Peer Mentor+

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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.

One-on-one mentorship

Current students can connect with a Peer Mentor to:

  • Talk through school or social difficulties
  • Fill out scholarship applications
  • Fill out intake forms for Accessible Learning Services
  • Find community

For Spring/Summer 2026:
Peer Mentors are available Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., either virtually on Teams or Zoom or in-person at St. James Campus. 

The Calm Zone

Need a break from the pressure of school, work, and life? At the Calm Zone at St. James Campus, 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 Spring/Summer 2026:
Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
St. James Campus, SJA (200 King St. E.), Room B121

ASL Workshop

Knowing some American Sign Language (ASL) can help you foster inclusivity in your communities, gain new language and motor skills, and broaden your future employment opportunities. 

At this weekly workshop, you can learn basic ASL letters, numbers, and phrases in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Every week will feature a new topic to learn. 

For Spring/Summer 2026:
Mondays, 1 to 3 p.m.
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.