A free, community-powered gathering!

Hosted in Tla’amin Territory

Vancouver Island University
tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus
qathet, Powell River, BC

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Dialogue.

Food.

Friendship.

Share your perspectives, concerns, knowledge, and experience.

Talks & Tides is a free, community-powered event where people from all walks of life engage in dialogue about the issues shaping our lives and lands. It’s a celebration of shared humanity and friendship. 

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A Day of Dialogue
Free to attend. Everyone welcome.

  • Community Dialogue

    09:30AM - 5:00PM

    VIU, tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus

    Climate chaos, community division, burnout, disconnection … it’s all real. But so is our ability to meet each other with care, and move forward together.

    We can’t afford to stay siloed. This moment asks us to show up collectively. Bring your curiosity, your fears, your knowledge, your questions, and a dish to share. Come for one session or stay the whole day. Expect conversations big and small, facilitated dialogue, unstructured time and space to connect, plus food breaks that feed both belly and soul.

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  • Potluck Dinner

    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

    After a day of dialogue, conversations, and action, recuperate together with a shared meal. Sit with your fellow community members to debrief, foster new connections, or simply eat together.

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  • Party with Purpose

    7:00 PM - late

    This time we are teaming up with the Food Bank’s Fundraiser!

    Carlson Loft, Joyce Avenue

    Keep the energy moving on the dance floor with the Julio Avila Cuban Band - where great ideas, irresistible rhythms and cold drinks come together.

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    This is your moment to let loose, feel the beat, and celebrate the magic that happens when people who care about the place we all share connect through music and dancing.

    Come ready to move, toast, and keep the night alive.

    If you RSVP, we will have a ticket ($35) for your purchase ready when you check in for Talks & Tides.

    Alternatively, you can purchase tickets any time downstairs at the Carlson Club.

Are you ready?

Community members, organizers, Indigenous and non-Indigenous folks, young people, elders, families, newcomers, long-time locals, anyone who wants to listen, learn, and spend time together.

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