Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kingston Frontenac, Lennox & Addington will close by October 31, 2025, due to declining participation and overlapping youth programs.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kingston Frontenac, Lennox & Addington will close by October 31, 2025, ending over 50 years of one-on-one mentoring due to declining participation and shifting community needs. The organization cited overlap with existing group and school-based programs, particularly those offered by the Boys and Girls Club of Kingston & Area, which will continue providing youth mentoring. The decision follows a broader trend in Canada as similar chapters adapt to changing social dynamics.