Peer Mentor+

An understanding of the student experience

Having another student to talk to can make a big difference in how confident you feel taking on life, school, and work. 

Our Peer Mentors have lived the student experience and are here to listen and offer a calm, understanding space for connection and clarity. 1-on-1 and group opportunities are available every term.

If you need immediate support, please visit our Urgent Resources page.

How to get support from Peer Mentor+

One-on-one mentorship

Current students can connect with a Peer Mentor to:

  • Talk through school or social difficulties
  • Get support with intake forms for Accessible Learning Services
  • Learn how to manage your studies, such as planning course workloads and understanding a syllabus
  • Support with navigating school platforms such as Brightspace or STU-VIEW
  • Try mindfulness activities to manage anxiety
  • Have a coworking session to stay focused and on track with assignments
  • Find community

The Calm Zone

A picture of the interior of the Calm Zone, featuring benches, a Pride flag, and wall art.

Need a break from the pressure of school, work, and life? At the Calm Zone, you can draw, meditate, engage in quiet conversation, or work on arts and crafts in a low-stimulation environment. 

Peer Mentors are available at the Calm Zone to chat or work alongside you, help create connections, and provide direction to more resources.

For Fall 2026:

  • Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    St. James Campus, SJA (200 King St. E.), Room B121
  • Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    Waterfront Campus, WF (51 Dockside Dr.), Room 227

Neurodivergence Social Circle

Five students sit on chairs in a half circle formation. Four look towards the woman in the middle, who is speaking and gesturing with her hands.

An ongoing support group for students with learning challenges. No referrals are needed; just drop in. The group is open to anyone who self-identifies as neurodivergent. 

For Fall 2026:
Weekly, Thursdays, 3 to 4 p.m. (excluding Intersession Week)
St. James Campus, SJA (200 King St. E.), room B121

Land Acknowledgement

Land Acknowledgement

George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.

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