School of Peer Support

UPDATE: Application results have now been sent to all individuals who applied.  If you had an interview and have not received an email, please ensure that you check your junk and spam folders.  If you still cannot find your application result, please email peerschool@cmha.calgary.ab.ca to inquire.

Applications are now closed until our next intake cycle in 2025.  Thank you for your applications and your interest in our program!

CMHA Calgary’s School of Peer Support provides a unique opportunity for people who have a lived history with a mental health or substance use recovery journey to use their experience to support their community and make a difference. We provide 83 hours of training, 50 hours of unpaid practicum experience, and opportunities to connect with the Peer Supporter Community of Practice.

All individuals interested in becoming a student in the program must apply and undergo an interview process before being accepted into the program.

Become a Peer

Do you want to share your story of recovery? Would you like to help others by sharing your experience? We are always searching for individuals and family members from diverse backgrounds to be a part of our Peer Support movement.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Lived experience of being on a personal recovery journey or experience in supporting a family member or loved one on a recovery journey;
• Comfort level sharing your story of recovery with others;
• Availability to complete 83 hours of training and a 50-hour unpaid internship;
• Familiarity with Peer Support and a deep commitment to and understanding of the recovery model