Posts by Hassan Abdullahi
Club Day 2026: Rain, Resilience, and a Whole Lot of Fun
Rain Couldn’t Stop the Fun On June 5, school buses arrived from BGCBigs Club locations across Edmonton, carrying excited members ready to celebrate Club Day 2026. While the weather had other plans and rain forced activities indoors, it didn’t take long for the energy of the day to fill the building. Members, families, volunteers, staff,…
Read MoreCanadian Mental Health Week 2026: Supporting Youth to Feel Seen, Heard, and Supported
Creating safe spaces, meaningful connections, and support systems for youth to thrive Canadian Mental Health Week takes place from May 4–10, 2026, and is an opportunity to highlight the importance of supporting mental health—especially for children and youth. At BGCBigs, we are committed to creating safe, supportive environments where young people feel seen, heard, and…
Read MoreThank You, Volunteers – Igniting Volunteerism: Celebrating the Power of Mentorship in 2026
Celebrating Volunteers Who Make A Difference As we continue through 2026, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the volunteers who show up for young people in our community every day. Whether in Clubs, schools, or community-based matches, your time, care, and commitment create meaningful change. This was especially evident at our…
Read MoreMake 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…
Read MoreNew 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…
Read MoreEvening 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…
Read MoreMentorship 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…
Read MoreIt 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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