What 2025 Reminded Us Of – And Why It Matters Now
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. As we step fully into 2026, I've been reflecting on what 2025 showed us at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Barrie & District. At its core, in reinforced something simple and powerful: relationships matter - and they change lives. Last year, nearly 200 youth were supported [...]
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Why Mentoring Matters: A BBBS Staff Reflection
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Fun and friendship — those two simple words perfectly capture the amazing impact of mentoring. I’ve witnessed countless examples of how powerful mentoring can be for children in our community. The relationships formed between our mentors and Littles have the potential to change lives in profound [...]
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On the Waitlist: Hazel
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Creative and full of personality, this young girl loves expressing herself through art, fashion, and music. She enjoys drawing anime characters, writing, and listening to her favourite ‘90s R&B tunes. In her free time, she likes playing Roblox, watching videos, and spending time outdoors walking or [...]
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In-School Mentor: Ariana
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Not having children of my own, I felt a strong desire to have young people in my life—to stay young at heart and in touch with the times! More importantly, I knew I could play a meaningful role in a child’s life, just as they could [...]
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On the Waitlist: Hannah
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. With a love for sports like soccer, basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, and even football, this energetic and outgoing young girl thrives when she’s active—especially during gym class or playing outside. But her interests don’t stop there. She’s just as happy getting creative with crafts, baking something sweet, [...]
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