Big Brothers
Big Sisters
of Moose Jaw

Throughout the year hundreds of children and youth reach out to Big Brothers Big Sisters in hopes of being matched with a mentor. Thanks to the generosity of donors, like you, these children will have a chance to become resilient and realize their potential through the power of mentoring.

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WHAT IS BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS?

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada is a Federation comprised of 111 member agencies servicing more than 1000 communities across the country. Each Big Brother Big Sister agency provides direct service to children by matching adults and children in quality mentoring relationships. Our agency staff members are experts at screening volunteers and matching them with a child having similar interests.

The national organization provides services and programs to our member agencies to assist them with their hands-on work with parents, children, and volunteers. Ranging from staff training workshops to our leading Child Safety Program, which includes an emphasis on sexual abuse prevention, BBBSC works diligently to ensure that program quality is superior in all parts of the country.

It costs roughly $1500 to facilitate one match per year in the traditional match program, and there are many kids waiting to get matched with a positive role model. Let’s give them a hand by donating generously.

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WE BELIEVE IN THE VALUE OF MENTORING.

Studies show that mentoring helps kids stay in school, avoid risky behavior such as bullying, and grow up having respect for family, peers, and community.

WE KNOW FROM EXPERIENCE.

Serving as role models, mentors teach by example the importance of giving back, staying in school and having respect for family, peers, and community.

Witnessing the transformation of a child into a confident, concerned and motive young person is a remarkable thing. Ushering them into adulthood, seeing them grow into a successful, responsible member of their community can be even more satisfying.

For both Mentor and Mentee, the mentoring experience becomes a life-changing relationship built on friendship, trust, and empowerment.

Our mission and a message from the executive director Victor Roman Click Here

WHO CAN BE A BIG BROTHER BIG SISTER?

You can! Being a Mentor is about being a friend and someone to look up to. It’s about hanging out, talking and sharing, with many smiles along the way. It’s about making one child feel very special. And you’ll feel pretty great too. After the enrollment process, we’ll provide training and match you with a mentee, who shares your interests. As a mentor, you get to build model airplanes or do crafts, paint or draw, kick around the soccer ball or play football, play on the computer, hang out and much more… whatever! It’s about sharing a little time together – a few hours a week or every couple of weeks will make a big difference.

START SOMETHING

Take a look at the different mentoring programs we offer below and dare to be a kid again. Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Moose Jaw!

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HOW ELSE CAN I HELP?

It costs roughly $2000 to facilitate one match per year, and we have a lengthly waitlist of kids waiting for a Mentor.

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FUNDRAISERS

If your business wishes to help Big Brothers Big Sisters of Moose Jaw by hosting an event to raise funds we would be excited to hear from you.

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A Mentor Is…

• A great listener
• Patient and kind
• Truly caring about people
• A believer in others’ capabilities
• Committed to relationships
• Open to different points of view
• Humorous and outgoing
• Sensitive to the needs of others

Traditional Match

For a small commitment of only 2-4 hours a week, you can hang out with a child that needs a mentor. There are always children in Moose Jaw waiting for a Big Brother/Big Sister, so we encourage you to apply today. After the enrollment process, we’ll provide training and match you with a mentee, who shares your interests. It’s up to you and your mentee to decide when to get together, and what you do! You could go hiking, biking, play video games, watch a movie, listen to music, or cook! Children are always willing to try new activities and learn new skills. Come up with a list, and try new things together! Click here for more info!

Couples For Kids

In today’s fast paced world, we have a program where you and your significant other can volunteer together! The Couples for Kids program sees couples spend time with a child doing things that you all like to do. Paint a picture, learn to cook gourmet foods or take up golf – you three rule the show, and it is all up to you to decide on. Spend time with your partner and be a big deal in the life of a child at the same time. Click here for more info!

In School Mentoring Program

A small commitment that makes a big difference. Become a mentor to a child in a school environment. You’ll help build a child’s self-esteem and school performance while having a lot of fun. It only takes one hour per week during the school year. Click here for more info!

Game On

In this program, we use a mentor approach to provide the boys with information and support to make informed choices about healthy lifestyle practices. Through non-traditional physical activities, complemented with healthy eating information, participants are engaged in life skills, communication and emotional health discussions, designed to engage participants in the pursuit of life-long healthy lifestyles. Sessions are loosely structured around four themes: physical activity, healthy eating, self-esteem, and communication skills. Click here for more info!

Go Girls

Go Girls! is a group mentoring program for girls ages 12-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. The single, most important goal of the program is to positively shape the lives of young women and girls by helping them build a positive self-image – setting them on a path to reach their full potential in life. The Go Girls! program consists of 7 mentoring sessions, held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities. Each 1.5-2 hour-long session is loosely structured around four themes: physical activity, healthy eating, self-esteem, and communication skills. Click here for more info!