Mentor (Ototema for Youth in Conflict with the Law)
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| Organization Name: | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg |
| Address: | 532 Ellice Avenue Winnipeg MB R3B 1Z2 |
| Website: | http://www.bigwinnipeg.com/en/Home/default.aspx |
| Organizational Description: | Established in 1969, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg is a registered charity located on Treaty One Territory in the heart of Downtown Winnipeg. For over 50 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg has facilitated youth mentoring programs that inspire and power children and youth to reach their potential, both as individuals and citizens. Our individual (one-on-one) and group mentoring programs provide youth with a mentor, friend, and role model, establishing a unique and life-changing relationship. In turn, youth develop their minds to overcome adversities such as detrimental living conditions, family violence, declining mental health, school issues and identity challenges. With the guidance and support of a mentor, these risks can be reduced or even avoided, and youth are%u202Freminded they can be anything they dream of being. We are a part of a nationally recognized Federation comprised of 95 member agencies servicing more than 1,100 communities across Canada. Together, we mobilize over 21,300 volunteers who, in turn, mentor 41,700+ children and young people. That is roughly 2.2 million volunteer hours recorded each year. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 3488 |
| Description of Duties: | Ototema is a program about friendship and restorative justice. You will be matched in a one-to-one relationship with a youth in conflict with the law, or at-risk of becoming formally involved. This program encourages youth to get involved with their communities, and ultimately make better choices by showing them why their community cares. |
| Skills Required: | Be 18 years of age or above |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Improve experience surrounding youth mentorship and engagement |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Evening , Weekend 2 to 4 hours per week during evenings or weekends for a minimum commitment of one year. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - Downtown |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | General Populace |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Supervision Training/Orientation By request |
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| Closing Date: | Dec 31, 2026 |
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