Connection is a Mental Health Lifeline

Connection is a Mental Health Lifeline

By Susan IngramExecutive Director, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ottawa Before most of us knew the word mentorship, we experienced it. For many people, there was someone who helped shape the direction of their life long before they fully understood the impact that...
Mentor of the Month, Teagan: Guiding with Heart

Mentor of the Month, Teagan: Guiding with Heart

In only about five months, Teagan has already made a meaningful impact through mentorship, bringing heart, authenticity, and unwavering support to her match. For Teagan, being a mentor means being someone her mentee can lean on and trust—someone who shows up no matter...
Womor’s Journey: Beyond Her Wildest Dreams

Womor’s Journey: Beyond Her Wildest Dreams

For Womor, getting involved with BBBSO started as an adventure—and grew into something far more meaningful. While she has been in an active mentor-mentee match for just over a year, her connection to BBBSO spans nearly two years, beginning with her participation in...