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Welcome to PeerWorks

PeerWorks is a not-for-profit membership-based organization committed to supporting Peer Support Organizations and Consumer/Survivor Initiatives across Ontario. We provide training, advocacy, and resources to strengthen the impact of Peer Support in the province.

At PeerWorks, we believe in recovery, hope, empowerment, and self-determination. We respect and value all individuals, embracing the diverse lived experiences that inform our work. PeerWorks advances Peer Support across Ontario through a wide range of initiatives and opportunities, including:

  • Training through our Peer Support Core Essentials Program™
  • Professional development opportunities to build skills, leadership, and capacity
  • Workshops and webinars on emerging issues in the Peer Support community
  • Access to a network of organizations and individuals committed to Peer Support
  • Resource sharing and collaboration opportunities to strengthen local initiatives
  • Amplifying voices of lived experience at the provincial level, advocating for policy change and greater support for Peer Support initiatives

About PeerWorks Our History

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Drift from Peer Support Values and Standards: A Position Statement and Call for Action

PeerWorks calls for urgent action to address “Peer Support Drift” in Ontario, ensuring Peer Support remains rooted in lived experience, recovery, and mutual respect.

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PeerWorks Strategic Plan: 2025-2035

PeerWorks unveils a 10-year plan to solidify Peer Support as a cornerstone of Ontario’s healthcare system, driving sector growth, sustainability, and community empowerment.

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Upcoming Training

PeerWorks Peer Support Core Essentials Training Program July 2-August 27, 2025

  • July 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 August 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27th  2025 

    PLEASE NOTE: This training will not run if the minimum registration numbers are not met. You will be notified of any cancellation by June 20, 2025. If the training is cancelled all registrations fees will be returned or held over to the next training if you choose.

  • Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00pm - 8:00pm EST

  • Online
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From the Blog

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March 28, 2025

How Ubuntu Principles Serve as the Guiding Light for a Black Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support Team

In this blog, we delve into the work of a Black Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support Team and how they are using Ubuntu principles to decolonize healing. 

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February 21, 2025

PeerWorks Secures Two Prestigious Federal Grants to Enhance Peer Support in Canada

Toronto and Hamilton, Ontario — A research team led by Dr. Lee de Bie in collaboration with PeerWorks and Peer Support Canada received two Government of Canada grants totalling more than $62,000. The funding will support the development of a national Code of Ethics for Peer Support as well as associated outreach and knowledge mobilization.

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February 7, 2025

Fifth Annual Peer Support Strong Conference: Our Biggest to Date

2025 marked the 5th Annual Peer Support Strong Conference, a virtual conference hosted jointly by the Lived Experience & Recovery Network and PeerWorks. We had our biggest turnout to date ranging from 115 to 150 participants at different points in the day-long conference. The actual number of participants was even higher as multiple Peer Support Organizations streamed the conference at their drop-in centres and conference rooms.  

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