   Become a Big Sister volunteer in our Big Sisters Mentoring Program and help a young girl learn to believe in herself through your supportive friendship! We Value Diversity
Big Sisters welcomes the participation of women of any race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, or ability.
It's EASY to become a Big Sister!
In just 6 steps you'll be matched with a young girl in a friendship that will have a BIG impact on her life...and on yours! STEP 1
Check that you meet the basic Big Sister qualifications: - Age 19 or older
- Canadian resident for at least 1 year (or able to provide us with an International Criminal Records Check).
- Able to commit to spending 2-4 hours once a week with your Little Sister for a minimum of 1 year (yes - you can certainly go on vacations and travel for work occassionally!)
- Interested in developing a friendship with a young girl (aged 7-17).
- Comfortable with Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland's Core Values.
STEP 2
Read through the 'BIG Intro' for Big Sisters.
STEP 3
Submit your Big Sister Application Form & Criminal Record Check (Download application form here, fill it out, and email it back to bigsisters.bc.ca (call 604.873.4525 ext. 300 to have one sent to you). STEP 4
Attend an Interview with a Big Sisters caseworker (once we receive your application we'll contact you to schedule your interview) STEP 5
Attend a Big Sisters Training Session (once we receive your application we'll contact you to register you for a Training Session) STEP 6
Meet your Little Sister! Once you've completed the steps above and once your application is accepted, we'll begin looking for a Little Sister for you (we try to match you with a Little Sister who lives in your city and shares similar interests!) Once you are matched, your Big Sisters caseworker will provide you with on-going support through regular phone and in-person check-ins. Questions?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page. And if you still have questions please contact us at 604.873.4525 ext. 300 or bigsisters.bc.ca.
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