Volunteer Recruitment PD & Networking Day

Join us for a day of learning and networking with staff from newcomer-serving and other nonprofit organizations that work with volunteers! This event is taking place at Regional Connections in Morden, on September 2, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. 

Description of training led by Volunteer Manitoba:

Is your organization looking to recruit volunteers more effectively?

Strategic volunteer recruitment goes beyond simply posting “we need volunteers” on your website and hoping people will show up. 

Today’s volunteer landscape is evolving, and successful recruitment requires thoughtful planning, strong program infrastructure, targeted messaging, and a deeper understanding of why people choose to volunteer.

In this interactive workshop, we will explore how national trends, highlighting the National Volunteer Action Strategy, are shaping the way organizations attract and engage volunteers. Participants will also examine the foundational elements of a strong volunteer program, ensuring your organization is set up to support volunteers once they say “yes.”

Learning Objectives: 

• Apply insights from the National Volunteer Action Strategy to better understand volunteer trends 

• Examine key elements of a volunteer program 

• Craft role descriptions and an elevator pitch that attract the right candidates 

• Design a targeted volunteer recruitment strategy 

• Apply practical best practices to strengthen volunteer recruitment

Schedule:

10:30AM – Welcome & Networking 

11:00AM – Module 1 – Volunteerism Trends & National Volunteer Action Strategy  

12:00PM – 12:30PM – Lunch 

12:30PM – Module 2 – Key Elements of a Volunteer Program 

1:30PM – Break 

1:45PM – Module 3 – Volunteer Recruitment Strategy 

2:15PM – Wrap Up 

Volunteer Manitoba's training is based on the principles of the Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement and is for anyone who works with, manages and/or supports volunteer engagement within their organization.

Snacks, lunch and soft drinks will be provided at this event. Please note there is a question about dietary restrictions on the registration page.

Registration deadline EXTENDED - Please register by August 21, 2026.

If you are not a member of a MANSO member agency, there may be an opportunity for you to register for this event.  Please contact us directly at k.loeb@mansomanitoba.ca with inquiries.

Logistics & Other Information

• Free parking is available on site.
• To make the journey more enjoyable and eco-friendly, participants are encouraged to carpool with colleagues where possible (2–4 people per vehicle). Reach out to MANSO at k.loeb@mansomanitoba.ca if you would like a ride or have space available in your vehicle. 
• Venue is wheelchair accessible. Other accessibility accommodations available on advance request. 
• For more details, and for information about our cancellation and/or reimbursement policy, please see our Professional Development Policy.

For More Information - If you have any questions, please contact MANSO's Resource and Event Support, Karen Loeb, at k.loeb@mansomanitoba.ca