The BC Schizophrenia Society (BCSS) is excited to announce Beyond Impossible: Navigating Stigma Through Stories of Strength—a special event for National Schizophrenia and Psychosis Awareness Day on May 24, 2025. 

Join us at the Cultch Historic Theatre in Vancouver from 1:00 pm to 3:45 pm for an impactful afternoon of storytelling and compassion!  

Beyond Impossible is designed to take the audience on an emotional journey—from awareness and empathy to connection and hope. The event will begin with a commentary on how we can bridge the gap between families and the resources available in their communities. 

The program will feature a moving monologue written from the point of view of a mother struggling to find care for her son as he is engulfed by the symptoms of psychosis. The reading will spotlight the emotional turmoil many families endure as they realise that their loved one has no insight into their illness and rejects any kind of support.

The event also includes a special recorded performance of “Impossible”, a song by Jim Cuddy that was created to support this cause. 

A panel discussion on the power of family in mental health journeys and Q&A session will follow the performances. The discussion will include panellists from a range of lived experiences and perspectives, including family members and caregivers. 

Event Details 

WHAT: A Monologue, Recorded Music Presentation, and Panel Discussion  

WHY: To increase awareness and acknowledge National Schizophrenia and Psychosis Awareness Day   

WHERE: The Cultch Historic Theatre at 1895 Venables St, Vancouver, BC 

WHEN: May 24, 2025, from 1:00 – 3:45 pm  

SCHEDULE: 

• 12:15 pm: Doors Open; Mingling and Light Refreshments    

• 1:00 pm: Welcome and Opening Remarks  

• 1:15 pm: Video Presentation of “Impossible” by Jim Cuddy  

• 1:20 pm: Feature Presentation – Monologue by Jill Daum  

• 1:50 pm: Panel Discussion 

• 2:30 pm: Closing Remarks 

• 2:45 pm: Reception and Reflection Activity 

• 3:45 pm: Event Ends 

Beyond Impossible will conclude with a reflection activity to offer audience members the opportunity to decompress and connect with each other. Our goal is for every attendee to leave feeling that they belong, that they contributed, and that they are part of something bigger: helping to eradicate the stigma surrounding schizophrenia and psychosis.

Together, we will listen and learn, offer support for one another, and advocate for a mental health system that better serves those living with severe and persistent mental illness, and the families who walk beside them. Together, we are Stronger than Stigma.

This is a free educational event that requires advance attendee registration. For those who are unable to attend in person, the presentations and panel discussion will be livestreamed via Zoom to our members and stakeholders across the province. The event will also be recorded to later be shared on YouTube.  

How to Register 

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This event is made possible by the support of Otsuka-Lundbeck Alliance. 

If you wish to help BCSS cover the costs of this free event, please consider a donation.