News

12/11/26

When Iluta moved to Canada from Latvia, she was excited to begin a new chapter in her life, but she also found herself missing the people and connections she’d left...

29/10/26

From a badminton court in Calgary to the streets of New York City, two inspiring individuals are showing us that when passion meets purpose, incredible things can happen. At Big...

13/10/26

When you picture mentorship, you probably imagine two people: a young person and a caring adult, building a relationship that can change a life. And you’d be right. But that’s...

09/10/26

For Yusuf and Tyler, a day on the golf course became the beginning of something much bigger. For three years, Yusuf waited for a mentor. He knew what having a...

29/07/26

When Eason was matched with his Big Brother, Ben, he wasn’t looking for someone to change his life—he was simply hoping for a positive male role model. Raised in a...

24/07/26

This November, our Chief Strategy Officer, Sarah Hughes, will take on one of the world’s most iconic races: the New York City Marathon. While 42.2 kilometers through the streets of...

22/07/26

Mr. David Pickersgill (February 5, 1940 – July 9, 2026) Big Brothers Big Sisters family learned of the passing of David Pickersgill—a remarkable leader, mentor, philanthropist, volunteer, and advocate whose unwavering commitment...

01/05/26

National Volunteer Week may have wrapped, but the impact of mentorship carries on every single day. Behind every match is a story—of connection, growth, and showing up when it matters...

07/04/26

What Success Looks Like At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area, success isn’t always captured in numbers. It’s found in confidence built, relationships strengthened, and young people stepping...

02/04/26

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area is inviting runners of all levels to take part in a new community fundraising initiative, Big Team, as part of the 2026...