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Eligibility
To participate, you must:
- be a current or former Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member, Veteran, Department of National Defence (DND) public service employee, Cadet, Junior Canadian Ranger, or part of the Defence Community;
- have experienced sexual misconduct during your service or in the defence environment;
- have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a stable internet connection;
- have access to Microsoft Teams, either through the desktop/mobile app or a supported web browser (note: Safari is not supported);
- for group services, be willing to take part in a virtual discussion with a Peer Support Program staff before the first group session.
Activities
The peer support activities offer participants a braver and confidential space to support their healing journey. Activities include, but are not limited to, mini-series, workshops, events and guest speakers. They are offered in both official languages to various groups depending on the availability of resources. While participants are asked not to disclose personal details of their experiences, they are encouraged to freely discuss how their experiences have affected them, the support they are seeking, their personal journey, and more.
To sign up, send an email to dcsrcpsp-csrcdpsp@forces.gc.ca.
Yoga
These free online yoga classes are for people affected by sexual misconduct. You don’t need any yoga experience to join. Classes are trauma-informed, adaptable, and open to all experience levels. You can choose how you engage, including whether to keep your camera on or off.
A mental health worker will be available if you need extra support.
New yoga classes starting July 2026
The Peer Support Team will offer different yoga options to support well-being, comfort and various experience levels.
Trauma-informed yoga:
A gentle yoga class for all levels and conditions. No yoga experience required. Chair yoga options and posture modifications are available to support people with reduced mobility or injuries. Each class provides a braver space to explore gentle movement and help reconnect with your body.
- Duration: 75 minutes
- Language: English and French
- Hosted by: A certified yoga instructor
Schedule
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday, May 25 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, May 25 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, June 1 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, June 1 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, June 8 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, June 8 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, June 22 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, June 22 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, June 29 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, June 29 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, July 6 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, July 6 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, July 13 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, July 13 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, July 27 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, July 27 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, August 17 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, August 17 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, August 24 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, August 24 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, August 31 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, August 31 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, September 14 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, September 14 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, September 21 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, September 21 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, September 28 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, September 28 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, October 19 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, October 19 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All -Gender |
English |
Monday, October 26 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, October 26 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, November 2 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, November 2 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, November 9 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, November 9 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, November 16 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, November 16 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, November 23 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, November 23 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, December 7 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, December 7 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Monday, December 14 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Monday, December 14 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Yoga flow for beginners:
An easy and supportive introduction to yoga flow, practiced on a mat.
Sessions include simple movements, steady pacing, and easy-to-follow instructions. Participants can choose movement variations that work best for their bodies.
This class is designed to support relaxation, and build body awareness and confidence with basic yoga movements.
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Language: English and French
- Hosted by: A certified yoga instructor
Schedule
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
Wednesday, July 8 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Wednesday, July 8 |
6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, July 22 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Wednesday, July 22 |
6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, August 19 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Wednesday, August 19 |
6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, August 26 |
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Wednesday, August 26 |
6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, September 10 |
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, September 10 |
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, September 17 |
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, September 17 |
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, October 1 |
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, October 1 |
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, October 15 |
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, October 15 |
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, November 5 |
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, November 5 |
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, November 19 |
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, November 19 |
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, December 10 |
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, December 10 |
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Registration is open and on an ongoing basis. This means you can sign up once and attend as many sessions as you like. To sign up, send an email to dcsrcpsp-csrcdpsp@forces.gc.ca.
Coffee Chats
The Coffee Chats offer people, affected by sexual misconduct, a flexible, inclusive and braver space to connect and support each other, as part of the Peer Support Program. These chats are casual and welcoming. They offer a chance to talk, reflect, and come together with other peers without pressure. They help participants feel seen, heard, and supported. Coffee Chats can also help people take the first step towards more support, including those who are waiting to join formal peer support group services.
- Group duration: 60 minutes each.
- Hosted by: Mental health worker and/or a peer supporter.
- Discussion topics: Discussions are guided by participant needs.
- Commitment: Drop-in, meaning once signed up, participation is flexible. You can attend as many as you like.
