Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada

Mercedes-Benz Partners With Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada to Empower the Next Generation of Canadians through Mentorship

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Mercedes-Benz Canada is pleased to expand the widespread impact of the Driving Your Future program, which was introduced by Mercedes-Benz USA in 2022.

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  • Mercedes-Benz Canada is pleased to expand the widespread impact of the Driving Your Future program, which was introduced by Mercedes-Benz USA in 2022.
  • With Driving Your Future, Mercedes-Benz Canada will support Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) agencies nationwide with their growing need to identify mentors for Littles (mentees).
  • According to studies, mentorship significantly changes lives by fostering resilience, reinforcing the importance of BBBSC's movement in Canada.
  • Their bright future starts today," said Jill Zelmanovits, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada launches Mentorship Equals Campaign

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Toronto, ON, Sept. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This September, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada is calling for volunteers to become “Big” mentors.

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  • Toronto, ON, Sept. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This September, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada is calling for volunteers to become “Big” mentors.
  • The ‘Mentorship Equals’ campaign launched this month to engage adults over 18 to learn more about mentoring and their potential role in the equation.
  • Research shows that mentorship equals so many other things as well, like unlimited potential and opportunity,” says Jill Zelmanovits, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters Month is recognized across Canada to shine the light on the meaningful work that is carried out at more than 95 agencies in the BBBS network.

MONAT Global Donates Over $300,000 to Youth Education Programs From Sales of Too Grateful Feet Kit

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Global healthy-aging haircare, skincare and wellness innovator, MONAT Global Corp (MONAT), raised more than $300,000 for youth education programs through sales of the brand’s Too Grateful Feet Kit.

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  • Global healthy-aging haircare, skincare and wellness innovator, MONAT Global Corp (MONAT), raised more than $300,000 for youth education programs through sales of the brand’s Too Grateful Feet Kit.
  • 100% of the net proceeds will be donated through MONAT’s philanthropic arm, MONAT Gratitude Foundation, with beneficiaries including Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada.
  • "We are humbled and incredibly proud to see the overwhelming success of the Too Grateful Feet Kit campaign,” said Lu Urdaneta, MONAT Global chief culture officer and MONAT Gratitude Foundation CEO.
  • In 2022 alone, MONAT Gratitude Foundation donated more than $600,000 to more than 40 youth education programs across the globe.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada Welcomes Jill Zelmanovits as President and CEO

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Toronto, ON, Canada, Aug. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (Toronto, ON – August 9, 2023) – The National Board of Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada is delighted to announce that Jill Zelmanovits (she/her) will join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada as President and CEO, effective August 21, 2023.

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  • Toronto, ON, Canada, Aug. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (Toronto, ON – August 9, 2023) – The National Board of Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada is delighted to announce that Jill Zelmanovits (she/her) will join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada as President and CEO, effective August 21, 2023.
  • Jill brings over twenty years of not-for-profit leadership experience and a keen passion for supporting youth.
  • Jill is ideally positioned to lead the national team that serves the 96 BBBS member agencies whose staff and volunteers across Canada collectively support 26,435 young people to realize their full potential,” says Liz Falco, Chair, National Board of Directors, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada.
  • I arrive full of optimism in the strength of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada to enable uplifting mentoring relationships for youth across Canada.”

Go RVing Canada announces the Gift of Canada Contest

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Monday, November 7, 2022

We couldnt help but notice this trend of disconnection and dissatisfaction, said Chris Mahony, President of Go RVing Canada.

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  • We couldnt help but notice this trend of disconnection and dissatisfaction, said Chris Mahony, President of Go RVing Canada.
  • Now, Go RVing Canada wants to continue its mission of sharing the Gift of Canada by offering one lucky Canadian the chance to win the same experience as Ricky and Eve by entering the Gift of Canada contest.
  • The Go RVing Canada coalition was formed in 1997, and consists of RV manufacturers, RV dealers and campground operators in the multi-billion dollar Canadian RVing industry.
  • Go RVing Canada seeks to enhance consumer information and satisfaction with the RV experience, and to be the destination for everything RVing.

