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Program:
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Breastfeeding Companions - Peer Support Program
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Phone Numbers:
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905-799-7700 * 1-888-919-7800
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Toll-Free:
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1-888-919-7800
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Fax:
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905-696-8384
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Address:
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7120 Hurontario St
Mississauga, ON
L5M 2C2
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Street
Address:
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Telephone Support
Brampton
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Intersection:
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Hurontario St and Derry Road
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Location:
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Mississauga (Central Erin Mills)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
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Service Description:
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Telephone support from a committed, caring and trained volunteer who has breastfed. Connect with a Breastfeeding Companion before, or soon after baby is born
- Get encouragement
- Share concerns
- Build confidence
Program has volunteers who speak a number of languages
To Register for support or to apply to become a volunteer: https://www.peelregion.ca/parenting/clinics-programs-services/#bc
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Register online * Call the Region of Peel—Public Health at 905-799-7700
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Breastfeeding women requiring phone support
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Peel Region
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Last Updated:
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6/9/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=170950
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