Sometimes you want to talk to someone with the same experience as you.
Need someone to talk to? We’re here to listen.
Peer Support offers a welcoming space where trained student volunteers are here to listen and support you. Whether you want to talk through something that is bothering you, learn about available resources, or just need someone to hear you out – we are here for you.
There are various peer support groups available across campus. Find and connect with the one that feels most comfortable and right for you.
Drop-in or by appointment
This your on-campus resources for health and wellness support, with a wide range of service options.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 1—4 p.m.
Dates: Sept. 22 to Dec. 5 (Fall 2025 Semester, excluding the Fall Break: Nov. 10—14)
Location: MacEwan Student Centre (MSC) 370 - inside the Health and Wellness Clinic
How to Access:
Entre through the main doors of the clinic and look for signs for the peer support space (to the right of the reception desk). You do not need to check-in with reception staff – just head to the peer support area where our volunteers will meet you and guide you to a quieter room. Prefer to plan ahead? You can request a specific appointment time by emailing us.
Contact: Health Promotion & Outreach Team communityhub@ucalgary.ca
Drop-in or by appointment
The Faith and Spirituality Centre (FSC) seeks to cultivate a pluralistic community by encouraging cultural and religious literacy, community building, and social change as an integral part of the student experience. Whether you have cultural or religious concerns, or just need a listening ear, we are here to support you.
Hours: Hours: Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Dates: Sept. 22 to Dc. 5 (Fall 2025 Semester, excluding the Fall Break: Nov. 10 - 14)
Location: MacEwan Student Centre (MSC) 487
How to Access:
Drop by the centre and let the front desk staff know you would like peer support. You can also email or call to request a specific appointment time.
Contact: interfaith@ucalgary.ca | 403.210.7245
Drop-in or by appointment
The Women’s Resource Centre (WRC) provides a safe and supportive space to advance gender equality and build community. We value all experiences and offer the resources necessary to make informed choices. Peer Support is available to everyone, regardless of gender identity.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Dates: Sept. 22 to Dec. 5 (Fall 2025 Semester, excluding the Fall Break: Nov. 10 - 14)
Location: MacEwan Student Centre (MSC) 482
How to Access:
Visit the centre and let the front desk staff know you are interested in peer support. Appointments can be made via email or phone. Peer Support is offered both in-person and virtually.
Contact: women@ucalgary.ca | 403.220.8551
Weekly Meetings
The UCalgary Recovery Community (UCRC) is an inclusive, peer-driven space supporting addition recovery, building community, and reducing stigma on campus. The UCRC believes that each person defines their own recovery, whether you’re abstaining or using harm reduction – all pathways and stages of recovery are welcome!
Weekly Peer Support Meetings:
Location: 5 - 3500 24 Avenue NW (Next to Subway in Yamnuska Hall)
Contact: recoverycommunity@ucalgary.ca
Drop-in or by appointment
The Students’ Union’s Q Centre is a safe, comfortable, and inviting space for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community at the University of Calgary.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.—5 p.m. (10 a.m. – 2 p.m. during September, Term Breaks, and Final Eam Periods and closed from Dec. 22, 2025 – Jan. 11, 2026)
How to Access:
Visit the centre and request peer support at the front desk, or send an email to make an appointment.
Location: MacEwan Student Centre (MSC) 210
Contact: qcentre@ucalgary.ca
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