Entanglements:
A Scientifically Accurate Ocean Circus Show
June 6 - 7th
All proceeds go to PEPAKEṈ HÁUTW̱ Foundation and W̱SÁNEĆ Land Trust
Our first round is tickets is nearly sold out!
Check back on May 18th for the next ticket release.
Entanglements pairs contemporary circus with scientific research to tell the story of ocean deoxygenation and its impacts on local marine ecosystems.
In this exploration of ecological grief, resilience, and hope, audiences will be immersed in the stunningly diverse Barkley Canyon off the coast of Vancouver Island. Artists from Island Circus Space will bring to life the incredible characters who inhabit this ecosystem, guided by experts who understand these creatures and the threats they face under climate change.
All profits from the show will be donated to Indigenous charities on W̱SÁNEĆ land, where ICS is located and on which the show will be performed.
More Information
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Barkley Canyon is located approximately 100 km offshore, southwest of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
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This show is being produced & performed by volunteers, and all proceeds are being donated to local indigenous organizations PEPAKEṈ HÁUTW̱ Foundation and W̱SÁNEĆ Lands Trust Society.
You can learn more about both of these organizations and their work below.
Our
Partners
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Ocean Week Victoria was launched in 2020 to connect and engage the Victoria community by providing a platform to support ocean-inspired events on southern Vancouver Island.
Ocean Week Victoria is thrilled to be connected to the larger national initiative, Ocean Week Canada, as well as to broader international initiatives including the UN World Ocean Day and the World Ocean Day (Ocean Project).
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The PEPAKEṈ HÁUTW̱ Foundation is a W̱SÁNEĆ based non-profit organization based out the of the PEPÁḴEṈ HÁUTW̱ (Blossoming Place) Native Plant Nursery & Garden at the ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱ Tribal School.
They lead numerous restoration projects throughout the W̱SÁNEĆ homelands, in particular at SṈIDȻEȽ (Tod Inlet, Gowlland-Tod Provincial Park).
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The purpose of the W̱SÁNEĆ Lands Trust Society (WLTS) is to provide a place for land to be returned to the W̱SÁNEĆ people who were stripped of their lands through colonization.
The WLTS furthers this goal by accepting donations of land to W̱SÁNEĆ, restoring land harmed by colonization to ecological balance, and accepting monetary donations to facilitate their work.
Our
Sponsers
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Wilson Diving is a local Victoria dive shop that supports recreational courses, commercial services and repairs, and dive equipment rentals.
They offer a number of courses from the beginner friendly Padi Open Water Diving course to Divemaster and everything in between.
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The Northwest Aquatic and Marine Educators (NAME) is a “family” of educators passionate about oceans and watersheds. Their mission is to connect, engage and support people of all ages and backgrounds to learn and teach about freshwater and ocean ecosystems.
Visit the British Columbia chapter to learn more about local events.
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VIVA Dental is located downtown Victoria. Their primary goal is to provide you with high-quality dental care in a friendly, comfortable environment helping to keep your teeth strong and healthy at every age.
Call 250-361-8181 or visit their website to learn more!
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Address: 2590 Cadboro Bay Road, Victoria, BC, V8R 5J2
Phone: 250 704 1137
“Accepting new patients, and now accepting Canadian Dental care plan “CDCP.”
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Laurie and Fred, originally from Scotland and the Maritimes respectively, made the great migration from East to West. After both moved their lives to British Columbia, they met through their shared love for freediving and spearfishing.
The couple knew local snorkelers, freedivers, and spearfishers deserved a specialized shop on the island. They decided it was time to fully commit to their passion and opened their very own store in March 2023 at 839 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC !
