Henteleff Park - Youth Volunteers

Organization Details
Organization Name: Henteleff Park Foundation
Address: 1964 St. Mary's Road
Winnipeg MB  R2N 4M7
Website: http://henteleffpark.org
Organizational Description: Our Mission is 'To act in stewardship for Henteleff Park'. The Park is 50 acres of natural beauty located at 1964 St. Mary's Road, Winnipeg. The volunteer run and non-profit Henteleff Park Foundation is dedicated to caring for the Park through restoration and conservation of its lands, plants, and wildlife; partnership with the community; education about its existing ecology and many layered human and ecological history.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 6307
   
Description of Duties:

Are you a high school student looking for volunteer credits and love being outside in nature? Volunteers are the heartbeat of Henteleff Park, and our Front Entrance Crew are looking for volunteers. Accrue hours for high school credit and gain work experience. This group meets twice a week: Monday evening 18:00 to 20:00 and Wednesday mornings from 09:00 - 11:00 to care for the front entrance area of the park. Join us on the days that work for your schedule. The group works together to remove invasive weeds, tend to flower gardens, and sweep concrete walkway. Instruction and supervision provided.

   
Skills Required:

  • Interest in Henteleff Park

  • Enjoys being in nature

  • Physical ability to: lift, carry, sweep

  • A Team player

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

  • Team Player

  • Gardening knowledge and skills

  • Learn about the history, plants, animals of Henteleff Park

   
Age: 16-17, 18-30
Time Commitment:
Daytime
Evening
Flexible Hours

Monday evenings 18:00 to 20:00 and Wednesday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 from May 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026. Come on the days that work for your schedule.

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
- St. Vital
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Required to complete community service
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Certificate of recognition
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Aug 15, 2026

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