Age: 28-35, White, charming, cute with a little bit of quirk. Coloured streaks in her hair Grew up together with Zorawer and now his partner Attentive to small details in everyday life, loves reading.

Tall, lanky Sikh man, untrimmed beard, must pass for 16-17 years old Must be fluent in English and Punjabi

Age: Passing for 16-17 years old, White Loves music

20s. Any ethnicity. During what is seemingly a podcast interview about her love life, Mira opens up about a significant relationship. Nervous, but excited and eager to do well, she listens closely and takes the interview seriously. As the interview shifts, she becomes more aware and guarded, realizing that things aren't what they seem.

Composed and observant, the Host runs the interview with quiet confidence. He maintains the same calm, professional demeanor throughout, even as the conversation shifts. He's determined to stay focuses and not engage emotionally.

KATIE, Female, 6, any ethnicity. Katy is Stevie’s best friend from the city. She has never been to a First Nation community before, and is excited to spend time with Stevie and her cousins. Katy loves learning new activities in nature – it’s different from where she lives, but so much fun! OPEN TO ALL

CORY, Male, 12, Indigenous. River’s basketball-loving friend. INDIGENOUS

ELDER, Male, 60+, Indigenous. An Elder who accepts tobacco from Stevie while attending a classroom visit. INDIGENOUS

MR. ELIJAH GREYEYES, Male, 2S, 20s-40s, Indigenous. Stevie’s teacher. A cool, young, caring teacher who is also the kids’ volleyball coach in the community. Preference given to 2S/Two Spirited people for this role. INDIGENOUS

Naomi is vibrant, magnetic, and effortlessly charming—the kind of person who lights up a room without trying. She’s fun, extroverted, and easy to get along with, often the life of the party, but beneath that ease is a deeply thoughtful and emotionally perceptive woman.

Peter is charming, intelligent, and quietly disarming. New to the city, he carries a sense of openness and curiosity that makes him easy to connect with—thoughtful in conversation, playful in moments, and emotionally present in ways that feel real. He isn’t intentionally careless, but he’s unanchored; he values his independence and the freedom of his current life, often avoiding difficult truths rather than confronting them directly.

Male, 40’s, white. The embodiment of spiritual appropriation—a guy who has built an empire by commodifying ancient practices. Draped in flowing white linen (because purity sells). Equal parts serenity and self-importance, his image is meticulously crafted. Charismatic yet dangerously persuasive, beneath the surface, he’s a master manipulator who uses his influence to blur boundaries and maintain control. Vibe: Krishna Das/Jarad Leto

BEAT THE CLOCK Black woman - playwright, unapologetically self-focused, a creative perfectionist. In Alana's desperate, chaotic quest to secure an apartment, last minute on July 1st, she accepts her classmate Bings unexpected offer to help, which challenges her narrow outlook. Through their whirlwind day together, Alana confronts her own flaws and begins to understand with Bing's help the value of empathy, sparking the first steps toward personal growth.

BEAT THE CLOCK Syrian. Radiates a contagious optimism, seeing possibility and hope even in the toughest situations. His presence is magnetic, a mix of humor and warmth that draws people in and makes him a natural confidant. When Alana faces the chaos of apartment hunting, Bing steps in without hesitation, embodying the role of a selfless friend who’s always there when needed. His support goes beyond mere assistance, revealing his deeply compassionate and generous spirit. ****MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER'S License****

BEAT THE CLOCK River is openhearted / wise / free-spirit - Indigenous

MILO Vietnamese-Canadian. Small in stature but towering in resilience. Since her father’s passing, she’s shouldered the responsibility of caring for her younger brother and heartbroken mother, stepping into a role far beyond her years. Her maturity contrasts with her youth, revealing a quiet strength and unwavering loyalty. In her pet Milo, Julie finds her only confidant—a silent friend who carries her secrets and fears, especially her worry about what lies ahead for both of them.

MILO . Julie’s mother Vietnamese MUST SPEAK VIETNAMESE & FRENCH / ENGLISH WITH ACCENT a woman frozen in the shadow of grief, struggling to find her footing after the sudden loss of her husband. Her once-vibrant presence is now muted, shrouded in a quiet sorrow that isolates her from her surroundings. The depth of her depression forms a wall between her and her children, leaving her adrift in her own emotions, unable to fully reach out to the family she still has.

MILO Vietnamese-Canadian. Julie's little brother, Kai, is a burst of boundless energy and charisma. Despite not fully comprehending his family's situation, he possesses an incredible ability to shield himself from sadness, determined to infuse his everyday life with joy and positivity.

ASSIMILATION: Korean-Canadian. Determined to carve out a life with her boyfriend, Charles, envisioning a future where they can share a space away from outside influences. However, she can’t ignore her growing discomfort with Charles’ close relationship with his mother, a bond that seems to cast a shadow over their own. As the story unfolds, Sylvia’s eyes are gradually opened to the complex, unsettling dynamics within Charles' family, sparking a transformation within herself that she hadn’t anticipated.

ASSIMILATION: White Charles is Sylvia's boyfriend and Muriel's son and possesses a boyish charm. He has a strong attachment to his mother and although he is not entirely human, he feels a deep affection to Sylvia.