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flag A Victoria nonprofit combats loneliness with coffee invites and conversation-friendly cafes, reaching over 5,000 people.

flag In Victoria, British Columbia, a nonprofit initiative called Meet a Stranger, led by Carrie Parsons, is helping combat loneliness through low-pressure, in-person connections. flag Starting with handwritten notes offering coffee, the program now hosts monthly gatherings and partners with seven local cafes that display "Open to Conversation" signs and buttons. flag Over 5,000 signs have been distributed, creating welcoming spaces for introverts and others seeking connection. flag The effort aims to restore community interaction in public spaces and will return in December and January, with plans for a 2026 project to help seniors engage with technology through casual conversation.

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