Kerry Lynn Grozinger recently applied to be a Big Sister in our match program. While going through the enrollment process, she was asked to write an article for her church. We are very excited to share Kerry Lynn's perspective with you regarding her decision to become a Big Sister.

As our judges, coaches, printers, designers and eager competitors gather at United Way/Centraide Ottawa for the big Apprenticeship launch anticipation heightened as the five groups presented their incredible fundraising ideas.

We are always excited to hear stories from our matches and even more thrilled to have Metro Ottawa support Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa (BBBSO) mentoring programs by taking the time learn more about David and Brandon's match.

 A pirate-dressed crew of Bigs and Littles went on a grand ‘ol pirate ship adventure near Mooney's Bay over the weekend.

 Durant la fin de semaine, une bande de Grands et de Petits habillés en pirates ont vécu toute une aventure sur un vieux vaisseau pirate aux abords de la baie Mooney.

The big Apprenticeship, Season 3 is coming to Living in Ottawa on October 10, 2008 on CBC. Ottawa's guide to living it up in the city is back in its third season on CBC television.

Thirty high school students from coast to coast are the winners of the CIBC Youthvision Scholarship valued at up to $34,000 each. We are thrilled to have five of our own Littles receive this tremendous scholarship.

The big Apprenticeship deadline is drawing near. Students don't miss your chance at a paid internship.

Trente élèves d'écoles secondaires de partout au pays ont remporté la bourse Vision Jeunesse de CIBC, d'une valeur de 34 000 $. Nous sommes très heureux de compter cinq de nos Petits parmi les lauréats de cette bourse exceptionnelle.

For almost 10 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa (BBBSO) has seen consistent growth in our InSchool Mentoring Programs. Volunteers in these programs mentored 509 children from all four school boards last school year. This year, we are excited to have the opportunity to serve more children thanks a grant received by the Ontario Minister of Education.