What happens at Ignite?

We are creating a container for men and non-binary folks to explore connection, deep sharing, and authentic vulnerability. We bring in skilled facilitators from all over the world (and locally!) to guide us on unique journeys through body, heart, mind and spirit.

The atmosphere is dynamic and full of possibility. There will be roughly 110 people at the event, so it is a great chance to meet like-minded folks of all ages, races, backgrounds and body types. This is a golden opportunity to learn about yourself and how to connect with others in a sober container.

​Do I need to be there the whole time?

You can come and go as you please throughout the day. And, we very strongly recommend everyone to attend the opening ritual on the first day! As well as the opening and closing rituals each day of the festival.

What should I bring to the festival?

You’ll want to bring:

• A pair of loose/stretchy clothes for movement

• Any clothes that make you feel expressive, sexy and fun

• A water bottle

• A yoga mat for yoga classes, or for cushioning to sit on

• A towel & single sheet (for some workshops)

• Optional: a journal to write in

• Optional: snacks and a lunch (note that access to a fridge may be possible but is not guaranteed)

What if I’m in a workshop and asked to do something I don’t want to do?

Self-care and consent are two of our core community guidelines. This means that you are never required to do anything that doesn’t work for your body, heart or mind. All of the facilitation is a suggestion: only you know what is appropriate for you in that moment. This means that at any point during a workshop, you can change the instructions in a way that honour your needs, choose to simply observe, or leave the workshop altogether.

What forms of payment do you accept?

You can pay with a credit card on the Registration page, or if you don’t have a credit card or want to help us save the 6% processing fee (thank you!) you can register by sending us an email with your personal details to info@ignite-fest.com and simultaneously submitting payment for the cost of your chosen ticket type by e-transfer (for Canadian bank accounts) or PayPal (for International accounts) to info@ignite-fest.com.

Are tickets refundable?

Tickets are refundable minus a $50 administration fee until June 10 2025, after which point tickets are non-refundable. However you are welcome to resell your ticket, just be sure to email info@ignite-fest.com to let our registration team know.

Is food provided at Ignite?

No, meals and drinks are not provided at Ignite. Participants are responsible for their own meals, and there is a plethora of diverse and excellent food options in the surrounding neighbourhood. We typically have a small by-donation snack table, though we recommend everyone to bring their own snacks if they anticipate needing them.

I just bought a ticket but there was no registration form. Did I miss something?

No you did not miss anything! If you buy a festival pass through the website, your registration happens automatically when you buy the festival pass using the information you provided for the purchase. If you have additional information about yourself that you feel the organizing team needs to know you can email this to info@ignite-fest.com. When you arrive at the festival you can create your own name tag indicating your preferred name and pronouns, as you like.

If you pay by e-transfer please send your personal information separately in an email to info@ignite-fest.com. Thanks!

What does “self-identified man” mean?

Masculinity and femininity are energies in the universe that some people choose to identify with. Even those who identify as “man” or “woman” are a complex interweaving of both of these energies. This weekend is for diverse people including those who identify as “men”, and those who are exploring their “masculinity”, as well as those who are operating outside of categorical gender constructions. As such, cis and trans men are both warmly welcome, as well as folks who identify as non-binary or gender fluid. The beauty of our time together is being in a flexible masculine-ish container and exploring relating through that lens. There will be no policing to make sure you are “man” enough.

Is this event just for gay men?

No. Men and non-binary folks of all sexual orientations and gender identities are welcome at this event. While some of the workshops involve sexual energy, many do not. Consider this event a way to learn to relate in several different ways: physically, verbally, emotionally, psychologically, sensually, and perhaps sexually.

I can’t afford the ticket price. Are scholarships available?

Yes, a limited number of custom reduced-price tickets are available for people who cannot pay the Concession Pass price (see this page), with prioritization to people of equity-deserving* groups (*read more here). You are also welcome to volunteer!

How can I help others attend?

Consider buying an extra ticket and passing it onto someone you know!

You can also make a donation and it will be earmarked for someone who needs a reduced-price ticket. To do so please send your donation via e-transfer or PayPal to info@ignite-fest.com along with an email to the same address letting us know. Thank you so much!

Is parking available?

There is limited pay parking in the surrounding streets, as well as parkades located nearby to the south-west on 7th and 8th Avenues at Cambie Street. However, we encourage people to use transit if possible. Broadway - City Hall and Olympic Village train stations are a short walk away, as are buses #9 & 17 (local) and 84 & 99 (express).