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Mentoring Program for Youth
and Children in White Rock

KidStart offers one-on-one mentoring to teens and young adults in White Rock and other areas of Metro Vancouver. The young people we support in White Rock are often facing tough life transitions, such as aging out of care, navigating youth agreements, or going through challenges like conflict with the law or family breakdown. Mentorship provides vital support and stability, and we are seeking volunteers like you to take on this important role.

Ready to become a mentor?

What We Do

We train and support adult volunteers to mentor youth one-on-one, creating consistent, meaningful connections. Mentors lead by example and encourage participation in positive, success-oriented activities. To build trust and continuity, we ask for a commitment of approximately three hours each week over the course of one year.

White Rock Mentorship Needs

We have ## teens and young adults in White Rock currently waiting to be matched with a mentor. If you live in or near White Rock, you can help shape a brighter future by applying today to become a youth mentor.

Training Provided for Mentors

KidStart mentors receive thorough preparation, including training in first aid, trauma-informed practices, and case documentation. It’s a perfect fit for college or university students interested in social work or community services. You’ll gain practical skills while making a real difference in the lives of teens and young adults.

Support for Mentors in White Rock

Each mentor and mentee pairing gets support from a dedicated volunteer coordinator. For White Rock, this is ????????, a White Rock local who has worked with KidStart for ## years.

Free Mentorship Program in White Rock

KidStart is offered free of charge through funding from the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). To ensure we reach the youth who need us most, we only accept referrals from MCFD social workers and probation officers.

Mentoring Program for Youth and Young Adults in
White Rock

KidStart’s mission is to strengthen youth well-being by connecting them with consistent, caring adults in their community. In White Rock, mentors and mentees engage in a variety of popular activities, both indoors and outdoors. Mentors receive a $40 monthly allowance to support these outings.
Indoor Activities
Outdoor Activities

Indoor Activities for
Youth Mentorship in White Rock

If the season or weather calls for staying indoors (or if your mentee simply prefers it) there’s plenty to do in White Rock! The community offers a variety of indoor activities that span sports, learning, arts, and more.

Active & Sports-Based Indoor Activities for Youth in White Rock

Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre

Drop into a local aquatic centre for some fitness laps or a leisurely splashing about while enjoying some pool games. There is also a weight room where you can encourage your mentee to get into a fitness routine.

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Sandcastle Lanes Bowling

Bowling is a great low-intensity activity that offers a fun way to spend a couple of hours. The relatively slow pace and turn-taking nature of bowling makes it easy to maintain a conversation with your mentee without the focus being entirely on them.

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White Rock Community Centre

Explore the fitness and wellness programs on offer at this modern community centre and mingle with other members of the community.

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Arts & Culture or Education-Based Indoor Activities for Youth in White Rock

White Rock Museum & Archives

Learn about local history, including the area’s Indigenous and settler roots. With both indoor and outdoor exhibits (around the historic train station), there is a variety of information to absorb.

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South Surrey Arts Centre

Visit the pottery studio, dedicated art gallery and exhibition spaces, and visual art studio at this arts hub. Semiahmoo Arts Society offers courses and exhibitions in this space, so be sure to check their upcoming events.

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White Rock Public Library

Encourage your mentee to explore books, magazines, and computer resources available. Attend free events and workshops and join reading challenges.

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Outdoor Activities for
Youth Mentorship in White Rock

Right next to the shores of the Pacific Ocean, White Rock offers beautiful scenery and plenty of ways to enjoy great weather and fresh air outdoors, whether it’s on the beach or elsewhere.

Active & Sports-Based Outdoor Activities for Youth in White Rock

South Surrey Athletic Park

Bring your bikes and get the adrenaline pumping at the first official bike park in Surrey! This park offers an excellent trail network for beginners and advanced riders alike. There are also pickleball and tennis courts and more to enjoy depending on your mentee’s interests.

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1001 Steps Trail

Test your fitness on this popular trail in the Ocean Park neighbourhood. A winding staircase takes you through lush greenery to a beautiful beach. Don’t be intimidated by the name – there aren’t actually 1001 steps! Head there with your mentee and count them as you walk to see how many there are.

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Bike Beach to Beach

Get some exercise and enjoy beautiful ocean views as you explore White Rock by bike. Start the relatively flat ride at East Beach and ride along the shoreline to Crescent Beach. Stop for an ice cream or a drink before looping back to where you started!

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Centennial and Ruth Johnson Park

Enjoy nice weather with a game of tennis, playing some basketball, or tossing a frisbee around in one of White Rock’s lovely parks.

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Arts & Culture or Education-Based Outdoor Activities for Youth in White Rock

White Rock Promenade & Public Art Tour

Explore local history and culture through free public works of art located all over the city. Use the story map provided to create your own route, and be sure to include a stroll along the famous White Rock promenade and pier.

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Pier and Beach Photography Walk

Wander the beach and see how many birds and sea creatures you can spot, identify, and photograph. Be sure to stop by the “white rock” (known as P’Quals by the Semiahmoo First Nation) for which the community is named, and talk about its history.

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Historical Guided Tours

Enjoy a walking tour along the White Rock waterfront through the lens of the Archives Manager at the White Rock Museum. The tours last about one hour and are by donation, making it a great educational experience for your mentee.

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See why both our volunteers and mentees love being a part of our mentoring program in White Rock!

A wonderful service. Great staff and enthusiastic volunteers.

– KidStart referrer

This program has helped me become more responsible for myself and helped me live independently.

– KidStart participant

Meet a Volunteer Mentor

“I find that the more time I spend with my mentee, the more she opens up and lets herself be a kid. In today’s day and age of having to grow up as soon as you can, it can be a breath of fresh air when kids can be kids.”

Loren has been a mentor with KidStart in Maple Ridge since January 2025. She is a university student who balances a part-time job with volunteering and spending time with family and friends. She wishes she had a strong role model when she was a kid to help her through some challenges she faced, including having parents who struggled with substance use. Her history and her fondness for spending time with kids led her to become a mentor.

Become a Mentor in White Rock!

Are you 21 or older, living a stable lifestyle, and able to commit three hours each week for at least a year? If so, you could make a meaningful difference as a KidStart mentor. Help young people in White Rock build resilience and make positive choices in the face of life’s challenges.
Apply Here!
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