The last two years have been challenging for us all as we navigated the pandemic. We are so grateful to our volunteers, donors, partners, parents, caregivers and staff for walking alongside us to show that supporting kids never stops, regardless of the obstacles that...
Ryan Jespersen visits with Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Danisha Bhaloo-Shivji and a Big Brother mentor, Aaron Hoyland about the value Mentorship can bring to children and adults alike. Give it a watch:
Wrapping up #MentoringMonth, check out our most recent segment on Global News featuring BGCBigs staff member Danisha Bhaloo-Shivji who talks about her experience as a Little — returning the favour and becoming a Big herself when she was able. Watch here:...
January 27th, 2022 was #ThankYourMentor Day, a day for all mentees to show gratitude for their mentor by sending them a special message of gratitude and also posting on social media using the hashtag #ThankYourMentor. Below are some of our Littles / Mentees thanking...
Every Wednesday I – tapped my shoes and watched the clock, ready to sprint off. The door was only three steps away, but I knew I could get there in one if I skipped. Wednesdays were when my Big Sister, Germaine visited me at school. Up until it was my turn to be...
10 Year Big Brother match Cobi Winter (Little) and Darrin Varga (Big Brother) featured on Global Edmonton talking about what a lifelong friendship has meant for the both of them. Cobi explains that Darrin has helped him step out of his shell and becoming a bit more...
