Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halton holds special events monthly, in order to provide children on our waiting list the opportunity to participate in a recreational activity on a regular basis. We want them to feel part of the agency while they wait for a 1:1 match.

These events also provide a time for socialization with peers in a group setting and a chance for children to experience community based opportunities.  Our monthly special events may include swimming, skating, crafts and other special outings.

Recreational Volunteers are men and women who commit 3-4 hours once a month to a group activity that usually takes on a weekend. Volunteers accompany one or two Little Sister(s) or Little Brother(s) to the monthly special event.

The Recreational Volunteer gets to spend time with a number of children for a few hours per month at an outing planned and organized by trained staff.

Group Recreational Volunteers must complete the Big Brother or Big Sister application and training process.

We are grateful to so many corporate, community funders and residents for their ongoing support to our programs.

Group Recreation is partially funded by United Way of Oakville, Milton and Halton Hills as well as by Oakville Community Foundation, Kiwanis Club of Oakville, Gear Foundation and by community donors.

Stories and Testimonials: 2011

Glen Eden: My Big and I went to Glen Eden for a snow tubing day - what fun.  We climbed the hill so many times, I thought my legs would fall off but flying down the hill was so much fun....I felt like a plane!  I had hot chocolate after.  I never came here before and I hope I can come again.  (A grateful Little). This event was partially funded by Gear Foundation.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park: This summer I went on my first overnight camping trip with Big Brothers Big Sisters at Bronte Provincial Park - it was fun. I got to help pitch a tent, build a campfire and make Smores! It rained at night, but it was fun telling stories in the tent with my Big.  The next day, we went swimming and hiking and did a treasure hunt.....(a grateful Little). This event was partially funded by Oakville Community Foundation.