about us
our guiding principles
collective care is climate care
We believe that tending to our emotional wellbeing is inseparable from tending to the planet. Healing ourselves and supporting one another is climate action.
everyone is welcome
You don’t have to be an activist to feel the impacts of the climate crisis. We create spaces that are open, accessible, and affirming of all identities, experiences, and backgrounds.
solidarity over competition
In a world often shaped by scarcity and burnout, we choose collaboration, mutual support, and abundance. We’re building an ecosystem of care — not a hierarchy.
mission
Climate Wellness Network is committed to creating a positive impact on the emotional well-being of individuals affected by the climate crisis. By providing accessible resources, fostering community engagement, and promoting mental wellness practices, we strive to empower individuals to navigate climate-related challenges with resilience and hope.
vision
At Climate Wellness Network, we envision a future where individuals and communities across Canada are equipped with the tools and support needed to address climate anxiety, build emotional resilience, and collectively engage in climate action. Our vision includes a network of empowered individuals fostering a culture of care, connection, and sustainable well-being in the face of environmental challenges.
land acknowledgment
The Climate Wellness Network acknowledges that our work takes place on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the xÊ·mÉ™θkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and sÉ™lilwÉ™taɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
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We recognize and honour the longstanding relationships Indigenous peoples have with these lands, waters, and skies — relationships built on respect, stewardship, and deep interconnection. We are grateful to live, gather, and grow this work on these territories and commit to supporting Indigenous sovereignty, leadership, and healing as central to climate justice.
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The climate cafe model we facilitate is deeply inspired by Indigenous circle practices — traditions of coming together in community, listening deeply, and sharing with care. We acknowledge this lineage with gratitude and strive to approach our work with humility, relational accountability, and a commitment to decolonizing our practices.
the orgin story
The Climate Wellness Network (CWN) grew out of my own journey with climate anxiety.​
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In 2021, when catastrophic floods devastated my hometown of Abbotsford, I reached a peak of climate grief and overwhelm. On top of that, the annual wildfire and smoke seasons in Vancouver made it increasingly difficult to access the beautiful natural spaces of British Columbia that have always grounded me, especially during the summer months.
Even with years of work in sustainability and the film industry, I felt unprepared for the emotional toll of witnessing environmental destruction so close to home. I began to notice a gap in the climate space...
there weren’t enough places for people to pause, share their experiences, and process the emotional weight of the crisis together
When I discovered the climate cafe model, I found something that reflected what I was searching for—a place to gather in community, listen with compassion, and acknowledge the difficult feelings that come with living through the climate crisis.​
I first learned about climate cafes during a conversation with my friend and peer, Laurel Tamayo, while we recorded a podcast episode on climate anxiety and hope over at The Sustainable Act, my climate media agency.​​​
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Inspired by Indigenous circle practices, I started Climate Cafe Vancouver in 2024. From the very first gathering, I saw how powerful it was to sit with others who understood, and how much strength we could find in community.
climate cafe - july 2024 - vancouver, bc
Seeing the impact of just one local space, I imagined something bigger: a national network of climate care, one rooted in connection over competition, and designed to uplift the emotional wellbeing of those most impacted by the climate crisis. With the support of the Lawson Foundation’s Youth Action & The Environment Fellowship—which provided seed funding, mentorship, and coaching...
I began to build what would become the Climate Wellness Network
Today, CWN is growing into a collaborative, care-driven initiative that provides tools, facilitator training, and community spaces across Canada. I’m proud to work alongside a passionate team of volunteers who bring incredible energy and commitment to our mission.
At the heart of it all is a simple belief:
​Healing is climate work.
And no one should have to navigate it alone.
our partners & supporters
collaborate with us!
We’re excited to collaborate with partners who share our vision of building a more resilient, connected climate movement.
We’re currently seeking support from sponsors and community programming partners.
If you're interested in working together — whether to fund an initiative, co-host a climate cafe, or help grow our network — we’d love to hear from you.
Send us an email to start the conversation!​