Schedule
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, May 19 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, May 19 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, May 20 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, May 21 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, May 21 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, May 21 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, May 27 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, June 2 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, June 2 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, June 3 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, June 4 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, June 4 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, June 4 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, June 10 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, June 16 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, June 16 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, June 18 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, June 18 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, June 18 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, June 24 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, June 30 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, June 30 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, July 2 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, July 2 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, July 2 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, July 8 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, July 14 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, July 14 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, July 15 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, July 16 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, July 16 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, July 16 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, July 22 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, July 28 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, July 28 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, July 29 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, July 30 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, July 30 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, July 30 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, August 5 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, August 11 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, August 11 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, August 12 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, August 13 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, August 13 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, August 13 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, August 19 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, August 25 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, August 25 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, August 27 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, August 27 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, August 27 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, September 2 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, September 8 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, September 8 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, September 9 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, September 10 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, September 10 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, September 10 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, September 16 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, September 22 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, September 22 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, September 23 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, September 24 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, September 24 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, September 24 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, October 6 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, October 6 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, October 7 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, October 8 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, October 8 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, October 8 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, October 14 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, October 20 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, October 20 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, October 21 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, October 22 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, October 22 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, October 22 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, October 28 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, November 3 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, November 3 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, November 4 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, November 5 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, November 5 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, November 5 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, November 17 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, November 17 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, November 18 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, November 19 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, November 19 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, November 19 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, November 25 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Tuesday, December 1 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Tuesday, December 1 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Wednesday, December 2 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | Men | English |
| Thursday, December 3 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Women | French |
| Thursday, December 3 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | Men | French |
| Thursday, December 3 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | Women | English |
| Wednesday, December 9 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
To sign up, send an email to dcsrcpsp-csrcdpsp@forces.gc.ca.
Support groups
Our support groups provide a braver and confidential space to connect, share experiences, and learn coping and wellness strategies while exploring your healing journey. All sessions are free, held online through MS Teams and available in English or French.
Participants are required to sign up in advance of the first session. We invite you to sign up for one or more groups.
Learning Together peer support group
This group combines learning with peer support, giving participants a chance to grow, heal, and support one another. Topics focus on empowerment, healing and growth through lived experiences, with guided group discussions led by a trained facilitator. Each cohort includes four thematic discussions on specific topics and four informal discussions, depending on what participants need at the time. Each new group will explore different thematic discussions.
- Group duration: Up to 8 virtual sessions; 90 minutes each
- Hosted by: A trained peer supporter and mental health worker
- Discussion topics: Include the impacts of trauma, moral injury, setting boundaries, coping strategies, self-care, and more.
- Group size: Up to 8 participants per group
- Commitment: Closed group, meaning no new participants can join after the first session. We recommend that participants attend all group sessions.
Schedule
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday, June 23 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, June 24 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, June 24 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, June 25 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, June 25 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, June 30 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, July 2 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, July 2 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, July 7 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, July 8 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, July 8 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, July 9 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, July 9 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, July 14 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, July 15 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, July 15 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, July 16 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, July 16 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, July 21 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, July 22 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, July 22 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, July 23 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, July 23 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, July 28 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, July 29 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, July 29 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, July 30 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, July 30 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, August 4 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, August 5 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, August 5 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, August 6 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, August 6 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, August 11 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, August 12 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, August 12 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, August 13 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, August 13 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Wednesday, August 19 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, August 19 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, August 20 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Wednesday, August 26 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, August 27 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Tuesday, October 13 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, October 14 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, October 14 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, October 15 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, October 15 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, October 20 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, October 21 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, October 21 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, October 22 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, October 22 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, October 27 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, October 28 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, October 28 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, October 29 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, October 29 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, November 3 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, November 4 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, November 4 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, November 5 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, November 5 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, November 10 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, November 12 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, November 12 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, November 17 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, November 18 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, November 18 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, November 19 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, November 19 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, November 24 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, November 25 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, November 25 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, November 26 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, November 26 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, December 1 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wednesday, December 2 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, December 2 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, December 3 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, December 3 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Wednesday, December 9 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Wednesday, December 9 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Wednesday, December 9 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Peer Connect: Informal group
Informal Groups are peer-led spaces. Participants come together to connect, share lived experiences, and engage in supportive conversations in a relaxed and informal setting. Discussion topics are guided by the interests, experiences, and participant needs. They are determined collaboratively by participants during the sessions. Sessions may also include grounding and well-being activities.
- Group duration: Up to 8 virtual sessions; 90 minutes each
- Hosted by: A trained peer supporter and a mental health worker
- Discussion topics: Discussions are guided by participants' needs.. While participants are asked not to disclose personal details of their experiences, they are encouraged to freely discuss how their experiences have affected them, the support they are seeking, their personal journey, and more.
