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Organization:
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ottawa - Renfrew County
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Phone Numbers:
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613-247-4776 ext 324
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Address:
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1645 Woodroffe Ave, Suite 12
Ottawa, ON
K2G 1W2
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Hours vary, call before visiting
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Executives:
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Susan Ingram - Executive Director
613-247-4776 ext 316 * susani@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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Public Contacts:
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Stephanie Chretien-Gaudreau - Service Delivery Manager
stephaniec@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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Service Description:
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Provides young people in need with an opportunity for personal development through friendship with responsible adult volunteers * fostering friendships via recreational activities * personal development workshops and participation in community events
- Big Brother/Big Sister: Girls and boys (6 - 14 years old) are matched with a responsible adult volunteer for friendship * Meeting once a week for a minimum commitment of one year * each outing lasts two to four hours and is based on low-cost, or no-cost activities * Regular group events are organized to complement the match outings
*MPower Program: Youth, aged 15-24, are matched with mentors to help encourage, empower them to identify their strengths, explore their passions, and achieve their goals as they journey towards adulthood. This two-year connection creates a supportive relationship built on mutual respect and helps you develop relationship skills and connections essential for successful transition to independent adulthood. Must be available 8 hours each month, with 4 hours being in-person contact
- PRISM: mentoring program for the 2SLGBTQ+ community * a community and school-based program * Children and youth who identify as 2SLGTBQ+ are connected with an adult mentor who also identifies as 2SLGBTQ+ for a one on one mentoring relationship * Through regular outings, the match will foster a friendship that is supportive, empowering and fun
- In-School Mentoring: Mentors 18+ are placed to nearby elementary and high schools to help students build confidence through engaging activities * Children who participate in the program benefit from a friend and role model who will help them increase their self-esteem * strengthen their school learning and enhance their social skills *Only 1 hour each week for school-year commitment
- Meet You In School: Second year Social Service Work (SSW) students can complete their college placement with the organization, meeting with students 1:1 at nearby elementary and high schools to help students build confidence through engaging activities. SSW students will also have opportunities to assist with fundraising events and group outings in addition to meeting with students in the schools
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Email info@bbbso.ca to inquire of Big Brother/Big Sister application process * Families can inquire about school based mentoring opportunities with their school principal or resource staff
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Ages: 6 year(s) - 24 year(s)
Young people, ages 6-24, living in Renfrew County in need of special attention and the opportunity for personal development.
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Renfrew County
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Last Updated:
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7/10/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=211266
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