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Peer Support Recovery Navigator Program

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One conversation can change everything.

Substance use and mental health challenges affect every construction site in British Columbia. The Peer Support Recovery Navigator Program was built to help employers and workers respond early, connect their peers to support, and build safer, recovery-inclusive workplaces.

Watch the Video Overview

This 4½ minute video explains the purpose of PSRN training, the limits of the PSRN role, and how employers can help ensure the training is used appropriately in the workplace.

Worker Wellbeing

Supports healthier, safer, and more productive workplaces.

Peer Support

Encourages workers to support one another appropriately.

Recovery Resources

Connects workers with recovery-related information and support.

What is a PSRN?

A Peer Support Recovery Navigator (PSRN) is a BCCSA-trained worker who provides confidential and non-judgmental peer support, offers hope, and helps coworkers navigate recovery resources while strengthening workplace culture.

How a PSRN Helps

  • Listens without judgment and offers hope.
  • Connects workers to recovery, mental health, and community resources.
  • Supports workers returning to work after treatment or recovery.
  • Encourages workers to seek help early.
  • Promotes healthier, recovery-inclusive workplaces.

Benefits

Benefits for Employers

  • Employers participate at no cost. You provide your employees’ time, and BCCSA provides the training and follow-up support.
  • Strengthen safety culture and reduce operational risk.
  • Improve retention and productivity.
  • Gain a competitive edge as a recovery-inclusive employer.

Benefits for Workers

  • Turn lived or learned experience in recovery into leadership.
  • Learn how to support peers while maintaining boundaries.
  • Join an ongoing Community of Practice across the construction sector.

Find the information that is right for you

I Want to Become a PSRN

Discover the role, upcoming training opportunities, and the application process.

Become a PSRN

I’m an Employer

Learn how PSRNs help improve retention, strengthen safety culture, and support workers.

Employer Information

I Want to Learn More

Learn how the PSRN Program is helping build recovery-inclusive workplaces across BC’s construction industry.

Learn More

Download the PSRN Information Sheet

Share the PSRN Program with your workplace.

Download PDF

Contact Us

For further inquiries please email psrn@bccsa.ca.

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Upcoming Training Dates

October 8, 2026

Venue: Coquitlam (Executive Plaza Inn)

Address: 405 North Road #1, Coquitlam, BC

November 5, 2026

Venue: Coquitlam (Executive Plaza Inn)

Address: 405 North Road #1, Coquitlam, BC

December 3, 2026

Venue: Coquitlam (Executive Plaza Inn)

Address: 405 North Road #1, Coquitlam, BC