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Supporting The Next Generation
Investing in future professionals has long been an important part of Friends & Advocates' commitment to community development. For the past 37 years, our student placement program has provided meaningful learning opportunities for students seeking practical experience in the social services and non-profit sectors. Through supervised placements, students have been able to apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings, develop professional skills, and gain valuable insight into supporting individuals and families in our community.
In addition, Friends & Advocates has proudly participated in the Federal Government's Canada Summer Jobs Program for the past 28 years. This program has enabled us to provide paid summer employment opportunities to students, helping them gain workplace experience, build confidence, and develop skills that support their future career goals.
These longstanding partnerships reflect our commitment to fostering learning, mentorship, and workforce development. We are grateful for the contributions students make to our organization each year and take pride in helping shape the next generation of professionals and community leaders.
I would highly recommend Friends & Advocates Peel to future social work students. The agency provides valuable experiences to build essential practice skills such as client engagement, group facilitation, emotional support, and documentation ....
- BSW Student, 2026
The quality of field instruction I received during my placement was highly supportive and instrumental to my professional growth. My field instructor provided consistent guidance, constructive feedback, and opportunities for meaningful reflection ....
- BSW Student, 2026
Overall, exceeded my expectations and exactly the type of placement experience I was hoping to have. This was a great match for me and I feel like many students would enjoy their time here ....
- BSW Student, 2026
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We Welcome Diverse Voices
Friends & Advocates Peel is committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges, racialized communities, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, newcomers, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available throughout the application process — just let us know what you need.