This paper presents a Canadian program aimed specifically at 7-10 year old children who are not yet heavily or directly involved in the use of solvents or alcohol, who represent a high-risk group. It taps a valuable community resource (high school students) and operates on a minimal budget. The intention is to provide a stable, ongoing relationship between the child and a high school student, and through this relationship to provide alternatives to potential alcohol and drug abuse. (PFS)