Nicole -

“ I attended my first meeting of The Second Place back in August 2023. At the time, I was struggling to move forward on a really big documentary film edit, largely because it is a personal creative project as opposed to a paid client project (I have a hard time prioritizing my own creative work). Not only has the group helped me reframe how I see my creative projects, but The Second Place has provided a judgement-free venue for me to break down big goals into achievable components, get advice on how to approach different obstacles presented by the project, and stay accountable to my work. Since joining, I've found a workable rhythm for my edit, and I'm finding joy in the creative process again!

What I appreciate most about The Second Place is the opportunity to receive support from a wide variety of individuals. Everyone who attends comes with different experiences and different goals -- be they work, health, personal, or otherwise. Together, we listen, ask questions, and help each other reach our goals.

The group is supportive outside of the accountability component too. When I first attended, one of the members was moving and needed help with their move. Many of The Second Place members offered vehicles, labour, and even furniture/kitchen supplies to help out! I was blown away seeing complete strangers offer their time and energy to others like that. All this to say, the group is a unique space to find support and community. I highly recommend checking it out!"