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The Guidelines for the Practice and Training of Peer Support are intended to encourage the development of more peer support capacity in Canada and strengthen existing peer support initiatives. These Guidelines were developed in collaboration with peer support workers across the country. The document focuses on the empathetic and supportive role of a peer support worker in fostering hope, empowerment, and recovery.