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Organization:
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Simcoe
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Address:
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366 Midland Ave, Suite 3E
Midland, ON
L4R 3K7
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Intersection:
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Fourth St and Victoria St
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Hours:
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Mon-Thu 9am-4pm * Fri 9am-3pm
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Service Description:
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Charitable organization initiates mentoring experiences and facilitates development of relationships that empower local children and youth to reach their full potential both as individuals and citizens
One To One Big Brother/Big Sister mentoring - volunteer-led program focuses on connecting a child or youth to a role model to build and develop a relationship based on interests and trust. Duration is 3 hours per week for a minimum one year commitment.
In-School Mentoring - an adult mentor is matched with a child in a partnering school
Go Girls - female volunteers 18-25 yrs facilitate a 7-10 week group mentoring program at a local school for girls 12-14 years old. Program focuses on healthy practices and physical activity.
Game On - male volunteers 18-25 yrs facilitate 7 sessions with 75 minutes duration program at a local school with for boys 12-14 years old. Program focuses on information and support to encourage healthy practices.
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Application:
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Application form available online on website for completion * Option to enroll a young person
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children and youth 6-18 years * Adults 18 years and older
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Area Served:
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Coldwater ; Elmvale ; Midland ; Penetanguishene ; Tay ; Tiny ; Christian Island
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