The Moments That Make Mentoring Matter: REAL Stories from BGCBigs Volunteers

BGCBigs mentors and mentees posing for a group photo

September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month—a time to celebrate mentoring, the connections it creates and the volunteers who continue to show up for young people in our communities. At BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area (BGCBigs), those connections take many forms. Sometimes they grow through conversations and activities. Other times, they’re…

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Thank You! 2026 Children First Golf Classic Raises $167,600

Prize winners at the 2026 Children First Golf Classic at Cougar Creek Golf Resort

Every Shot Counts: Thank You for Making the 2026 Children First Golf Classic a Success! There’s something special about seeing a golf course come to life first thing in the morning.  On August 20, golfers, sponsors, volunteers and friends of BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area (BGCBigs) gathered at Cougar Creek Golf…

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Sometimes, One Person Showing Up Can Make All the Difference

BGCBigs Co-Executive Director Kerry Woodland featured on the Give. Amplify. Connect. podcast.

Sometimes, One Person Showing Up Can Make All the Difference Think back to when you were growing up. Was there someone who listened when you needed to talk? Someone who helped you figure something out at school, encouraged you to try again, or simply made you feel like you weren’t figuring everything out on your…

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70+ Youth, One Festival and a Lot to Celebrate

70+ Youth, One Festival and a Lot to Celebrate Before thousands of people could enjoy another summer at Taste of Edmonton, there was work to do. Spaces needed to be set up. Festival areas needed to stay clean. Teams needed extra hands.  And this summer, more than 70 young people stepped up to help.  Through…

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