The understanding that love is an action - a practice - not just a feeling, and that during hard times, it’s small acts of kindness, not grand gestures, that can have the most impact. Healing isn’t about fixing or striving for “perfection”; it’s about good enough - showing up, being human, and offering care in imperfect but meaningful ways. The Love Heals Project began as an experiment in simple, creative connection, exploring how everyday actions can build empathy, support mental well-being, and remind us that we’re all in this together.

Much like friendship bracelets, they’re about connection. Bracelets are easy to wear, visible on your wrist, and adaptable for many people. Using letter beads, they carry meaningful words - little doses of “word medicine” you can wear - similar in spirit to BRAINBOW’s Mantra bracelets. Love Heals Project bracelets are wearable reminders of our shared humanity, even across differences.

Nope. ❤️ This project is grounded in community well-being, creativity, mental health awareness, and compassion. It’s for people of all backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and experiences.

Absolutely not. If you can put beads on a string, you’re in. Workshops are relaxed, supportive, playful, and judgement-free. People often surprise themselves with how meaningful the process feels.

Bracelets are shared freely during community events and celebrations. In 2025, we distributed bracelets at the Smithers Regional Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards, at Smithers Pride, and Canada Day.

You can sign up for a workshop hosted by BRAINBOW Studio & EdGE. Workshops are free to join or by donation.
👉 See upcoming sessions and sign up

Or, bring people together by hosting a workshop for your own group.
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So many wonderful humans. 🥹 Workshops have included:

• youth, teens, and young adults
• parents and families
• neurodivergent community members
• local organizations and community groups
• educators, helping professionals, and everyday neighbours

Short answer: we’re not totally sure yet - but the story won’t end. The Love Heals Project started as a community experiment in kindness and creativity, and 5,000 bracelets is our big milestone. When we get there, we’ll pause, celebrate, and reflect:

• What impact did this have?
• What feedback did we receive?
• What do we want to try next?

From there, we’ll listen to the community and follow what feels right. Possibilities include:

• continuing bracelet-making as an ongoing tradition
• evolving into new creative kindness projects
• sharing the model with other communities, possibly in partnership
• weaving Love Heals into broader mental health + creativity initiatives

No matter what shape it takes, the heart of the project - creativity, kindness, and connection - will continue forward.

Participants say making bracelets feels fun, calming, and meaningful:

• “It was grounding.”
• “It felt good to contribute to something hopeful.”

Recipients often describe bracelets arriving at just the right moment:

• “A small thing that meant a lot.”
• “I felt grateful, and it brought a smile to my face.”

The Love Heals Project is currently active in Smithers, Telkwa, Houston, and Witset in northern British Columbia

Possibly - and we love the idea. Right now, the Love Heals Project is rooted in the Bulkley Valley, but we’re open to exploring how it might ripple out further. If your school, organization, or community group is inspired by this work, please get in touch. Depending on capacity, we may be able to:

• host a workshop in your community
• provide a Love Heals Project Kit with materials and guidance
• support you to create your own locally-rooted version

Our priority is keeping the spirit of the project grounded in kindness, inclusion, accessibility, and community well-being. Let’s see what makes sense for your context.