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📚 Halfway through September, but there’s still time to make a BIG difference!Have gently used books you’re ready to part...
09/15/2026

📚 Halfway through September, but there’s still time to make a BIG difference!

Have gently used books you’re ready to part with? Drop them off at the BGCBigs Strathcona Office (2nd Floor, East Wing Community Centre, 401 Festival Lane) before September 30.

Through our partnership with Renew Crew, your donated books will be converted into funding that supports mentoring and after-school programs for local children and youth. 💚

Clear the clutter. Create opportunity.

Learn more: BGCBigs.ca/fundraising/bookgiveaway

"The experience changes you just as much as it changes your mentee." 💚For one of our mentors, being a Big Brother has br...
09/15/2026

"The experience changes you just as much as it changes your mentee." 💚

For one of our mentors, being a Big Brother has brought a greater sense of purpose while also being a reminder to slow down, be present and appreciate the simple moments.

Throughout Big Brothers Big Sisters Month, we're sharing reflections from mentors across a wide variety of our volunteer programs, showcasing the connections and experiences that make mentoring so meaningful.

Discover more REAL Stories and ways to support us at BGCBigs.ca.

*Please note: Photos depict real BGCBigs mentors and mentees; testimonials are authentic quotes from BGCBigs volunteers and may not be from the individuals pictured.

What has mentoring taught you? 💭 We asked our mentors to reflect on their experiences, and their answers were just as mu...
09/09/2026

What has mentoring taught you? 💭 We asked our mentors to reflect on their experiences, and their answers were just as much about what they've learned by being mentors than about what they've taight their mentees!

What were some of those lessons, you ask? To slow down. To be present. To listen. To show up. And to remember that making a meaningful impact doesn't always require having the perfect plan.

Swipe to hear what mentoring has taught some of our volunteers. 💚 And, you can read even more REAL Stories at BGCBigs.ca/realstories

*Please note: Photos depict real BGCBigs mentors and mentees; testimonials are authentic quotes from BBBS volunteers and may not be from the individuals pictured.

09/01/2026

September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month! 💚

This month, we're celebrating the people, connections and everyday moments that make mentoring meaningful.

From showing up and listening to sharing laughs, trying something new and simply spending time together, our volunteers remind us that connection can make a BIG difference.

Throughout September, follow along as we share REAL Stories and reflections from BGCBigs mentors across our community.

There are many ways to be part of something BIG. Mentor. Donate. Fundraise. Support. Partner.

Learn more at bbbsstrathcona.ca.

🌍💙 Today, we recognize World Humanitarian Day.At BBBS, we see every day how when a community comes together, things are ...
08/19/2026

🌍💙 Today, we recognize World Humanitarian Day.

At BBBS, we see every day how when a community comes together, things are just better.

It can look like a mentor helping a young person work through something they’ve been struggling with at school. A volunteer lending a hand to serve a hot meal at one of our Clubs. Or a community partner or funder stepping up to help improve the spaces where children and youth learn, play, and connect.

These everyday acts of support may look different, but together, they help build stronger communities and create more opportunities for young people.

Today is a reminder that making a difference doesn’t always have to be something big, it can start by simply showing up for someone in your community. 💙

Swipe through to learn more about World Humanitarian Day and ways you can make a difference.

🍂 **Fall fun is just around the corner!** 🍎🎶Bring the whole family to the **Fall Harvest Festival** for a morning of out...
08/18/2026

🍂 **Fall fun is just around the corner!** 🍎🎶

Bring the whole family to the **Fall Harvest Festival** for a morning of outdoor games, live music, contests, snacks, and community fun! Have extra home-grown produce? Bring it along and swap with your neighbours. 🥔🍅

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Strathcona County FRN, 160 Festival Way, Sherwood Park
🎟️ **FREE — no registration required!**

Come celebrate the season, connect with the community, and enjoy some autumn fun together! 🍁

🌎💙 Happy International Youth Day!Young people everywhere have unique experiences, but they also share common hopes for t...
08/12/2026

🌎💙 Happy International Youth Day!

Young people everywhere have unique experiences, but they also share common hopes for the future—a sense of belonging, opportunities to grow, and communities where they can thrive.

This year's theme, "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations," reminds us that when we invest in young people, we invest in a brighter future for everyone.

Swipe through to discover ways you can celebrate and support youth in your community.

🧡 Today, we recognize the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples.This year's theme, "Honouring Indigenous M...
08/09/2026

🧡 Today, we recognize the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples.

This year's theme, "Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being," celebrates Indigenous midwives and the generations of knowledge, care, and cultural traditions that continue to strengthen families and communities.

At BBBS, we remain committed to learning, listening, and advancing Truth and Reconciliation while celebrating the strength, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples.

Swipe through to learn more and explore resources.

🌎❤️ Happy Alberta Heritage Day!Today, we celebrate the many cultures, traditions, and stories that make Alberta such a v...
08/03/2026

🌎❤️ Happy Alberta Heritage Day!

Today, we celebrate the many cultures, traditions, and stories that make Alberta such a vibrant place to call home. Heritage Day is an opportunity to learn from one another, celebrate our differences, and recognize the diversity that strengthens our communities.

If you're in Edmonton, consider visiting the Edmonton Heritage Festival, where you can experience food, music, dance, and traditions from around the world.

Swipe through for ideas on how to celebrate Heritage Day in your community!

This year's theme, "Honour the Past, Empower the Future," invites us to reflect on the history of slavery in Canada and ...
08/01/2026

This year's theme, "Honour the Past, Empower the Future," invites us to reflect on the history of slavery in Canada and the resilience, leadership, and contributions of Black communities—past and present.

Learning about our shared history helps us build a more inclusive future where every child, youth, and family feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Swipe through to learn more about Emancipation Day and discover resources to continue the conversation.

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