Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island

06/17/2026

Testimonial Tuesday 💛

Sometimes the smallest moments make the biggest impact.

Having a trusted mentor to listen, spend time together, and simply show up can help a young person feel valued, supported, and confident.

This is the power of mentoring. One caring relationship can help a child feel seen, heard, and connected.

Thank you to our incredible volunteer mentors for making a difference in the lives of local children and youth every day.

Interested in becoming a mentor? We’d love to hear from you!

50 Kids. 50 Doors. One Community.
Open a Door, Change a Life.
Learn more at open50doors.ca

06/05/2026

🚪 Door #3 is open!

Thank you to the Rotaract Club of Nanaimo for helping open another door for local youth through our 50 Doors Campaign.

Every door helps create mentoring opportunities for children and youth across Central Vancouver Island.

3 of 50 doors opened. 47 to go.

50 Doors. 50 Kids. One Community.
Open a Door. Change a Life.
Learn more at open50doors.ca

06/05/2026

A BIG thank you to Freshslice Pizza for helping us celebrate the end of another In-School Mentoring season! 🍕

Throughout the school year, mentors and mentees build connections, confidence, and meaningful relationships. Celebrating those moments together is an important part of recognizing all they have accomplished.

We are grateful to community partners like Freshslice Pizza who help make these experiences possible and support local young people in our community.

Thank you for helping us end the school year with full hearts and full plates. 💙
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06/04/2026

Many people think mentoring requires special skills, endless free time, or having all the answers.

The truth is that meaningful mentoring often starts with something much simpler: showing up, listening, and being a consistent presence in a young person’s life.

Across Central Vancouver Island, local youth are waiting for mentors who can help them build confidence, connection, and a sense of belonging.

Could that person be you?

50 Kids. 50 Doors. One Community.
Open a Door. Change a Life.
Learn more at open50doors.ca

06/02/2026

🌈 Everyone deserves a place where they feel safe, supported, and accepted.

This Pride Month, we’re celebrating the importance of belonging and recognizing the many voices, experiences, and identities that make our communities stronger.

At BBBSCVI, we believe every young person deserves to be valued for who they are and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Because when young people know they belong, they can thrive.

Happy Pride Month 💛

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

Mentorship starts long before two people are matched.

It takes planning, community support, volunteer coordination, and ongoing guidance to help relationships grow and succeed.

That’s what the 50 Doors Campaign is helping make possible across Central Vancouver Island.

Open a Door. Change a Life.
50 Doors. 50 Kids. One Community.
Learn more at: open50doors.ca

05/26/2026

Mentorship is built through everyday moments.

Conversations, encouragement, shared experiences, and simply knowing someone is in your corner can help a young person grow in confidence.

Interested in becoming a mentor? Reach out to BBBSCVI to learn more.
📧[email protected]

Open a Door, Change a Life.
50 Doors. 50 Kids. One Community.
Learn more at: open50doors.ca

05/21/2026

Mentoring is one of the most meaningful ways to support a young person in your community.

By volunteering as a mentor, you can help build confidence, connection, and opportunity for local youth.

If you have ever thought about becoming a mentor, we would love to hear from you.

Learn more about volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island by visiting our website or contacting our team at: [email protected]

Open a Door. Change a Life.
50 Doors. 50 Kids. One Community.
Learn more at: open50doors.ca