Peer Support Groups Across Canada

Navigating the path to mental wellness can be challenging, but you don't have to go it alone. Peer support groups offer a unique layer of understanding and shared experience. This guide is sorted by province to help you find the right fit for your needs.

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Alberta

• CMHA Alberta Division: Provides peer support services for mental health. More Info

• Fresh Start Recovery Centre: Specializes in addiction recovery with peer-led programs. Details

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British Columbia

• BC Schizophrenia Society: Peer support for individuals and families affected by schizophrenia. More Info

• Mood Disorders Association of BC: Peer-led support groups for mood disorders. Learn More

• Vancouver Coastal Health: Peer support for mental health and substance use. Details

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Manitoba

• Sara Riel Inc.: Peer support for mental health and addiction. More Info

• Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba: Various peer support groups. Learn More

• Klinic Community Health: Crisis support and counseling. Details

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New Brunswick

• Psychology Today: Multiple peer support groups. Find Yours

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Newfoundland and Labrador​

• Eating Disorder Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador: Peer support for eating disorders. Learn More

• First Light: Mental health services for the St. John’s Native Friendship Centre. Details

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Nova Scotia​

• Self-Help Connection: A variety of support groups. Learn More

• Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia: Funding for mental health initiatives. Details

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Ontario

• Ontario Peer Development Initiative: Resources for peer support organizations. More Info

• The Gatehouse: Support for those affected by childhood sexual abuse. Details

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Prince Edward Island

• CMHA PEI: Peer support and mental health services. More Info

• PEI Family Violence Prevention Services: Support for those affected by family violence. Learn More

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Quebec

• AMI-Quebec: A variety of mental health support groups. More Info

• Douglas Mental Health University Institute: Specialized mental health services. Details

 

Saskatchewan

• Saskatchewan Health Authority: Mental health services and peer support. More Info

• CMHA Saskatchewan: A variety of mental health programs. Learn More

• Strongest Families Institute: Distance mental health services for families. Details

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Yukon

• Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services: A variety of mental health services. More Info

• Blood Ties Four Directions: Harm reduction and peer support services. Learn More