Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland

Women, ages 19 and up, are matched as mentors with girls ages seven to 17 for the purpose of establishing caring, supportive, mentoring friendships to enhance the confidence, self-esteem, and well-being of the Little Sisters. The Study Buddy Program is a free weekly one-on-one tutoring program that focuses on academic needs and increasing self-esteem in girls ages seven to 17. Tutors meet with girls for an hour per week for a minimum of six months to reach academic goals. Big Sisters Mentoring Program provides one-on-one mentorship for girls ages seven to 17. Through regular outings (two to four hours once a week for a minimum of one year), a relationship develops between the mentor and Little Sister that is built on trust and common interests, and is supported by a caseworker. Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Program is a group mentoring program for girls ages 10 to 14 that promotes the benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle. Focus is on helping girls to build the tools for confidence and self-awareness during their formative years. Serves Vancouver, Richmond, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, New Westminster, Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Tsawwassen, and Ladner. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society.