Write Your Own Life is a creative writing workshop facilitated by professional writer Kate Lavut. Participants use writing as a tool to express what they are going through. By stepping into the role of the character in their own story, they gain perspective and distance from the noise of daily life, giving themselves a cleaner, clearer space to explore their feelings.
Who is this program for?
- People with cancer who want a creative outlet to process their experience.
- Caregivers, volunteers, and anyone connected to the Hope & Cope community are also welcome.
- No writing experience required.
- The workshop is open to all, regardless of age or gender.
- The program is bilingual and welcomes both French and English participants.
What does the program offer?
- A safe, supportive space to express yourself through writing, free from judgment or expectation.
- A bird’s-eye perspective on your own story, which can help reduce mental overwhelm and bring clarity.
- A practical skill you can continue using on your own time, long after the session ends.
- The freedom to write in your own voice. You do not need to be a “writer” to participate.
How can people join the program?
- Contact Hope & Cope at 514-340-3616 to register or get more information.
Important things to know
- Sessions are held once a month, on the second Wednesday of each month.
- The program is offered in a hybrid format: you can attend in person or join online via Zoom.
- Writing materials are provided. You only need to bring yourself, though you are welcome to bring your own materials if you prefer.
- The workshop is bilingual (French and English).
