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BC Hearing Voices Showcase

Join us for a gathering of vibrant talents, life stories, and perspectives from people with lived experiences of hearing voices, psychosis, and more! See the human lens and ethos in the community. Connect with authours, artists, singers, and more!

During the showcase, we will be hosting a screening of the award-winning documentary CRAZYWISE directed by Phil Borges and Kevin Tomlinson! Hear indigenous and expert opinions on psychosis and spiritual crisis! See how hearing voices is handled around the world and how people were able to find strength and build meaningful lives!

Doors open at 11:45am at Gordon Neighborhood House, situated in downtown Vancouver, nearby Robson Street! Admission is by donation! Simply pay at the door! Enjoy light food and refreshments! (First come first serve basis) Interact with community members and experience all the wonderful things we have to offer in life!

Agenda:

  • 11:45pm-12:15pm
    • Doors Open, People Mingle
  • 12:15pm-12:45pm
    • Opening Remarks and Speeches
  • 12:45pm-2:15pm
    • CRZAYWISE Screening
  • 2:15pm-2:45pm
    • Closing Remarks and Talent Showcase
  • 2:45pm-3:15pm
    • People Mingle, Doors Close
BC Hearing Voices Network Study Club

Study Club updates for spring 2024

We’re excited to announce upcoming spring dates for the Hearing Voices Study Club! Starting March 13, join us at the Study Club in-person or online for snacks and conversation. The Study Club is a casual monthly meet-up focused on sharing ideas and discussing current issues related to hearing voices and other unique sensory experiences and beliefs. The group is drop-in and open to supporters/allies. You can stay up to date on upcoming Study Club topics/activities by joining the BCHVN mailing list.

The Study Club meets every second Wednesday of the month in the Chocolate Lily Room at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House in Vancouver. You can now also join us virtually on Zoom! Email us at studyclub@bchvn.ca for the link. Starting in March, the Study Club will be meeting slightly later, from 6:30-8:00 pm (PST). We will not be meeting in February.

On March 13, our Study Club meeting will be a little different! Join us for a community roundtable to share your thoughts on the topics that matter to you and the activities you’re interested in. We want to hear your ideas for the Study Club! Open to all.

The venue is wheelchair accessible, and free transit tickets are available for those in need. Please email studyclub@bchvn.ca or call 778-650-6916 with any questions.

Flyer for the Hearing Voices Study Club summarizing the information listed above. It features a colourful orange and green design with images of snack foods.

This project is funded by the Consumer Initiative Fund.

BC Hearing Voices Network Study Club

Study Club dates for Fall/Winter 2023

We’re happy to announce that the Hearing Voices Study Club will be continuing to meet at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House in Vancouver from 6 to 7:30 pm on the second Wednesday of each month for the rest of the year (August 9th, September 13th, October 11th, November 8th, December 13th). Come join us for an evening of learning, conversation, and snacks. You can now also attend the Study Club virtually over Zoom.

The Study Club is group for watching, listening, reading, and talking about media related to hearing voices and other unique sensory experiences and beliefs. It is open to anyone, including people with lived experience, loved ones, service providers, students, and other community members who are interested in learning. Light snacks will be served, and transit tickets are available. The venue is wheelchair accessible (please email for other accessibility questions). This group is drop-in – no RSVP required. Please note that this is not a support group.

When: 6:00 to 7:30 pm on the second Wednesday of each month (August 9th, September 13th, October 11th, November 8th, and December 13th)
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House – Chocolate Lily Room (Room 5)
800 East Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5T 1Y1

For the Zoom link to attend or any other questions, please email Anne at studyclub@bchvn.ca, or use our contact form.

This project is supported by the Vancouver Coastal Health Consumer Initiative Fund.

A flyer for the Hearing Voices Study Club summarizing the information above. It shows a photo of an open book with the pages turning.
BC Hearing Voices Network Support groups

New group for youth age 24 and under in Vancouver

There is a new Hearing Voices peer support group for young people (24 and under) hosted at Covenant House Vancouver on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. This is a drop-in group, meaning you don’t need a referral to come to the group, and you don’t need to RSVP. Keep reading for details, or visit our groups page to find an all-ages support group!

A graphic depicting multiple overlapping silhouettes of a face surrounded by speech and thought bubbles. At the top of the image is the text "Hearing Voices Group."

Meet a peer who hears voices and a supportive co- facilitator and know that you are not alone. Explore different ways of understanding the voice hearing experience. Explore the meaning voices have for you. This a drop-in group, no referral necessary. Snacks provided!

When: Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month, 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Where: Covenant House Vancouver, 1302 Seymour Street (2nd Floor)

Note: This group is for youth (24 and under).

For more information, contact Jas: 604 230 9446

BC Hearing Voices Network Study Club

New Study Club location for the spring

We’re excited to announce that the Hearing Voices Study Club is back at a new location! The Study Club will be taking place on the second Wednesday of each month at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House in Vancouver, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. The Study Club is a discussion group that meets monthly to read, watch, and listen to media related to hearing voices. The group is open to anyone who hears voices, sees visions, or has other unique sensory experiences or beliefs, as well as loved ones, service providers, students, and any other community members who are interested in learning. This group is drop-in – no RSVP required.

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Keep reading for more information, or visit the Study Club page for the most recent updates.

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