- Group size: Up to 10 participants per group
- Commitment: Closed group, meaning no new participants can join after the first session. Once signed up, participation is flexible; you can attend as many sessions as you like.
Schedule
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday, September 15 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Tuesday, September 15 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, September 15 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Wednesday, September 16 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, September 17 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, September 17 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, September 17 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, September 29 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Tuesday, September 29 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, September 29 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, October 1 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, October 1 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, October 1 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, October 13 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Tuesday, October 13 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, October 13 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Wednesday, October 14 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, October 15 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, October 15 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, October 15 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, October 27 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Tuesday, October 27 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, October 27 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Wednesday, October 28 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, October 29 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, October 29 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, October 29 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, November 10 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Tuesday, November 10 |
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Tuesday, November 10 |
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Thursday, November 12 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, November 12 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, November 12 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, November 24 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Tuesday, November 24 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, November 24 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Wednesday, November 25 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, November 26 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, November 26 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, November 26 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, December 8 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Tuesday, December 8 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Tuesday, December 8 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Wednesday, December 9 |
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
English |
Thursday, December 10 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Women |
French |
Thursday, December 10 |
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST |
Men |
French |
Thursday, December 10 |
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST |
Women |
English |
Seasonal Activities and Workshops
Earth Rhythm Meditation and Writing
This seasonal meditation and writing workshop uses meditation and writing techniques to help you slow down, pause and reconnect with yourself and your surroundings.
Each session starts with a guided meditation to quiet your mind and body and help you focus on the present moment. Writing is used as a mindfulness activity practice to help you notice and explore what feels important to you.
This workshop follows the changing seasons. As nature moves through times of growth, rest and renewal, the workshop helps you notice how your own changes too.
You do not need writing experience to participate. You can take part at your own pace. This workshop is about being present and aware rather than writing perfectly or producing finished work.
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Language: English and French
- Hosted by: A certified yoga instructor and a peer supporter may be present
Schedule
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday, June 23 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Thursday, June 25 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Wedneday, September 23 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, September 24 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
Wednesday, December 16 |
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
English |
Thursday, December 17 |
6:00p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST |
All-Gender |
French |
To participate, send an email to dcsrcpsp-csrcdpsp@forces.gc.ca.
Peer activity: Zentangle – Creative Coping
Join a 90‑minute virtual session to explore a simple drawing activity inspired by Zentangle®. During this mindfulness activity, you will use easy, repeating patterns to help you slow down and focus on the present moment. No art experience is needed. This session is open to all peers and offers a relaxed and supportive space. You can take part in a way that feels right for you. All you need is paper and a pen. Follow along at your own pace.
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, October 8 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00p.m. EST | All-Gender | French |
| Friday, October 9 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
Info session: What is Peer Support
Want to learn more about the Peer Support Program? Join a 1-hour virtual info session on June 17, 2026. The Peer Support team will present the services available to support your well-being.
Who can attend?
The session is open to anyone interested in learning more about the program, including:
- Members of the Defence community affected by sexual misconduct
- Families and supporters
- Service providers and mental health professionals
- Leaders and colleagues
You are welcome to ask questions or simply listen. Sessions are held on MS Team in English and French. To join, click on the time that works best for you.
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, June 17 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST | All-Gender | French |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EST | All-Gender | French |
Peer activity: Remembrance Day
| Date | Time | Group | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, November 9 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST | All-Gender | French |
| Monday, November 9 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. EST | All-Gender | English |
Feedback
Your feedback matters and helps us improve the support we offer.
After participation, you may be invited to fill out a short online survey. It’s anonymous, voluntary, and helps us understand what’s working and what could be better.
You might also be asked if you’d like to have a one-on-one chat with a staff member to share more about your experience.
As we collect and review feedback, our team will use your ideas to make the program even better.
From a peer: “Being a participant was a great benefit, allowed me to be vulnerable, speak and share. Felt empowering to be a part of the community. To connect and be validated.”
Contact us
For more information, contact us by email at dcsrcpsp-csrcdpsp@forces.gc.ca.
You can also call the DCSRC 24/7 line at 1-844-750-1648, and a counsellor will refer you to the program.
Fill out the form to provide your feedback or to file a complaint.