  • Must provide a criminal record check with vulnerable sector search that has been done within 6 months of application to the position.

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge:

  • Aware of and/or understand:
    • Community development principles and approaches.
    • Benefits of physical activity and understanding of the importance of physical literacy in the LTAD (long term athlete development) model.
    • Working with diverse communities.
    • Managing projects, programs, and special events.
  • Skills and Attributes
    • Strong organization, planning, oral and written communication skills.
    • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
    • Ability and energy to work with children 2-12 as a leader and role model.
    • Knowledge and ability to work in Microsoft office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher, PowerPoint)
  • Additional Assets
    • A valid First Aid Certificate
    • French

Please submit in Microsoft Word or PDF format your confidential cover letter and resume including references, by email. Send to the attention of: hr@sportmanitoba.ca. Sport Manitoba is an equal opportunity employer.

Start2Finish

Start2Finish is a registered Canadian charity whose mission is to break the cycle of child poverty by providing ongoing educational support to Canada’s at-risk children throughout their school years, nurturing mind, body, and social health so they are empowered to succeed and become role models for change. Start2Finish's vision is to eradicate the effects of child poverty in Canada.

Are you someone that wants to make a difference in the lives of marginalized children? Join us weekly in-person or online!

As a volunteer coach, you will:

  • Encourage students for positive change physically, mentally, and emotionally
  • Lead physical activities such as exercises, running workouts, and games
  • Engage in social-emotional learning discussions through the weekly 'word of the day'
  • Assist students in reflection through journaling
  • Help children read, and provide encouragement

Brainworx! Lunch Club

Through physical activity, mentoring, social-emotional learning activities and literacy support, the Brainworx! Lunch Clubs aids in educational recovery by helping students. You can volunteer online, twice a week, with sessions running 30-40 minutes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday, from October to May.

To learn more, visit the Start2Finish website or contact Anna Giesbrecht.

Running & Reading Club

There are also opportunities available to volunteer for the Start2Finish Running & Reading Club, which takes place  once a week from January to May.

To learn more, visit the Start2Finish website or contact Anna Giesbrecht.