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    Light the Darkness

    Kingsway is proud to partner with WIN House (Women In Need), in recognition of International Women’s Day.

    From March 6 to March 29, experience an interactive, educational art installation of a 12-foot-tall model of a home facade with a powerful narrative. The display is located on the main level near Entrance 8.

    Designed by Tessa Stamp and built locally, the installation features a series of rooms that stand as a visual representation of real stories shared by women at WIN House. Each room, meticulously designed at scale, illustrate true stories of gender-based violence that WIN House has encountered. These rooms serve as poignant reflections of the resilience and strength of those who have sought refuge at WIN House, as well as raising awareness for the different scenarios.

    Every donation (minimum $5) made at the Tip Tap station triggers a light or sound in one of the rooms, bringing to life the impact of donors’ support. This immersive experience invites everyone to be part of the WIN House mission, fostering a community where every tap not only illuminates a room, but also helps Light the Darkness for those affected by violence.

    For full details, please visit WIN House’s website.

     

    How to Use Tip Tap Donations: 

    Step One: Donate with just a tap

    Step Two: Watch the magic unfold and immerse yourself in stories as lights illuminate the display and stories are shared.

    Step Three: Scan for your tax receipt. Minimum $20 donation.

     

    If you are not able to visit the display but would like to make a donation, please follow the button below.

    DONATE NOW

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    About WIN House

    WIN House has been serving Edmonton and area for over five decades, offering women, non-binary individuals, and children a safe place to flee. They are committed to providing safety, support, relief, and resources, as they own and operate three shelters in Edmonton. 

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    About Tessa Stamp

    Born and raised in Edmonton, Tessa Stamp is a multi-disciplinary artist who has made a career making big ideas come to life.

    A dancer first, Tessa has made her career in technical theatre.  This global industry took her out to sea for 6 years and allowed her to run away with the circus.  The last 15 years have been spent back in Edmonton where she has become an award-winning designer and builder in and out of the theatre, as well as an entrepreneur and mother, continuing to bring big ideas to life.

     

    The Build Team:

    • Designer – Tessa Stamp
    • Electronics – Juchli Engineering (Mike Juchli)
    • House Construction – Art Lab (Ivan Siemens)
    • Dollhouse Crew:
      • Jaclyn Segal – Head Carpenter and Design Collaborator
      • Emily Randall – Head Painter
      • Kiidra Duhalt – Miniature Seamstress and Drywaller
      • Patrick Lundeen – Assistant Carpenter

     

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    Thanks to Brookfield Residential, Stahl Peterbilt, One To One Printing, and Endura Paint, every tap on the display not only lights a room but also contributes to Light the Darknessguiding those affected by domestic violence towards a brighter, safer future.