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We believe every child should have the opportunity to reach his or her full potential, both as individuals and citizens –that by doing so, they will not only do well, they will also do good. Serving as role models, our mentors teach by example the importance of giving and giving back, of staying in school, and of having respect for family, peers and community. Each time we pair a child with a mentor or introduce a group of students to an in-school program, we start something incredible – a life-changing relationship built on friendship, trust and empowerment. Witnessing the transformation of a child into a confident, concerned and motivated young person is a remarkable thing. Ushering them into adulthood, seeing them grow into a successful, responsible member of their community and society at large is even more satisfying. We are Big Brothers Big Sisters and we believe in the value and values of mentoring.

Chilliwack Hospice has been in operation since 1986 and is a registered non profit charitable society. The Hospice Society is a partner in delivering the services of the Chilliwack Palliative Care Program. Hospice is a philosophy of holistic care providing comfort care to meet the physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of dying people and their families. Hospice care is all about treating terminally ill people as living human beings so they can live until their last moment with caring and respect. Chilliwack Hospice Society's Core Values We believe that every person has worth and a right to be treated with gentleness and respect. We believe that ever person has the potential to experience hope, wonder and joy. We believe that diversity and inclusiveness are vital to the strength of our organization. We believe that the strength of relationships in our organization is based on trust and open communication.

We're part of an organization that spans the world and provides an opportunity every two years to bring the various groups together in a friendly Contest of Seamanship. The youth involved in the program learn to row and sail a 38’ captain’s gig, building a team, making new friendships, a new understanding and trust that develops them in to ambassadors representing their country. Throughout the world, programs like the one in Canada offer opportunities for youth to continually learn to adapt and overcome each challenge they encounter along their course. Skills are developed through participants exploring their personal boundaries, both physically and mentally in a controlled and safe manner. Each year, we offer training opportunities to youth from across Canada in our programs and to develop new skills. The majority of these programs have been in Ontario although youth travel around the world to participate with other member organizations.

The goal for the Centre is to provide a fully accessible location for Precious Minds' camps, programs, parent resources & workshops. We are a community facility for other agencies, associations and community groups to offer their programs. Currently Grandview’s Preschool Speech and Language Program and Autism Ontario – Durham Region house offices and therapy space at the Centre. Programs Offered • Children andYouth Programs – we offer a full range of after-school, summer and Saturday programs for children and youth. • Family Support Programs - Precious Minds holds monthly support group meetings for parents and professionals. The Parent Lounge and Resource Library are home to current and trusted research on related subjects. • Financial Assistance Programs - Precious Minds offers financial assistance to families to help with the unexpected costs of assessments, specialized equipment, therapies and tutoring. Please visit our website www.preciousminds.com

We serve newcomers in St. James Town in eastern Toronto. We count more than twenty cultures among our friends and neighbours supporting their energy, their hopes and their desire to help themselves and their families realize their aspirations and in so doing contribute to Canada. Neighbours who have lived through similar challenges are the most effective people to support newcomers. They assist the process of adaptation. We use a “NEIGHBOURS HELPING NEIGHBOURS” approach creating Community Assistants - familiar and trusted community residents from many cultures trained to help their neighbours. We use a combination of training and supervision to develop capable Community Assistants inviting resource people in as needed. We have successfully used professionals to transfer their knowledge and skills to local residents. Community Assistants now support over 500 newcomer families in the community

The vision of CoSA-Ottawa is encapsulated by the twin mottoes: No More Victims and No One is Disposable. Three to five trained and screened volunteers are assigned to work with one ‘core member’, forming a ‘circle’. They support and hold him accountable on a regular basis for a minimum period of one year, meeting as a group and individually. Volunteers help him find ways to meet his practical needs and goals, celebrate successes and challenge any problematic decisions or attitudes that may lead to reoffending. The key to the program’s success is the trust that develops through frank discussion between them and the volunteers' role modelling of pro-social lifestyle and effective coping strategies. Each Circle is guided by a Covenant, a written agreement, that outlines the responsibilities and expectations of all involved. Although CoSA is a cost-effective approach to public safety and reintegration, it is essential to fund staff to oversee the safe operations of the circles.

