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Program:
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Our Kids Count - Big Brothers Big Sisters - Thunder Bay - Big Sisters Mentoring
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Phone Numbers:
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807-623-0292
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Fax:
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807-623-1530
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Address:
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704 McKenzie St
Thunder Bay, ON
P7C 3L4
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Location:
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- Located at McKenzie St within the Family Resource Centre/Our Kids Count in S ward of Thunder Bay
- Closest intersection is at McKenzie St and Simpson St
- Situated behind Circle K Convenience Store
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Brianne Maxwell - Big Brothers Big Sisters Coordinator
807-620-6839 * brianne@ourkidscount.ca
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Service Description:
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Provides girls and young women with a role model to share companionship with through regular outings, usually twice per monthPromotes the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peersEncourages leadership skills and independent thinkingRequires mentors to make a minimum one year commitment
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Fees:
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None; Some incidental expenses may be incurred during outings; Volunteers must pay for police background check
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Application:
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- Call or email for more information
- Thorough screening process required for volunteers, including vulnerable sector screen, criminal records check, interview, medical clearance and reference checks
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Girls and female youth between 7-17 years of age
Volunteers
- Individuals 18 years of age and older interested in becoming a mentor
- Thorough screening check required
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay
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Last Updated:
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4/1/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=158930
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