Three Ways to Help Us Change Girls’ Lives

September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month Imagine a world with more self-esteem and less bullying. Imagine a world where youth are reminded that they […]

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Building a Love of Reading Together

In February of 2007, I met a shy, quiet 7-year-old girl who loved reading, arts, crafts and ice cream. Still figuring out how to cope with […]

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Social Smarts: Privacy, the Internet, and You

Canadian kids and teens are digitally savvy when it comes to social media and the internet—after all, they are digital natives. Unfortunately, many kids and […]

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Building Strong and Healthy Communities

Strong communities nurture people. They help build neighbourhood and community engagement, and help promote well-being and safety. Together, with our partner United Way of the […]

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Overcoming Loneliness through Mentorship

Growing up, Big Sister Raylene was troubled with loneliness. After her parents split up, her dad moved away while her mom worked long hours. She […]

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