Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wood Buffalo
10019 MacDonald Ave # 5B T9H 4Z4 Fort McMurray, AB, Canada

Happy Mentoring Month #ymm ! One of our valued Big Brothers shares his experience as a volunteer below: "One of the most rewarding part of my week is spending time with my little brother. We ski, snowboard, skate, run, hike, play soccer and constantly challenge each other with new activities! It's a lot of fun staying active with my bro and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. Sharing a meal, movie and countless stories is something I truly look forward to."

This #MentoringMonth you can ignite potential in a young person’s life and empower them to succeed. Become a mentor today! https://woodbuffalo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer/

There are 15,000 young people waiting for an adult to stand in their corner. Become a mentor in real life this #MentoringMonth #MentorIRL

When a young person is matched with a mentor, they experience positive social connectedness, mental health and wellbeing, educational and employment outcomes. Make 2021 the year you make a difference. Sign up to be a mentor today! https://woodbuffalo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer/

Tune in to McMurray Matters on Mix 103.7 at noon today. Darcy, Community Engagement & Events Coordinator will be chatting about #MentoringMonth & current volunteer opportunities at Big Brothers Big Sisters! #YMM

Become a mentor today! #mentoringmonth #iamamentor #biggertogether https://woodbuffalo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer/

"I recently started with Big Brothers Big Sisters in October and becoming a mentor is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I am a big kid at heart and love to do all the fun things with my mentee, seeing the joy in her face when we have our weekly meetings is such a rewarding feeling and I am so thankful to have such an influence in her life. Aside from doing fun things, I try to mention key lessons and knowledge that will be beneficial to my little, such as the import...ance of being kind, how to help with our environment, and how to be a leader. It is important for me as a mentor to teach my mentee valuable things while also having fun and our match is a perfect balance of both! I am so glad I joined this program and never knew someone so little could have such an influence in my life as a big. Why I love being a big? I love being a big because seeing the smile on my littles face makes being a mentor so worth it! I love doing all the fun things with my little and she definitely keeps me on my toes!" See more

This International #MentoringDay we invite you to share how a #mentor made a positive difference in your life. Share your story and let your mentor know the impact they've had on you. To learn Stephen's story, click here: https://youtu.be/3vOdBYfUkb4 #MentoringMonth #BecomeAMentor

Have you considered becoming a mentor in the past, but not sure if you're the right person for the role? At Big Brothers Big Sisters we welcome people of all backgrounds and identity to become a volunteer with our agency. To be the best mentor for a youth the most important qualities are the abilities to express care, provide support, share power and challenge growth. Beyond that, we hope our applicants will have a broad range of life experiences to match what the youth in our community are currently living through as well. https://woodbuffalo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer/

https://woodbuffalo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer/

Thank you again to Bouchier ! #Biggertogether

These are some of the local faces of volunteer managers who connect regularly at our Volunteer Roundtables to share, learn and support each other in the develop...ment of their volunteer programs. If you manage/support volunteers in your role, then we welcome you to attend our next meeting a special holiday edition on December 9 from 12-2pm. Register at https://maccalendar.ca//virtual-volunteer-managers-roundt/ -with Fort McMurray Boys and Girls Club, United Way Fort McMurray and Wood Buffalo, Wood Buffalo Food Bank Association, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wood Buffalo, The Salvation Army of Fort McMurray, St. Aidans Society, Waypoints Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Events, and of course our Wood Buffalo Volunteers-Volunteer Fort McMurray team!

Are you interested in learning more about the programs we offer? If so, read on! The Big Brothers Big Sisters community based mentoring program provides youth with a role mode to build a relationship through regular outings and common interests. The match is supported by our experienced case-workers and results in life-changing experiences for both the mentor and the mentee. Learn more at: https://woodbuffalo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/

Did you know...

#Statisticsaturday #Didyouknow #ymm #happiness

Although connecting with your loved ones may look different in the world of Covid-19, that doesn't make it any less vital. Find a new way to connect with the people in your life today. #biggertogether #hereforyou #connection

Throwing it back to before we got hit with all the snow here in #ymm! Pictured are the Fort McMurray Monarchs helping us out with our annual Rubber Duck Race at the Snye!

Help us support youth mentoring in Wood Buffalo by donating to our mentoring match kit campaign! Any dollar value is appreciated and helps provide a developmental activity for youth participating in BBBS programming! Donating to this cause will help ease some of the expense that matches encounter when planning engaging activities.

Simplify your life become a monthly mentoring donor today! By becoming a monthly donor, you are providing a dependable source of funding that supports Wood Buffalo's youth! Make a stronger impact! Monthly donations reduce administrative costs for items like postage, paper and printing. This means that more of your donation goes to where it’s needed most. Monthly donors receive:... -A welcome package with details about the organization to help you get to know us better -Regular email updates with information about Big Brothers Big Sisters happenings and upcoming events. -An annual tax receipt that consolidates all your monthly donations made throughout the year -A spot on our Monthly Mentoring Donors wall of appreciation! See more

The BBBS staff had an awesome time competing in this year's Chew For Charity! If you get the chance to check out Boston Pizza Downtown's simulators, DO NOT HESITATE, as they are sure to offer a fun time.

Happy match-iversary to these two! The first photo was taken 2 years ago when this 'Big' and 'Little' were first matched. Fast forward to today, their friendship has been growing for 2 whole years, with many more to come!

Let us all take a moment today to remember all those who fought so hard for our freedom. #weremember #lestweforget2020

Exciting News! We are so grateful to receive support from WBCF! So we may continue to support the young people in our region! #Biggertogether #Mentoringmatters

Today is World Mental Health Day. A mentor is someone who is there for you when you need them the most. #mentoringmatters #biggertogether #onlyanhouraweek

We want to hear from you #ymm! Help us develop our strategic plan my completing this quick survey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HCRRJCM

Congratulations to Lux Nail Studio for being our Turn The Town Teal draw winner and thank you to everyone that participated last month! We aim to make an even bigger teal impact next year, stay tuned!

Shoutout to the team at Drop Dead Darlings for their teal decorating. Thank you for supporting youth mentoring in our region! If you haven't checked them out recently, you're missing out! #mentoringmonth #turnthetownteal #ymm #dropdeaddarlings #checkthemout

In the spirit of truth and reconciliation on #OrangeShirtDay2020 we listen with open ears, hearts and minds to those who have survived Canada's residential schools and honor those who did not.

Boston Pizza Timberlea gave the Downtown location a run for their money with their teal decorations. #turnthetownteal #bostonpizza #youthmentoring #mentoringmatters #ymm #woodbuffalo

Thank you to Boston Pizza downtown for celebrating Big Brothers Big Sisters month with us by turning the town teal! Stay tuned to see what the timberlea location did with their teal decorations.