become a Big

MENTORING IS BUILDING THE CONFIDENCE TO ACHIEVE MORE

Each time we pair a child with a Big and empower them through our programs, we start something incredible – a life changing relationship built on friendship, trust and positive mentorship.

THE PROCESS

The volunteer participates in a short orientation with a Mentoring Coordinator and submits an application including three references. The volunteer then completes a Police Information Check and participates in an interview and a pre-match training session with the Mentoring Coordinator. Volunteers interested in the Community Mentoring Program must also provide a drivers abstract and proof of vehicle insurance. Some additional training is also provided for volunteers in our group programs.

Northern BC

In order to facilitate our program expansion throughout Northern BC, we’ll be working with nonprofit partners that already exist in each community. We’re excited to announce our first partnership with the Valemount Learning Centre to offer Big Brothers Big Sisters programming throughout the Robson Valley. We look forward to working with the staff of Valemount Learning Centre to initiate and execute BBBS programming in Valemount, and hopefully soon after, in McBride. For more information about our expansion please click here, and please reach out with any inquiries or questions regarding programming outside of Prince George.

 mentoring programs

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IN-SCHOOL MENTORING

1 HOUR/WEEK

Positive interactions at one of our participating schools

VIRTUAL MENTORING

TIME COMMITMENT VARIES

Meaningful relationships between Bigs and Littles virtually
throughout Northern BC

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GROUP MENTORING

TIME COMMITMENT VARIES

Join a variety of activities in the community or in local schools

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COMMUNITY MENTORING

1-4 HOURS/WEEK

Meaningful relationships between Bigs and Littles in your community

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 frequently asked questions

+ What happens after I submit my Volunteer Application?

It is recommended that volunteers contact the agency and participate in a small orientation prior to filling out an application. You will have to complete an orientation before moving on to the interview stage of the application process.

Once your application has been received by a Mentoring Coordinator, we will process it and contact your references. Once your references have been contacted we will schedule an interview and pre-match training session with you.

Acceptance into the program is conditional, not guaranteed. Your Mentoring Coordinator will discuss this with you, and determine your suitability for the program based on the above application process.

Upon acceptance into the program, your Mentoring Coordinator will begin the process of matching you with a child!

+ How long does the application process take?

The amount of time depends on how quickly your references get back to us. It can take up to 8 weeks for your application to be processed and references contacted, however, typically it is 2-3 weeks. After your references are completed you are required to complete both an interview and pre-match training and some paperwork, that can take anywhere from 1.5 weeks – 3 weeks. If you are applying to a Group Mentoring Program then you will be required to attend a Group Training Session with your fellow group mentors in addition to the above.

+ How is a match created between a Big and Little?

Matches are made on a best-fit basis. Our Mentoring Coordinators look at many factors of both the Little and the Big to ensure we are making the best match possible. Factors include, but are not limited to, interests, personality and location.

+ Do you have any activity ideas for me and my Little?

Mentoring Coordinators are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to activities. Do not be afraid to email or call your Mentoring Coordinator to ask for ideas or suggestions. As the seasons change, your Mentoring Coordinator will contact you with activity suggestions. Activities could include bowling, swimming, hiking, grabbing a bite to eat, or hanging out at the SPCA.

+ What days/times of the week do your programs run?

The only program that Big Brothers Big Sisters offers that runs on a schedule are Group Mentoring Programs. Group Mentoring Programs run through schools during school hours or immediately after school or in the evenings out of the Rotary Clubhouse.

All other Big Brothers Big Sisters programs have requirements for how often you meet and when, but those are determined on a match by match basis.

Our programs wouldn’t be possible without the help from our donors and sponsors. Thank you for your support.

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office hours

Monday – Friday | 8:00am – 4:00pm

Please speak to your Mentoring Coordinator about their individual office hours.