An Afternoon with Gillian Deacon:
A Love Affair with the Unknown ~ Leaning Into the Uncertainty of Modern Life
Sunday, February 1, 2026 — 1:30 pm
Join us on February 1 for a powerful and engaging literary afternoon with Gillian Deacon—journalist, television and radio host and bestselling author—as she launches her brand-new book, A Love Affair with the Unknown, Leaning Into the Uncertainty of Modern Life.
In this deeply personal and beautifully crafted work, Deacon reflects on resilience, reinvention, and the unpredictable forces that shape our lives. Her sharp insight, warmth, and candour promise a literary afternoon that is both moving and illuminating. Our host will be Lucy van Oldenbarneveld, award-winning journalist, television host, reporter, and communications specialist, known for her empathy, humour, and ability to bring out the heart of a story. Together, these two exceptional women will explore the themes behind Deacon’s new book, her creative path, and the search for meaning in the face of uncertainty. Expect an intimate, inspiring exchange that lingers long after the event ends.
Recognition of this territory
We welcome our guests to this ancestral territory of the Algonquin people who, for more than 200 years, have welcomed us all as their guests. Together, we acknowledge that we meet on unceded Algonquin territory. We acknowledge this with respectful thanks, commitment and action for reparation and reconciliation.
Reconnaissance du territoire
Nous accueillons nos invités sur le territoire ancestral du peuple algonquin qui, depuis plus de 200 ans, nous reçoit tous comme ses invités. Ensemble, nous reconnaissons que nous nous réunissons sur le territoire non cédé des Algonquins. Nous en prenons acte avec des remerciements respectueux, un engagement et une action en vue de la réparation et de la réconciliation.
