One to One Mentoring
Big Brothers Mentoring
The Big Brothers mentoring program provides boys and those who identify as male with a role model to talk to and share the experiences of growing up with. Through regular outings, a relationship is developed between the mentor and the mentee, which is built on trust and common interests, and is supported by our experienced mentoring coordinators. The result is a life-changing experience for both the mentor and the mentee.
The Big Brothers mentoring program usually requires a minimum of two regularly scheduled outings a month of a few hours each and a minimum of a one year commitment.
Big Sisters mentoring
The Big Sisters mentoring program provides girls and those who identify as female, with a role model to talk to and share the experiences of growing up with. Through regular outings, a relationship is developed between the mentor and the mentee, which is built on trust and common interests, and is supported by our experienced mentoring coordinators. The result is a life-changing experience for both the mentor and the mentee.
The Big Sisters mentoring program usually requires a minimum of two regularly scheduled outings a month of several hours each and a minimum of a one year commitment. There may be a wait period for enrolment. We encourage you to also consider volunteering as an In-School Mentor or Go Girls Mentor if you have one lunch hour per week. If this is of interest, just indicate your preferences on the form.
In-School Mentoring
Spend one hour a week during the school year with a child doing non-academic activities at their school. Be someone they can talk to and learn from – sharing interests with them, encouraging them, building on their strengths, all of which can lead to improved self-esteem and more positive outlook on their life.
Mentors enjoy playing board games, doing arts and crafts, reading, shooting hoops in the gym and having lunch together. Want to find out more? Contact Terri-Lynn or inquire today!
Between Generations mentoring
A variation on the traditional one-to-one program, Between Generations matches a mentor with a young person in the community or in school. For just a few hours a month, the Between Generations program targets early retirees or those in the 55+ community for volunteer mentorship positions and enrolls children who need the support and friendship that the Mentor can provide. Find out more.
PRISM Mentoring
PRISM (Pride, Respect, Identity, Safety, and Mentoring) is a mentoring program for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. As part of PRISM, young people who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ and would like a mentor who is also 2SLGBTIA+ are connected with an adult mentor who also identifies as 2SLGBTQIA+ for a one-on-one mentoring relationship. BBBS Mentoring is based on the Developmental Relationships Framework conceptualized by the Search Institute, a leader in positive youth development, and focuses on ensuring that all young people who participate in BBBS programs have developmental relationships. Developmental Relationships are close connections that foster young peoples’ ability to discover who they are, cultivate their abilities, shape their own lives and learn how to engage with and contribute to the world around them. Find our more.
Group Mentoring Program Options
Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds!
Go Girls! is a group mentoring program for girls and those who identify as female or non-binary ages 10-13 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. The single, most important goal of the program is to positively shape the lives of youth and by helping them build a positive self-image – setting them on a path to reach their full potential in life.
The Go Girls! program consists of seven mentoring sessions, held over a 7-8 week period, within school facilities during lunch time. Each session is loosely structured around four themes: physical activity, healthy eating, self-esteem, and communication skills.
Game On! Eat Smart, Play Smart!
Game On! is a group mentoring program providing boys and those who identify as male or non-binary with information and support to make informed choices about a range of healthy lifestyle practices. Through non-traditional physical activities, complemented with healthy eating support, participants are engaged in life skills, communication, and emotional health discussions designed to engage participants in the pursuit of life-long healthy lifestyles.
Game On! includes seven core sessions. There are also four extension modules that capture potential issues and topics specific to various locales and the interests of the mentors and participants. Programs take place in local schools during lunch.