Focused Mentoring

Our Focused Mentoring Program is an 8–12 week initiative designed to engage youth on our waitlist in meaningful 1:3 mentoring sessions while they await a one-on-one mentor match.

Winter Session Schedule:

  • Mondays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Location: 1300 Bath Road

    • Sports-Focused Program (Ages 6–9)
    • Music Lessons (Ages 6–12)
  • Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Location: 559 Bagot Street

    • Cooking-Focused Program (Ages 9–12)

These group sessions provide a structured environment for skill-building and mentorship, offering participants valuable experiences while they await their one-on-one matches.

Big Bunch Mentoring

Big Bunch is a weekly program designed for children ages 6–10, including those on the waitlist, current mentees, and matched pairs. Through activities like crafts, games, sports, jungle gym play, and baking, Big Bunch fosters engagement and meaningful connections.

Session Times:

  • Tuesdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Location: 85 Macaulay Street, Community Center
  • Thursdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Location: 1300 Bath Road, BGC

This program is all about fun, skill development, and nurturing positive mentor-mentee relationships.

Youth Bunch Mentoring

Youth Bunch is tailored for youth ages 11–15, including waitlisted participants, mentees, and matched pairs. This weekly program offers engaging activities such as crafts, games, sports, and jungle gym sessions to encourage connection and skill-building.

Session Time:

  • Thursdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Location: 1300 Bath Road, Westend BGC

Youth Bunch provides a supportive space for youth to build positive relationships with mentors while having fun and developing new skills.

For more information on group mentoring programs, please contact: 

Markus Michaud, Club Based Mentoring Programs Coordinator

Phone: (613) 544 1621 ex. 402

Email: markus.michaud@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca