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Program:
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Our Kids Count - Big Brothers Big Sisters - Thunder Bay - Game On
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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 an after school group mentoring program for boys and young men to help them make informed choices about healthy lifestyle practicesFacilitates physical activities and healthy eating support to teach life skills, communication, and emotional health discussions in the promotion of life-long healthy livingProgram is offered through seven 75-minute sessions with four extension modules
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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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Boys and male 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=158933
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