truth hours v0: 'Origin Stories'
What shaped who you are — and why are you doing what you do today?
We all have that moment. The experience, realization, or quiet turning point that set everything in motion. Maybe it was a failure that redirected your path. A conversation that opened your eyes. Or simply the day you decided to trust yourself enough to start.
Join us for the first ever truth hours — an intimate gathering where student creatives & builders get real about the moments that made them. Whether you're a designer, founder, artist, or still figuring it out, come share the story behind your story.
No panels. No pitches. Just presence and authentic conversations that remind you why you started creating in the first place.
How it works
The stories → Up to 5 brave souls share their origin story in 5 slides and 5 minutes. Think less polished presentation, more campfire storytelling.
The connection → After each story, we pause for 5 minutes of group reflection. What resonated? What questions does it spark? What does it make you think about your own journey?
The space → Everyone else brings curiosity and openness. This is about listening deeply, feeling something, and maybe discovering a new way to see your own path.
What to expect
A room full of interdisciplinary creative students who chose vulnerability over small talk. Stories that might make you laugh, think, or feel less alone in your journey. Snacks, good energy, and the rare opportunity to connect with people over what actually matters to them.
This is for you if
→ You've started something (or desperately want to)
→ You're craving authentic connection over surface-level networking
→ You believe that our individual stories, when shared, create something bigger than ourselves
→ You want to be part of a community that upholds truth, authenticity, and collective excellence
Why we're doing this
Because creativity thrives in community. Because your story matters, even if you don't think it's "ready." Because in a world full of highlight reels, there's something radical about showing up as you are. We believe everyone is creative in one way or another, and we want to allow students to speak their truth.
We're not here to network our way to the top. We're here to connect, to witness each other's journeys, and to remember that behind every creative pursuit is a human being with a story worth telling. Let's make it happen together.
Ready to get real?
inspired by 555mtl (https://www.fivefivefive.ca/)