Support mentoring programs in our community!

Is there a child or youth in your life that could benefit from some additional support?

We have mentors waiting!

Our mentoring programs are open to all children and youth of all gender identities in North Durham. Our Program Team is just a phone call or email away for more information about our programs and to answer your questions!

1:1 Mentorship

In School Mentoring (1 hour per week) Virtual (1 hour per week) Big Brother Big Sister (2 to 4 hours per week) Open to children and youth in Kindergarten to grade 12

Group Mentoring

Available virtually for 1 hour per week for youth aged 9-12

Program Outcomes

Young people in our programs achieve measurable outcomes including:

  • Responsible decision making
  • Relationship skills
  • Increased self confidence
  • Mental wellness & positive identity
  • School connectedness

Contact Us

General Agency Information, Events, Donations and Sponsorship

Margaret Ayres – Executive Director

margaret.ayres@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca  | 905-985-3733 x1

Amy Stevenson – Digital Marketing & Communications Coordinator

amy.stevenson@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca | 905-985-3733 x4

Program and Volunteer Information

Emily Abnett – Mentoring Coordinator (Traditional Big Brother/Big Sister Matches)

abnett.emily@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca | 905-985-3733 x2

Amanda Albano – Mentoring Coordinator (In School Mentoring & Group Programs)

amanda.albano@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca | 905-985-3733 x3