CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER Walk With Me – Comox Valley

This arts-based community action project seeks to uncover the human dimensions of the toxic drug poisoning crisis as it has unfolded locally in the Comox Valley. Within and through it, a group of artist-researchers, front-line workers and people with lived and living experience have banded together in a sprit of solidarity, attempting to come to terms with the impact of the crisis on individuals and community groups through a practice of story sharing. Through stories, we aim to cultivate awareness leading to change.

Please Note:

Each Story Walk lasts for approximately 45 minutes, and is followed by a Sharing Circle that is also approximately 45 minutes in length - where we serve soup and respond together to the stories. Walks begin and end at the Comox Valley Art Gallery, and travel through surrounding parks and neighbourhoods.

Please dress for the weather, including rain gear as needed and walking shoes. Listening options are available for people not wishing or able to walk.

Group Registrations: Should you have difficulties finding a time that works for your group, please call Sharon Karsten (Project Facilitator) 250-650-3794 to discuss options. This Eventbrite platform limits registrations to 6 people per group. Please contact Sharon if you wish to bring a larger group.

Parents/Guardians: Stories contain mature content, including accounts of individual struggles with addiction and stigma. Parental and personal discretion is advised.