EHI Nutrition Program

Organization Details
Organization Name: Equal Housing Initiative
Address: 554 Main Street
Winnipeg MB  R3B 1C4
Website: https://equalhousinginitiative.com/
Organizational Description: We are a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Not-For-Profit Canadian Charity based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Our mandate is to bring evidence based best practice, advocacy and practical support for the creation and sustainability of housing that is equal and equitable for all.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 6549
   
Description of Duties:

EHI is looking for dependable and compassionate volunteers who are available on Thursdays to assist with food preparation, packaging, organization, and distribution. Volunteers will work in a welcoming, respectful, and team-oriented environment.


Volunteer responsibilities may include:



  • Assisting with the preparation of nutritious meals.

  • Washing, cutting, and organizing ingredients.

  • Sorting donated food and checking items for quality.

  • Dividing prepared meals and donated food into individual packages.

  • Labelling and organizing food packages for distribution.

  • Assist with distributing meals and food packages to residents and community members.

  • Loading and unloading donated food, supplies, and prepared meals.

  • Organizing food in refrigerators, freezers, and designated storage areas.

  • Following proper food-handling, hygiene, and workplace-safety procedures.

  • Cleaning and sanitizing tables, equipment, utensils, and food-preparation areas.

  • Helping reduce food waste by ensuring donated items are sorted, stored, and used appropriately.

  • Treating residents, community members, staff, and fellow volunteers with dignity, compassion, and respect.

  • Completing other reasonable Nutrition Program duties under the direction of EHI staff.
   
Skills Required:

  • A genuine interest in supporting vulnerable individuals and strengthening the community.

  • Dependability, punctuality, and the ability to follow instructions.

  • Ability to work respectfully as part of a diverse team.

  • Ability to stand for periods of time and perform light lifting.

  • Previous food-preparation or community-service experience is helpful but not required.

  • A valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle are assets for volunteers assisting with pickups or deliveries but are not required for other duties.
   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

  • Communication Skills

  • Helping those in need

  • Work as part of a team

  • Community Development
   
Age: 18-30, 31-54
Time Commitment:
Daytime

Thursdays - Volunteers arrive at the kitchen for 9 AM - 12 PM
Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
- Downtown
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Group - small, family and friends
Are able to attend with a support person
Required to complete community service
French speaking / Bilingual (French and English)
Speaks another language (other than French or English): Any Language
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Oct 30, 2026

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