Posts by Christina Dominguez
BGCBigs’ Board of Directors Announces Retirement of Liz O’Neill, Executive Director and Appoints New Co-Executive Directors, Kerry Woodland & Kim Collister
A 45-Year Legacy Paves the Road for New Beginnings Liz O’Neill, Executive Director of Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area (BGCBigs), announces her retirement, effective August 31, 2024. Liz has dedicated her entire career to BGCBigs, where she has been executive director for 45 years. Across the span of…
Read MoreCongratulations to Darrel & Edith Martin, 2024 Canada Volunteer Award Recipients
We’re pleased to share that on April 15, 2024, two of our long-time donors, Darrel and Edith Martin from Automated Aquatics, were recognized by the Government of Canada as recipients for the 2024 Canada Volunteer Awards! For more than 35 years Darrel and Edith have operated Automated Aquatics Canada Inc. in Edmonton and during this…
Read MoreHappy National Volunteer Appreciation Week 2024!
As we celebrate this special week (April 14, 2024 through April 20), we wanted to take a moment to shine the spotlight on the real heroes of BGCBigs—our volunteers! 🎉 From mentoring bright minds out in the community and creating safe and nurturing environments at our Clubs, to sharing their wisdom as in-school mentors and…
Read MoreBGCBigs & Fund Development Manager, Danisha Bhaloo-Shivji, Bring Home United Way Red Tie Gala Awards
On Thursday, March 14th, United Way of the Alberta Capital Region hosted the 2024 Red Tie Gala. Every year, the Awards of Distinction by United Way honor the dedication and empathy of individuals who actively contribute to their beloved community, fostering purposeful and impactful social transformation. We want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Danisha…
Read MoreCelebrating Pink Shirt Day
Rose coloured T-shirts all around! And there you have it, another successful Pink Shirt Day in the books. We brought all of our Clubs together on February 28, 2024, to celebrate being fearless leaders. Pink Shirt Day is all about being a friend, being kind, being inclusive and being a leader in your community. We…
Read MoreThank you to Rogers for 2023 Community Grant in support of our Club programs!
We’re incredibly thankful to Rogers Communications for the support they have provided to our Club programs over the past year. With the community grant they provided, we continue to provide kids with opportunities to connect with positive role models and peers, enjoy a healthy meal and explore our core program areas: arts and culture,…
Read More100 MEN in 100 DAYS
100 MEN in 100 DAYS BGCBigs’ Quest to Recruit 100 Male Mentors Between Now and May 15, 2024 Our Goal. Your Challenge. Be One of the 100 Men We Need. We have set a lofty goal in the form of a challenge to the community—for 100 men to step up and become mentors to children…
Read More44th Big Brothers Big Sisters Dream Home & Win50 Lottery is back!
Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area (BGCBigs) is pleased to announce the 44th Big Brothers Big Sisters Dream Home Lottery. This year’s lottery Grand Prize is a $1.27 Million Dream Home, plus $10,000. As our largest fundraiser of the year, the goal is to raise over $1 Million. These…
Read MoreMentor Adam and Mentee Abdallah Share Story of Their Lifechanging Match
We’re always so excited when we get to share real stories from our mentors and mentees about their experience. On December 8, 2023, Adam (mentor) and Abdallah (mentee) were featured on CTV Edmonton to talk about how much their friendship means to each other and how special their bond is. You can make a real…
Read MoreFrank Flaman: Leaving an Incredible Legacy
On October 9th, 2023, our community lost a great philanthropist in Frank Flaman. These words are in remembrance of Frank and the generous contributions he made to our community. Part of Frank’s legacy will be remembered through the Frank J. Flaman Foundation, which Frank established in 2005. For more than 15 years the Foundation has…
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