Bissell Centre takes a holistic approach to addressing the root issues surrounding poverty and homelessness. Our programs and services are hinged on the principle that building respectful, trusting relationships helps deal with the core issues of a person in poverty. Bissell engages with our community members to learn who they are, what their unique barriers are and provide the resources necessary to emerge out of poverty and reconnect with their hope. Programs work with one another to address the many daily and long-term issues such as hunger, education, employment, safety, housing and mental health. Our services include: • Drop-In Centre and Emergency Support • Housing Program • Inner City Victims Services • Women's & Parenting Programs • Child Care • Employment Skills Training • Casual Labour Program • Hunger & Nutrition Aid • Fetal Alcohol Spectrum of Services • Recreation & Wellness Please visit us at: www.bissellcentre.org Thank-you for your generosity.

In 1898, as a chapter of a national organization, we set out to provide home care nursing services in Montreal, Quebec. In 2006 we flourished into an independent, locally based organization under a new name. Our name is the only thing that changed. We stayed true to our roots as are liable organization that has helped people in Montréal for well over a century. The people, services and commitment to the community that our clients have come to trust over the years remain the same. NOVA Montreal provides: •Respite and assistance with activities of daily living to caregivers of people who suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, strokes, cancer and frail health; •In-home nursing; •In-home respite for parents of children with special needs; •Health care, support and counseling to street youth; •Palliative care; •Foot care clinics.

Since 1986 the CCS has been dedicated to preventing harm and neglect to children and building strong families through support services, respite programs and crisis nurseries. We are a trusted source of support with over 150 staff in three locations offering programs and services to clients across Calgary and surrounding areas. In our 27 year history our core programs have helped over 57,000 vulnerable children, including over 2,300 children and 1,500 families in 2013. Our clients are as diverse as the city we serve. Families from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds reach out to us. The CCS offers non-judgemental programs and services aimed at helping our clients through a crisis regardless of what their circumstances may be. We believe that asking for help is a sign of strength and we aim to work collaboratively with local agencies to ensure families are provided with the best services and resources to meet their needs.

FRFA is a registered charity dedicated to bettering the lives of the street cats and kittens that have no place to call home. We provide rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing for stray, feral, lost, abandoned and abused felines. All rescued cats and kittens are vetted, spayed/neutered, vaccinated and ID tattooed prior to adoption. The ill, injured and abused receive the necessary veterinary care to restore their health and the compassionate care needed to restore their trust in people. We are a No-Kill foundation that believes in prevention as the most humane and cost effective means of reducing critical cat overpopulation and the subsequent misery. FRFA provides spay/neuter assistance to low income cat owners (please see our Pay What You Can Spay/Neuter Fund). The majority of problems that plague the cat population are due to critical overpopulation. In a 7 year span the exponential growth resulting from of 1 breeding pair of cats will be an additional 450,000 kittens born.

We strive to help children, teens, and families create wonderful summer camp memories in a setting of astounding natural beauty. Our registration fees are at an affordable level, so they do not cover all our costs. We appreciate your assistance and partnership in this ministry. TEEN PROGRAM We are especially excited this summer to offer a series of canoe camps, where teens will learn the basics of canoeing and wilderness camping. It is wonderful sitting around a campfire after a good day of paddling! Teens in this program will develop a high sense of self esteem and confidence. They often become the trusted adults and leaders of tomorrow in our churches and communities. PROGRAMS for CHILDREN Lutherlyn was founded on a program of children's camps.This continues to be our greatest tradition. Children develop a relationship with God, and learn to live in harmony with each other and with nature. We have started a scholarship fund for higher staff training. Thank you for your help!

Since 1960, Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland has been making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable girls by providing them with positive, female mentors. Serving the Greater Vancouver area, we are an accredited member agency of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada, with solid commitments to mentoring and child safety. Our Little Sisters are girls between the ages of 7-17 who may be suffering from low self-esteem or social isolation as a result of poverty, family distress, recent immigration or other life challenges. Serving as role models, our volunteer mentors teach by example the importance of giving and giving back, of staying in school, and of having respect for family, peers and community. We offer 3 mentoring programs: Big Sisters, Study Buddy, and Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds. Each time we pair a child with a mentor, we start a life-changing relationship built on friendship, trust and empowerment.