The Next Chapter – Documentary Screening – Nanaimo July 28th
The Psychedelic Association of Canada
Vancouver Island University, 900 Fifth Street
Date & Time:
Meet the Panelists
Scott Paul Wright — Filmmaker, The Next Chapter
Scott Paul Wright is a filmmaker, writer, and producer whose work has consistently explored the human story behind larger subjects. With The Next Chapter, the subject is also personal — Wright came to psilocybin through his own experience at 68, reflecting the life stage of many of the people featured in the film. He joins us live for this Vancouver premiere.
Kenneth Tupper — Ph.D., Public Health Policy Consultant, Educator
Kenneth Tupper, Ph.D., is a public health policy consultant, scholar, educator, and host of the podcast Intonicated. An Adjunct Professor with both the University of British Columbia and University of Victoria, as well as former senior leader with the BC Ministry of Health, his work explores how psychedelics can foster learning, healing, and human flourishing across the lifespan. Drawing on decades of policy experience and his research on entheogenic education, Kenneth offers a thoughtful voice on why many older adults are turning to psychedelics to heal long-held childhood trauma, family conditioning, and patterns that no longer serve them. He recently co-authored a paper examining the emerging intersection of psychedelics and longevity science. More information about Kenneth is available at https://kennethtupper.ca/
Wes Taylor (Moderator) — Psychotherapist, Educator
Wes Taylor is a psychotherapist, educator, and leader with more than four decades of experience in healing and professional development. A foundational member of the Roots to Thrive team, he helps lead RTT’s Professional Experiential Training program, supporting the development of psychedelic-assisted therapy practitioners. Wes was an instructor in Vancouver Island University’s Psychedelic-assisted Therapy Graduate Certificate program and has contributed to the advancement of experiential psychedelic training in Canada. Drawing on extensive experience in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and transformational learning, he is committed to fostering ethical, relational, and evidence-informed psychedelic care and practitioner development. Respectfully living on unceded Snuneymuxw territory, Wes is also serving as Director of AVI Health and Community Services.
Presented by the Psychedelic Association of Canada in partnership with MAPS Canada, Roots to Thrive & Qi Integrated Health, Therapsil, & The Flying Sage
PAC is a national organization advancing ethical, evidence-based psychedelic practice and equitable access in Canada. Learn more at psychedelicassociation.net