Waleed’s Story

Waleed’s Story Meet Waleed, a 21-year-old University student, who wanted to make a difference in his community. He was determined to make an impact in the life of a young person, and was inspired to get involved through hearing others’ stories. Waleed wanted to leave his mark; he wanted others to get involved through hearing […]

Read more

Michelle’s Story

Michelle’s Story As an adult, Michelle says she realizes there was a gap in her childhood growing up – She lacked having a mentor outside her immediate family. Michelle felt that having a female mentor could have benefitted her greatly, and this is ultimately what inspired Michelle to apply to volunteer with Big Brothers Big […]

Read more

Paul’s Story

Paul’s Story Having volunteered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Montreal since the 1970s, retiree Paul was looking for an opportunity that hit close to home. In his life, he has felt very fortunate with the support of his friends and family. He wanted to give back by volunteering and said it felt like a […]

Read more

Eboni’s Story

Eboni’s Story Former Little Eboni wanted to give back to the organization that made her dreams a reality. Being awarded The Centennial Scholarship through Big Brothers Big Sisters, she was able to attend Appleby College, a private school in Oakville. Without going to Appleby College, Eboni feels she wouldn’t be the person who she is […]

Read more

A Match Worth the Wait – Meet Little Brother Alex

In 2014, Little Brother Alex was enrolled in SOAR (Social Opportunities Activities and Relationships), a group program offered through Big Brothers Big Sisters for boys who are patiently awaiting a mentor. Just after his birthday in January of 2016, Alex got the phone call he was hoping for. He had been matched with a Big […]

Read more