The Alberta Mentoring Partnership

Program Description

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grande Prairie & Area is currently offering mentoring programs for children ages 6 to 18 in a variety of programs:

Traditional Big Brothers Big Sisters Program

The Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program provides children and youth ages 6-17 with a role model and a friend to talk to and share the experiences of growing up. Through regular outings, a relationship is developed between the mentor and the mentee, that is built on trust and common interests, and is supported by our experienced case-workers. The result is a life-changing experience for both the mentor and the mentee. The time commitment requires weekly scheduled outings  of a 2-5 hours each and a minimum of a 1 year commitment.

Couples for Kids

Adult volunteer couples are matched with young people from ages 6 to 18.  They spend quality one-to-one time together in the community doing fun activities of their choice for 2-5 hours a week for a minimum of a year.

In-School Mentoring Program

The In School Mentoring program provides girls and boys with a role model and a friend to talk to and share the experiences of growing up, within school grounds. For one hour a week, mentors meet with their mentee and engage in activities such as board games, crafts or hanging out in the playground. The In School Mentoring program requires a weekly visit of 1 hour for the duration of the school year. Matches do not meet over the summer break or during other school holidays.

Go Girls!

Go Girls! is a group mentoring program for girls ages 12-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. The single, most important goal of the program is to positively shape the lives of young women and girls by helping them build a positive self-image – setting them on a path to reach their full potential in life. The Go Girls! program consists of 7 mentoring sessions, held over a 7-10 week period, after school within school facilities. Each 1.5-2 hour-long session is loosely structured around four themes: physical activity, healthy eating, self-esteem, and communication skills

Game On

Game On! is a group mentoring program for providing boys and young men with information and support to make informed choices about a range of healthy lifestyle practices. Through non-traditional physical activities, complemented with healthy eating support, participants are engaged in life skills, communication, and emotional health discussions designed to engage participants in the pursuit of life-long healthy lifestyles. Game On! includes seven 75-minute core sessions. There are also four extension modules that capture potential issues and topics specific to various locales and the interests of the mentors and participants.

Big Bunch

A group activity offered once a month to all children and youth in our programs. Big Brothers and Big Sisters are also invited to attend these fun filled exciting activities with their Littles.