Seeking New Board Members
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| Organization Name: | Fred Douglas Society |
| Address: | 1275 Burrows Ave Winnipeg MB R2X 0B8 |
| Website: | http://www.freddouglas.ca |
| Organizational Description: | Fred Douglas Society Incorporated is a charitable not for profit service provider in Winnipeg focused solely on accommodating seniors to safely age in place. Fred Douglas Society supports more than 600 seniors in Winnipeg across seven sites, including a 136 Personal Care Home spaces, 28 Supportive Housing spaces, and 426 apartments, 174 of which are rent geared to income, and 252 life lease. We strive to be Resident-First in everything we do and work collaboratively with our residents and their families to ensure dignity and quality care is evident in how we support our seniors in community. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 4671 |
| Description of Duties: | Join the Board of Directors at Fred Douglas Society Fred Douglas Society is a trusted, community-focused non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of Winnipeg seniors. With a strong legacy of service, we operate Fred Douglas Lodge Personal Care Home (PCH), provide affordable housing at St. Andrew's Place, and offer 55+ life lease housing at Fred Douglas Place and Fred Douglas Chateau. Why Join Us?
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| Skills Required: | We are seeking passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Board of Directors. If you share our commitment to supporting Winnipeg's seniors and want to help guide an organization that provides essential services, compassionate care, and innovative programs that foster dignity, independence, and meaningful connections, we'd love to hear from you. |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Evening The Board meets monthly, typically the third Wednesday of the Month. The next AGM is September 4, 2025 at 4pm. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | General Populace |
| Organization will provide: | Training/Orientation |
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| Closing Date: | Dec 31, 2025 |
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