Welcome to the UVSS Peer Support Centre!
A safer space created to be an inclusive and comfortable space for students from all walks of life.
Whether you are struggling with or have questions regarding mental health, are concerned for a friend, or need help accessing resources on or off campus, you can seek a first-point-of-contact at the Peer Support Centre.
Our trained student volunteers are here to listen, offering non-judgmental, empathetic and confidential support while helping fellow students navigate next-step resources and student life at UVic.
The Peer Support Centre is open for drop-in
Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm (excluding statutory holidays.)
Our next intake of volunteers will be in January 2027.
Peer Support Centre Support Groups
Support groups are bi-weekly informal shared spaces for community members to connect over shared lived experiences. You do not need to have a formal diagnosis to attend. All support groups are drop-in, no registration required.
Week 1
School Stress/Burnout
- Tuesdays, 6:30–8:00 p.m. (October 20th, November 3rd, November 17th, December 1st)
- Located in the Peer Support Centre (SUB B035)
Anxiety
- Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 p.m. (October 21st, November 4th, November 18th, December 2nd
- Located in the SSD Lounge (SUB B111)
- Hybrid, Zoom Option: https://uvic.zoom.us/j/82199744689
OCD
- Thursdays, 6:30–8:00 p.m (October 22nd, November 5th, November 19th, December 3rd)
- Located in the SSD Lounge (SUB B111)
- Hybrid, Zoom Option: https://uvic.zoom.us/j/88575089310
Week 2
ADHD
- Mondays, 6:30–8:00 p.m. (October 26th, November 9th, November 23rd, December 7th)
- Located in the SSD Lounge (SUB B111)
- Hybrid, Zoom Option: https://uvic.zoom.us/j/87462263127
International Student Support
- Tuesdays, 6:30–8:00 p.m. (October 27th, November 24th, December 8th)
- Located in the Peer Support Centre (SUB B035)
Depression
- Thursdays, 6:30–8:00 p.m. (October 29th, November 12th, November 26th, December 10th)
- Located in the SSD Lounge (SUB B111)
- Hybrid, Zoom Option: https://uvic.zoom.us/j/87475037819
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Peer Support Centre!
Volunteer applications have now closed and will reopen in December for January intake.
If you’re passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others and want to be part of a supportive community, consider joining the Peer Support Centre as a volunteer. We welcome individuals who are dedicated to providing empathetic listening, guidance, and assistance to their peers.
To express your interest in volunteering, please fill out the form below. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; however, please note that volunteer hiring occurs at the beginning of each academic semester, and annual training sessions are held before or just after the semester begins.
Self-Care & Resource Guide:
Feeling off but not ready to talk quite yet? Check out our Self-Care & Resource Guide! This guide will walk you through a series of questions and resources to help you take care of yourself.