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Mayor Gillingham Targets Volunteer Costs | Winnipeg News
Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham is running for re-election and has already rolled out his first big promise: making criminal background checks for volunteers free for non-profits. Currently costing $65 each — the highest in the nation — these fees strain already tight budgets, forcing either volunteers or organizations to pay. Gillingham argues the money should go toward programs and equipment that directly serve communities. Volunteer Manitoba has long advocated for this change, as nonprofits struggle to recruit and retain volunteers. With eight rivals in the race and a focus on crime and…
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