Co-Lead of the Peer Support Team
Certified Trauma Services Specialist (CTSS)
Peer Support Specialist
228solutions Inc

Brad is considered one of the pioneers of the Peer Support movement in Canada. He has been providing this essential support to his community, his organization, and beyond for 38 years. As a retired police officer with over 33 years of service, he has learned firsthand the value of peer support. Because of his extensive training and experience, he is certified as a Trauma Services Specialist.

In 2014 he collaborated to create a training curriculum based on the 17 learning objectives published in the Mental Health Commission Guidelines for the Practice and Training of Peer Support. Brad is a co-lead of the Peer and Trauma Support Systems group at MDSC. He has provided peer training around the world.

As an advisor to Badge of Life Canada and the Haven, Brad has co-authored a number of publications to support wellness for first responders. As family man, Brad strives to lead by example with a strong emphasis on health and wellness selfcare and valuable connections with loved ones.