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Laughing Like Crazy

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We are thrilled to announce that our Laughing Like Crazy program is currently undergoing exciting renovations. We can’t wait to unveil the new and improved program in the Spring of 2026!

Laughter Is The Best Medicine!

Laughing Like Crazy uses the power of comedy to confront and break down the stigma associated with mental illness.

Laughing Like Crazy empowers audiences and participants alike, by unpacking isolation and anxiety, countering stigma, and building self-esteem. Looking at precarious times in one’s life through a humorous lens offers an influential perspective on mental health problems, generates confidence, and revitalizes communication skills.

In this 16-week course, participants write and develop a stand-up comedy routine relating their own experiences with mental illness.

In a support group guided by trained facilitators, participants learn how comedy can positively reflect on their mental illness.

We have excellent feedback from participants about the transformative power of this program in the recovery and management of their mental illness. Currently, over 100 people have graduated from this program! Several graduates have even gone on to be available for speaking engagements and shows.

Testimonial

I think peer support was a vital part of the Laughing Like Crazy program because we were going to be delving into very personal and specific experiences around mental health and our experiences with it. Therefore, I don’t think I could have done it with a group of people that did not understand what it was. I believe that comedy is a major factor in managing the wellness of my mood disorder. I hope that others can find it as valuable as I did.

Rob C.

Need More Information?

Email us at info@hopeandme.ca