Big Sisters Association of Sault Ste Marie
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| Record #: SSM0528 |
Last Modified: 19 Jul 2010 |
Last Full Update: 03 May 2010 |
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| Description & Services |
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| Description | Enhances the confidence, self-esteem and well-being of girls through supportive friendships with caring mentors
Offers monthly events for Big and Little Sisters
Plans activities for girls waiting to be matched
Arranges additional education events throughout the year
Organizes workshops and offers support to assist Big Sisters in their roles as volunteers
Provides opportunities to strengthen the community
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| Hours | Office Manager on Site 9 - 2, Mon, Tue and Wed
Call ahead to schedule appointment with ED |
| Areas Served | Sault Ste Marie |
| Boundaries | Surrounding areas within the city limits |
| Eligibility | Little Sisters: ages 7-16 yrs who will benefit from a friendship outside of her home
Big Sisters: 19 yrs and older who are open, honest and caring of others
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| Application | Includes an initial meeting with the Executive Director, Police check for all volunteers, and orientation process
Letters of Reference required
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| Fees | Program - Some incidental expenses may be incurred during outings |
| Languages | English |
| Contact Information |
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| Address | 369 Queen St E, Ste 104
Sault Ste Marie P6A 1Z4
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| Located In Community | Sault Ste Marie |
| Intersection | Queen St E & Elgin St |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
| Office Phone | 705-942-1139 |
| Fax | 705-942-4388 |
| E-Mail | bigsisters.ssm@shawbiz.ca |
| Website | www.bsssm.ca |
| Primary Executive | Candace Pyette, Executive Director |
| Alternate Executive | Dianne Gapp, Office Manager, Email: dgapp@shawbiz.ca |
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| Print Material | Brochures |
| Funding | Fundraising ; United Way - Sault Ste Marie & district |
| Service Level | (50) Non Profit ; (80) United Way |
