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On Saturday, October 18, Jumbo Plumbing brought the community together for an action-packed afternoon at Adrenaline Paintball, hosting the first-ever Plumbers Paintball Challenge in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Thomas-Elgin.   The event welcomed local plumbers and community supporters for a thrilling day of team-based paintball battles, laughter, and camaraderie all for a […]

For over 5 years, Nathan and Landon have shared a friendship that has brightened our community and shown the true power of mentorship. What started as a match through Big Brothers Big Sisters has grown into a lifelong bond built on laughter, guidance, and trust. Their story is a reminder that when caring adults step […]

Join the Movement. Support Local Youth. September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month—and we need your help.   This fall, we’re inviting businesses across St. Thomas and Elgin County to Turn the Town Teal in support of youth mentorship. By decorating your storefront, office, or workplace teal, you’ll help raise awareness about the urgent need [...]

  This past July, Geerlinks Home Hardware and Port Stanley Home Hardware once again showed their incredible commitment to the community—and to the kids served by Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Thomas-Elgin. For the entire month, both stores collected donations at the till, raising an amazing $1,272.31 thanks to the generosity of their customers. […]

MEDIA RELEASE April 22, 2025     Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Thomas-Elgin Celebrates $148,700 OTF Grant from Ontario Government     St. Thomas, ON – Local MPP Rob Flack met with the team at Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of St. Thomas-Elgin to celebrate a $148,700 Resilient Communities Fund grant they received from […]