Make This Summer Count: Why BIG Summer Is the Perfect Way to Start Mentoring

BIG laughs. BIG moments. BIG Summer. Not everyone can commit to a full year of volunteer mentoring—and that’s okay. That’s why we’re excited to launch BIG Summer, a new pilot mentoring program designed to give volunteers a short-term opportunity to make a BIG impact. Running from May through August, BIG Summer connects mentors and mentees…

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New Year, New Opportunities: How You Can Make a Difference in 2026

Turning New Year’s Resolutions Into Real Impact A new year brings fresh starts, new goals and meaningful opportunities to give back. If one of your 2026 New Year’s resolutions is to give back to your community, mentoring could be the perfect place for you to start. At BGCBigs, mentorship is about showing up, building connections…

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Evening of Opportunity – Unlocking Futures, Together

Thank you for making our inaugural Evening of Opportunity a success! On November 19, BGCBigs hosted its first-ever Evening of Opportunity, and we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the love, support, and generosity shown by our community. From heartfelt speeches and beautiful decor to laughter-filled reunions and powerful testimonies, the night was a celebration of…

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Mentorship Matters: September is Big Brothers Bis Sisters Month

What Kind of Mentor Are You? Find out!   Every mentor is unique Some bring energy and fresh ideas, while others offer steady guidance. Others simply show up, week after week, making all the difference. Curious to know your mentorship style? Take the “What Kind of Mentor Are You?” quiz (facilitated by Big Brothers Big…

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It All Starts with Me: Building Confidence Through Learning and Exploration

Building Confidence Through Learning and Exploration At BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area (BGCBigs), we believe that every young person deserves the chance to explore, grow, and discover their full potential, and through our partnered program, It All Starts with Me, young people get to do exactly that—receive access to hands-on opportunities…

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