Jack.org and Born This Way Foundation Celebrate Be There Certificate During Lady Gaga's The Chromatica Ball Summer Stadium Tour Stop in Toronto

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Monday, August 8, 2022

The meeting brought together staff and youth from both organizations, including a pledge from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to support the Be There Certificate and promotion of the certificate at Lady Gagas Chromatica Ball Summer Stadium tour stop in Toronto.

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  • The meeting brought together staff and youth from both organizations, including a pledge from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to support the Be There Certificate and promotion of the certificate at Lady Gagas Chromatica Ball Summer Stadium tour stop in Toronto.
  • Since its launch, over 8,000 people have completed the Be There Certificate, available globally in English, French, and Spanish.
  • "Our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) is an integral part of Big Brothers Big Sisters values and mission.
  • We are proud to partner with Jack.org and Born This Way Foundation to bring the Be There Certificate program to our network.

Jack.org and Born This Way Foundation Celebrate Be There Certificate During Lady Gaga's The Chromatica Ball Summer Stadium Tour Stop in Toronto

Retrieved on: 
Monday, August 8, 2022

The meeting brought together staff and youth from both organizations, including a pledge from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to support the Be There Certificate and promotion of the certificate at Lady Gagas Chromatica Ball Summer Stadium tour stop in Toronto.

Key Points: 
  • The meeting brought together staff and youth from both organizations, including a pledge from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to support the Be There Certificate and promotion of the certificate at Lady Gagas Chromatica Ball Summer Stadium tour stop in Toronto.
  • Since its launch, over 8,000 people have completed the Be There Certificate, available globally in English, French, and Spanish.
  • "Our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) is an integral part of Big Brothers Big Sisters values and mission.
  • We are proud to partner with Jack.org and Born This Way Foundation to bring the Be There Certificate program to our network.

MONAT Global Donates More Than $300,000 to Youth Education and Mentorship Programs Across the Globe

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Friday, April 8, 2022

Global healthy-aging haircare, skincare and wellness innovator, MONAT Global Corp (MONAT) , raised more than $300,000 through sales of its limited-edition Pamper Me Duo, which included More than a Mist by MONAT and More than a Lather by MONAT, to support youth education and mentorship programs across the globe through.

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  • Global healthy-aging haircare, skincare and wellness innovator, MONAT Global Corp (MONAT) , raised more than $300,000 through sales of its limited-edition Pamper Me Duo, which included More than a Mist by MONAT and More than a Lather by MONAT, to support youth education and mentorship programs across the globe through.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220408005514/en/
    MONAT Global supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami by participating in the nonprofit's School to Work mentoring program to share career insights and workplace culture with at-risk youth.
  • MONAT was founded in 2014 to enter the multi-billion-dollar haircare market and provides groundbreaking opportunities through a novel Social Marketing approach to Direct Sales.
  • Leveraging a global network of community leaders, MONAT Global distributors, and partnerships with local organizations, MONAT Gratitude champions meaningful community service across the globe - bringing to life the foundations global vision with a local impact in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Ireland, Poland, Lithuania, Spain, and Australia.

MONAT Global Launches Pamper Me Duo to Support Youth Education and Mentorship Programs Across the Globe

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Global healthy-aging haircare, skincare and wellness innovator, MONAT Global Corp (MONAT) , has launched the limited-edition Pamper Me Duo to support youth education and mentorship programs across the globe.

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  • Global healthy-aging haircare, skincare and wellness innovator, MONAT Global Corp (MONAT) , has launched the limited-edition Pamper Me Duo to support youth education and mentorship programs across the globe.
  • The company is donating 100% of the net profits from the product, which includes More than a Mist by MONAT and More than a Lather by MONAT.
  • The duo retails for $28 USD / $34 CAD and is available now through Feb. 28 or while supplies last.
  • MONAT Gratitude partners with innovative nonprofit organizations in communities around the world that support efforts under its three pillars: families, children, and education.

Merrell® Launches 'Shared Steps' Challenge With Big Brothers Big Sisters To Help Youth Experience The Simple Power Of Being Outside

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Twelve Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies will win additional cash prizes and Merrell gear for BBBS volunteers and families.

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  • Twelve Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies will win additional cash prizes and Merrell gear for BBBS volunteers and families.
  • Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States.
  • The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters provides one-on-one and group mentoring services for more than 40,000 children and youth in 1,100 communities across Canada.