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Big Steps to Success Mentoring Program

GUIDED BY EXPERIENCE, EMPOWERED FOR THE FUTURE

Mentoring a young person in the Big Steps to Success program gives you the opportunity to provide guidance and support to youth aged 6-24 who have experienced foster care or adoption. As a mentor, you will be a role model and friend. Someone who shares a similar child welfare experience—who truly understands their journey—helping young people navigate challenges, and discover their potential. 

As a mentor, you will be part of a program that strives to: 

  • Provide a relatable role model and a supportive friend who understands the complexities of being fostered or adopted; 
  • Promote the value of education, emotional resilience, and healthy relationships; 
  • Build self-confidence, trust, and the skills to navigate life’s challenges and make empowered decisions; 
  • Inspiring leadership, personal growth and the ability to make choices that shape their future; 
  • Above all, creating lasting change and meaningful connections that foster healing and hope. 

Many of our mentors describe this experience as life changing—not just for the young people they mentor, but for themselves as well. 

HOW DOES IT WORK? 

The Big Steps to Success mentoring program requires one regularly scheduled outing per week (lasting 2 to 4 hours), with a minimum commitment of one year. 

These consistent meetups allow you to strengthen your relationship with your mentee, and support their growth with trust and shared experiences. Mentors are supported throughout the process by experienced caseworkers, ensuring your success every step of the way. 

To learn more about becoming a mentor, volunteering, or donating to Big Steps to Success, please contact us today. 

Please review the steps below and complete the online inquiry form here.

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Are you a former youth in care (Kinship, foster care)?
Are you an adoptee?
Are you a transracial adoptee?
Are you a transnational adoptee?
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The Enrolment Coordinator will follow up within 2-3 business days. 

Submitting this inquiry form does not constitute an application for a mentorship position. You will be required to complete a formal application process, including a background check and additional screening steps. 

Our application process is simple and welcoming, so if you are ready to make a difference, complete the information below. 

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