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In-School Mentoring

Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Vancouver, BC, Canada
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    One-hour, once per week, flexible weekdays between 10am and 3pm for the duration or remainder of the school year.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    No prior experience working with children necessary. FREE training is provided!
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/

    Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our In-School Mentoring Program pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with.

    Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year.

    Apply by Feb 1, 2026 to volunteer for this school year!

    Our Big Buddies are

    • Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.
    • Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with.
    • Available 1 hour per week during school hours (weekdays between 10am and 3pm).

    Our Little Buddies are

    • Students grade 1 to 7 nominated by teachers, staff or by themselves.
    • Children who could use a bit of extra 1-on-1 attention, need to build confidence, or may have trouble connecting with peers.

    Locations:

    Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver

    Benefits

    • Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.
    • Make a positive impact on the community.
    • Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.
    • Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.
    • Greater productivity at work or school.
    • Make a new friend!

    Note: we do not provide VISAS or support documents to travel into Canada. Volunteers must be currently living in Greater Vancouver to be eligible volunteer.

    Questions? Email our team at volunteer@bbgvf.com or inquire here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/

    Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more here!

    Watch our video to learn more: A Day in the Life of an In-School Mentor

    Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/

    Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our In-School Mentoring Program pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with.

    Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year.

    Apply by Feb 1, 2026 to volunteer for this school year!

    Our Big Buddies are

    • Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.
    • Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with.
    • Available 1 hour per week during school hours (weekdays between 10am and 3pm).

    Our Little Buddies are…

    Location

    On-site

    Greater Vancouver

    Vancouver, BC, Canada

    Apply to This Volunteer Opportunity

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