Game On!
Eat Smart, Play Smart!
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. Program enrollment occurs on a rolling basis throughout the year, depending on program priority, availability and timing. We welcome you to submit an inquiry, and a member of our team will contact you with further details.
You are also welcome to email our enrollment team with any questions you have at info.wr@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. We appreciate your patience during this time.
“I like to win but even if I don’t, it’s fun to get to play a little bit more, and my Big is good at everything!”
— Game On! Little
“It’s fun to get to play and feel like a kid again!”
— Game On! Volunteer
“We get to play games that we like, but we also talk about things that I don’t really talk about anywhere else!”
— Game On! Little
Step 1: General Information
Game On! group programs are designed for boys ages 11-14 and provides them with information to help make informed choices about healthy, active living. The goal of the program is that participants develop self-esteem, healthy eating habits and be physically active.
Volunteer Commitment: 2 hours/week | 7 weeks
You will lead a group of 8-12 students alongside another volunteer. Each session takes place on school property during the school day and focuses on promoting healthy living. Program manuals and training are provided.
Through regular outings, a relationship is developed between the Mentors and the children, built on trust and common interests, and is supported by our experienced Program Coordinators. The result is a life-changing experience for both the volunteer Mentors and children.
Our volunteers are caring adults, with various skill sets and a range of experience working with children. Volunteers are extensively screened, receive training regarding child safety, and are supported through consistent contact with Program Coordinators.
The Game On! Program strives to:
- promote healthy living and openly discuss current issues facing boys and young men
- build appreciation for the benefits of healthy eating habits
- promote physical exercise through the use of non-traditional activities
- instill respect for socio-economic, ethno-cultural and racial diversity
- encourage leadership skills and independent thinking
- and above all, make a difference.
Change a young boy’s life today apply now. Imagine who they will become because of you!
Step 2: Requirements
To become a Game On! Mentor, you must be:
- Age 18 or older, and self-identify as Male
- Live, work or reside in Waterloo region
- Able to commit to 2 hours per week for 7 weeks
- Have weekday daytime availability
- Interested in developing a positive friendship with youth aged 12-14
Step 3: How it Works
Inquiry Form
Please complete the online inquiry form. You will be contacted by a member of our Intake Team within 5-7 business days regarding next steps.
Eligibility
Someone from our Intake Team will follow up to determine program eligibility. If eligible, you will receive an email with a link to our online application.
Online Application & References
Once you receive the link to the online application, please complete the form. You will be asked to provide references in the application. Please ensure they are aware you have listed them as a reference as we will be following up as soon as the application is received. We will require a vulnerable sector/employment, family, significant other (if applicable) and a personal reference.
Pre-Match Training
You will be added to our learning management system to complete mandatory program specific training. This must be completed prior to matching in an agency program.
Police Check
You will receive a downloadable letter via our learning management system and instructions for completing your Vulnerable Sector Police Check. Police Checks and references must be completed before an interview can be scheduled.
Interview
Once the above steps are complete, an agency Program Coordinator will contact you to book a time to complete the Interview and Pre-Match Training review.
Acceptance
If accepted as a volunteer, you will receive confirmation from the agency along with information about the matching process.
Step 4: Inquire Now!
Thank you for wanting to volunteer your time to youth in need of a Mentor. We look forward to meeting you and working together to ensure that all youth have the chance to reach their potential.
Inquiry & Application Information:
- Please do not exit out of this browser, otherwise you will lose all your work.
- Once complete, hit submit a member of our Intake Team will follow up.
- Questions? Call 519-745-0180 ext. 201 or email info@bbbswr.org
- As part of the application process, we require references who are over the age of 18. Please ensure that you have informed your references that we will be contacting them and encourage them to check their email (including junk mail folder) for the reference email.
- Full reference instructions are on the application to ensure the right contact is provided. You will be provided with a link to the online application if you are eligible for programming. Note, a vulnerable sector reference must be someone you’ve reported to and cannot be a family member.
Start Your Inquiry!
