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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 March 17-May 12th 2025


  • March 17, 19, 24, 26, 31  April 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 May 5, 7, 12, 2025

  • Monday and Wednesday, 6:00pm -8:00pm Evening EST

  • Online
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PeerWorks Peer Support Core Essentials Training Program March 18th-May 13th, 2025


  • March 18, 20, 25, 27, April 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 May 1, 6, 8, 13 2025

  • Tuesday and Thursday, 12:00pm -2:00pm EST

  • Online
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Training


  • March 6, 13, 20, 27 and April 3rd 2025

  • 11:00am - 12:30pm

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From the Blog

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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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November 29, 2024

Empowered Narratives: Submission #9


PeerWorks invites people with lived experience to contribute their blogs and other creative expressions sharing their journeys of overcoming mental health and substance use challenges.

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November 11, 2024

PeerWorks and Peer Support Canada Celebrate Successful Education Day and Breakfast Reception at Queen's Park 


Toronto, ON – PeerWorks and Peer Support Canada hosted an impactful education day at Queen's Park on November 5, 2024, engaging in numerous productive conversations with key staffers, Members of Provincial Parliament and Cabinet Members.

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