Select A Program

Youth Buddy -

Building Friendships Across Cultures

The Youth Buddy Program matches Canadian youth with new immigrant youth to facilitate understanding, provide orientation to Canadian society and build feelings of connectedness.

Youth Have Much to Offer

Volunteering to be a Youth Buddy is fun and worthwhile. As a volunteer you can:

  • learn about other cultures and languages
  • develop new friendships
  • participate in fun activities and workshops
  • gain valuable experience
  • accumulate volunteer hours and referances

Your knowledge and experience is important. By sharing your time you can help a newcomer to:

  • learn and practice English
  • use public transportation
  • make new friends
  • participate in local activities
  • explore the neighborhood

How Can I Get Involved?

If you would like to become a Youth Buddy, call Illana at:

Abbotsford Community Services
2420 Montrose Avenue
Abbotsford, BC V2S 3S9

604.859.7681 Local 228

Or speak to a school representative at:

  • Abbotsford Collegiate School
  • W.J. Mouat Secondary School
  • Robert Bateman Secondary School
  • Eugene Reimer Middle School

How It Works:

  • complete an application
  • participate in an orientation
  • meet newcomers and volunteers
  • get matched to a 'buddy'
  • participate in regularly planned activities

We host weekly Multicultural Club activities at participating schools. The club times are used to meet new people, learn new things, get support and have fun.

Help to Make a Difference.

Become a Buddy and a Leader in your community.