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:
Mission
PeerWork’s mission is to strengthen, amplify and deepen diverse peer voices in Ontario through community building, information-sharing, collaboration, advocacy and education.
Vision
A world in which Lived Experience is valued, peer autonomy and peer culture are embraced and protected, diversity is respected, and Peer Support is accessible to all.
Values
Lived Experience and Experiential Knowledge
PeerWorks values lived experience and the skills and knowledge gained through experiencing mental health and/or substance use concerns, and navigating systems and related systemic barriers, stigma, and discrimination.
Independent Peer Voice
PeerWorks is member-driven and rooted in and accountable to the history of the Consumer/Survivor movement and sustaining an independent, peer voice.
Diversity as Strength
PeerWorks advocates for social justice, equity, anti-oppression, anti-racism, and inclusion. We respect and value all people and embrace diverse experiences related to race, religion, spirituality, ethnicity, gender identity, age, class, income, sexual identity, disability, geographic location, and unique life experiences.
Hope and Wellness/Recovery
PeerWorks believes in the right of each individual to self determine their own approach to wellness/recovery and to learn from their peers.
Integrity, Transparency, and Honesty
PeerWorks acts with integrity, transparency, and honesty in all its relationships and partnerships.
Innovation through Partnership and Collaboration
PeerWorks is committed to building and fostering an innovative peer community through partnership and collaboration. We are stronger together than alone.