The Circle
Provided by: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saskatoon and Area
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Service Description
Pairs youth seeking support, with understanding adult mentors who create positive impact by listening, guiding, and inspiring resiliency.
- Youth may be matched one-on-one to mentors or in a group setting.
- Mentors are 18 years of age or older.
Eligibility
Youth 10-18 years of age with at least four of the 10 following criteria:
1) Economic adversity/living in poverty
2) Exposure to violence in the family or community
3) Not engaged in education/not in school
4) Peer difficulties
5) Mental health issues
6) Substance misuse
7) Contact with the police
8) In care or history of child welfare involvement
9) Indigenous (FNMI)
10) Other marginalized or racialized minority.
Volunteer Mentors: 18 years of age or older.
Fees
No cost.
Business Line: 306-244-8197 ext 237
Hours of Operation
Matches meet at a mutually convenient time.
Casework staff is available from Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Service Website
saskatoon.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/what-we-do/our-programs/the-circle/
www.facebook.com/BBBSSaskatoon
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www.instagram.com/bbbssaskatoon/
brandon.bear@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
Coverage Area
Saskatoon and surrounding area
Languages Offered
English
BBBS Saskatoon and Area
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters/Big Siblings
- Big Buddy
- Big Steps to Success
- Couples Match
- In-School Mentoring
- PRISM
- The Circle
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Staff is available from Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Staff have primarily been working from home during COVID. Please call to arrange an appointment.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access - call for details or special appointment required.
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