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Welcome to the WUSA MATES Peer Support program at the University of Waterloo! You can also access our live chat at https://bit.ly/38RnvVO
Please contact us to set up a virtual appointment at [email protected] or at wusa.ca/peersupport! MATES (Mentor Assistance Through Education and Support) is a one-to-one student peer support program offered by the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association in consultation with Campus Wellness. MATES provides support to students who are hoping to build social skills, or are experiencing personal or academic concerns or low-level mental health and wellness difficulties. MATES volunteers are also well-trained and knowledgeable about various resources on and off campus and can assist students through the navigation of those resources. MATES volunteers are required to go through an interview and selection process and extensive training. Services are available to students from all faculties. Students can access our services whether by referral, personally setting up an appointment, or reaching out to MATES during our drop-in hours. Please note MATES is currently offering Microsoft Teams-based, and Live chat appointments, though both drop-in and booked appointments. Please contact us at [email protected] to book a Microsoft Teams or Live Chat appointment, or visit us at www.wusa.ca/mates. Please visit https://bit.ly/38RnvVO to begin a Live Chat session. To view our hours for drop-in appointments and all modalities, please visit https://wusa.ca/services/uw-mates?fbclid=IwAR1C6KDOUQiG7Jrvdfg0cs7oPK6Rub5w9R1Qjgt9V3mHhH90DEuH-tELWhM. Peer support is currently being offered in English, Punjabi, Hindi, French, Mandarin, Urdu, Cantonese, Tagalog, Brazilian Portuguese, and Spanish.
09/23/2026
RAISE YOUR CONNECTIONS & MEET YOUR MATES!🫂
Looking to meet new people, make some connections, and show off your trivia skills?
Join us & RAISE | Racial Advocacy for Inclusion, Solidarity & Equity for a Speed Friending & Trivia Night!
📍SLC Lower Level Flex
🗓️Monday, September 28 6:00 PM
🍕Food will be provided
Come solo, bring a friend, or just pull up and meet some new people!
09/17/2026
Hey Warriors! Want to get more involved with Mates? We’re looking for students to join our Fall 2026 Executive Team!
We are currently hiring for:
Engagement Director
Education Director
Office Director
If you are interested visit WUSA Jobs & Opportunities page to apply! Applications close September 20th.
07/16/2026
Ever notice your heart racing before a presentation, your mind going blank during exams, or suddenly deciding that cleaning your room is more important than studying? That’s your stress response in action.
Join Mates and Counselling Services for an interactive session on understanding how stress affects your mind and body - and learn practical, evidence-based strategies to manage it.
📍Claudette Miller Hall- Wellness Navigator Room
📅 Monday, July 21st
🕦 5:30-6:30 PM
🎟️ FREE
Come for the strategies, connect with other students, and leave with tools you can actually use.
Tag a friend who could use this! 💙
07/08/2026
Need a mid-summer reset?
Grab your friends, enjoy a relaxing walk, and treat yourself to a delicious drink at Becky’s Soda Bar! 🥤
📍 Meet at DC by Tim Hortons
🕕 July 14 at 6:00 PM
15% off for attendees!
06/23/2026
💙Meet the people making Mates happen this term!
06/04/2026
🌼MATES Spring 2026 Office Hours Are Here!🌼
Need someone to talk to? Drop by MATES and connect with one of our trained peer support volunteers. Whether you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, adjusting to university life, or just need listening ear, we’re here for you. 💙
📍In-Person Drop-In Hours
SLC 3102
🕦 Monday - Thursday | 12PM - 4PM
St. Jerome’s SH 1012
🕦 Mondays | 5PM - 8PM
💻 Peer Support Appointments Available
Book a one-on-one appointment online or in person!
04/13/2026
Hey Warriors! We would love to have you on our team. See the WUSA jobs and opportunities page for more information! 😊
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200 University Avenue West
Waterloo, ON
N2L3G5
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10:30am - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30am - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday | 10:30am - 9:30pm |
| Thursday | 10:30am - 9:30pm |
| Friday | 10:30am - 9:30pm |
| Saturday | 10:30am - 4:30pm |
| Sunday | 10:30am - 4:30pm |