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Bigs and Littles: More than 60 kids are looking for a Big Brother/Sister

By Anna Rutherford

Jordan is a youngster who is waiting to be matched with a Big Brother through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colchester. He loves sports and is hoping to find a kind Big to just fun with. CONTRIBUTED
Jordan is a youngster who is waiting to be matched with a Big Brother through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colchester. He loves sports and is hoping to find a kind Big to just fun with. CONTRIBUTED

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TRURO, N.S. — Everyone, meet Jordan.

He is one of the Little Brothers on the Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Colchester waitlist. He’s hoping the right Big Brother will come along soon. Jordan is a total sports fan, especially hockey.

He answered a few questions for the organization so it could share a little bit about just how awesome this guy is!

BBBS: What are your favorite things to do?

Jordan: “Play hockey, play pool, and swim.”

BBBS: What excites you about having a Big Brother?

Jordan: “Having a new friend to play sports with and have fun.”

BBBS: What would you like to do with a Big Brother?

Jordan: “Play sports and go for ice cream.”

BBBS: How do you think having a Big Brother will impact your life?

Jordan: “I will be a lot happier having someone to play sports with me.”

BBBS: Describe your ideal Big Brother.

Jordan: Someone who is nice, fun and likes to play sports with me.”

BBBS: Tell us three words you would use to describe yourself.

Jordan: “Active, fun and nice.”

BBBS: What are you looking forward to the most about having a Big Brother?

Jordan: “Making a new friend.”

BBBS: Tell us a joke

Jordan: “What do you call a witch on the beach? A sand witch!”

Quick hits:

Favorite sport - Hockey and the Toronto Maple Leafs

Favorite Food- garlic pizza

Favorite indoor activity - ice/ball hockey

Favorite outdoor activity - playing catch with a football

And, Jordan added he prefers not to be matched with a Habs fan – just kidding!

If you’re looking for a way to give back to your community this year, and have some fun while you’re at it, volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters is a great choice. Have you ever considered becoming a volunteer mentor? Now is the time! The organization has more than 60 young people who can’t wait to spend time with someone, doing their favourite things.

If you’re interested in learning more about becoming a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters go to the website bbbscolchester.ca to fill out an enquiry form or email [email protected]

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