JOURNEY TO BECOME A MENTOR
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area. Ready to start and want to learn more about the process of becoming a mentor, follow the road map below!
Big Chat
We’re so happy you are interested in mentoring! Please click the link below to provide us with some quick information so a BBBS team member can connect with you to chat about program options and keep your journey moving.
Start NowBig Profile
Our BBBS team will provide you with a link to complete your full application so that we can learn more about you!
Apply Here
MENTORING101
This online orientation from the Alberta Mentoring Partnership prepares you to start your journey as a mentor. Click the button below to create an account and complete your orientation.
Start NowBIG SUPPORTERS
This is when we will connect with the references you provided in your application.
We require 3 references:1 significant other or family member reference1 personal reference (not a family member)1 employer, previous volunteer experience (with children) or teacher/professor reference
Big Fundamentals
This 2-3 hour training session will equip you with the tools to be confident as you start your mentoring journey.
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1. A Police Check or RCMP Check
2. Intervention Record Check
BIG BIO
Your mentoring interview! At this point, we will schedule time to get to know you better so that we can match you with a young person in a positive mentoring relationship.
BIG EXTRAS
A copy of your Car Insurance (must have coverage of at least $1,000,000). A home assessment (if deemed necessary at interview).
YOU ARE A BIG DEAL!
Congratulations!!! Mentoring with BBBS is a great fit for you and you are now ready to help make a BIG impact for a young person!
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Lets start mentoring!
Mentoring FAQ
Have a question? Checkout our FAQ below!
What is the time commitment?
Mentors and mentees spend as little as one hour per week for one year.
How Will I be supported during my journey?
You will have a Mentoring Coordinator from the agency supporting your mentoring relationship for the full duration. Our job is to support you, your mentee, and their families should there by any obstacles that arise but also to celebrate all your successes with you!
Can you give me a better understanding of the role of being a mentor?
By having consistent visits that focus around shared interests, you are building a rapport between you and your mentee that will help create a developmental relationship.