Let’s Spread Positivi-tea Together
We are thrilled to announce our exciting new partnership with Coca-Cola Ltd., bringing refreshing summer vibes to our Big Brothers Big Sisters community. From March 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024, with every purchase of a NESTEA® or Peace Tea® beverage, Coca-Cola Ltd. will donate $0.50 to our cause, up to an incredible $150,000. Join [...]
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Embracing Community: Reflections on BBBS Barrie’s Commitment to Unity
As we gathered under the clear skies for the second annual Home Run for the Hungry charity baseball day, there was a palpable sense of anticipation mingled with a touch of apprehension regarding the weather. Yet, as the day unfolded, it became evident that we were in for something special. The sun shone down upon [...]
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Bottling Potential
We're proud to partner with Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited on our joint initiative “Bottling Potential”! Coke Canada Bottling is committed to empowering youth through mentorship across Canada, including Barrie & District, to explore and achieve their full potential. Together, we're fostering local career exploration opportunities for youth in our community. On April 30th, in collaboration [...]
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Beau’s Buddies Partners with BBBS
Beau Akey and Beau Jelsma have teamed up and partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters Barrie! Each Saturday home game will see members of Big Brother Big Sisters Barrie attend a Colts game while taking in warm-ups from down on the bench. We would like to say a BIG thank you to the Barrie Colts [...]
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Crane finds friendship as Big Brother Big Sisters Volunteer
When Rod Crane received word that he made Canada’s National Para Hockey Team, he knew his life would change. He just wasn’t sure how. The Clarksburg, Ont., native knew his hockey career was about to take off, but when he quit his job to focus full-time on training for the national team in 2018-19, […]