Reading Practice for Children in Grades 2–4
Envision Financial Reading Buddies is a time to practice reading together. Children are paired with a teen volunteer and will spend time reading together in a safe, supportive environment. Sessions are 60 minutes long and meet once per week for 6 weeks in the Spring and Fall. The program is designed to support children who are new readers and helps to build their confidence and improve their skills.
Children (Little Buddies)
Little Buddies will have the opportunity to engage with a teen Big Buddy, building relationships and practicing literacy skills. Children must have some reading ability already as this program does not teach them how to read.
How To Register
Registration for Little Buddies opens 3 weeks before the program begins. Please continue to check this page for updates.
2023 Spring Sessions
See below for Spring program dates. Schedule subject to change until the program begins.
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Where |
When |
Time |
Registration |
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City Centre |
Wednesdays, April 5-May 10 |
4:00-5:00pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
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Clayton |
Wednesdays, April 5-May 10 |
4:00-5:00pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
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Cloverdale |
Tuesdays, April 4-May 9 |
4:00-5:00pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
|
Fleetwood |
Thursdays, April 13-May 18 |
4:00-5:00pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
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Guildford |
Tuesdays, April 11-May 16 |
4:00-5:00pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
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Newton |
Tuesdays, Apr 11-May 16 |
4:30-5:30pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
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Ocean Park |
Tuesdays, April 4-May 9 |
5:30-6:30pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
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Semiahmoo |
Thursdays, April 6-May 11 |
5:00-6:00pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
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Strawberry Hill |
Wednesdays, April 5-May 10 |
3:30-4:30pm |
In branch starting March 14 |
*Schedule subject to change until programs begin
Teen Volunteers (Big Buddies)
As an Envision Financial Reading Buddies Volunteer, you are a role model to a young reader, practicing reading with your Little Buddy and engaging in fun literacy activities. Being a Big Buddy is a rewarding experience and counts towards volunteer hours. For teens ages 14-18.
How to Apply:
Teen applications will open at least 1 month before the Spring 2023 program start date on the city My Impact Page. You will need to have an account to apply. All new volunteers will be required to attend a training session before the program start date. Please continue to check this page for updates.
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