In 2025, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada teamed up with Rogers Communications to support over 400 Teen Mentoring matches across 25 Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies nationwide.
This investment created spaces for youth to build meaningful relationships during one of the most formative times in their lives. The fact is, when youth facing adversity experience strong developmental relationships, they can build stronger social-emotional skills, mental wellbeing, and increased engagement in education.
Through the Teen Mentoring program, youth were able to connect with mentors in a way that enabled trust, belonging, and growth. The impact is clear: 92% of mentees formed meaningful relationships with their mentor, and 91% reported improved self-esteem.
"It got my grades up. Now I have a person to speak to, and I feel more confident about high school." - Teen Mentoring Youth Participant
One youth participant shared, “It got my grades up. Now I have a person to speak to, and I feel more confident about high school.” Having a safe, non-judgmental space to talk and connect with someone allows youth to feel more prepared as they move through the next phase of high school and beyond.
Mentors, too, built empathy, leadership skills, and a deeper understanding of their ability to impact someone’s life. The impact goes far beyond the classroom. Having even one consistent, caring person to look up to during some of the most pivotal years of a young person’s life can shape their future. Rogers’ support helped make these life-changing relationships possible.
We need to continue the momentum. Mentorship connects. Your support makes that happen.
