The Co.

07/23/2025

Ever thought, “Creative Arts Therapy sounds cool… but what is it?”This episode of Coffee, Conversation, and Connection is for you 🎨 We’re breaking it down — what it is, what it’s not, and why it’s all about expression, not perfection. Come as you are — we’d love to connect and see if it feels like a good fit.✨ Book a complimentary 30-min consult through the link in bio or send us a message to get started. Questions? We’re just a DM away!

07/07/2025

Join us THIS SATURDAY!!

It is FREE, open to everyone, and filled with art, connection, and creativity.

POCKET GHOSTS by Dani Devereux
Saturday, July 12 | 6–7 PM
the CO. Chatham (208 Queen Street)

Dani is a UK-born artist now living in Chatham, working on big-name animated films like Pinocchio and Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse. Her show blends polaroid emulsion and sculpture to explore distance, memory, and human connection.

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We hope to see everyone at the Chatham location - light snacks and refreshments will be available!

07/02/2025

🎨 YOU’RE INVITED! 🎨

Join us at the CO. Chatham for two inspiring back-to-back art shows this July! Both events are FREE, open to everyone, and filled with art, connection, and creativity.

POCKET GHOSTS by Dani Devereux
📅 Saturday, July 12 | 🕕 6–7 PM
📍 the CO. Chatham (208 Queen Street)
Dani is a UK-born artist now living in Chatham, working on big-name animated films like Pinocchio and Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse. Her show blends polaroid emulsion and sculpture to explore distance, memory, and human connection.

CHAMPAGNE SUN & FLORA by Genevieve Champagne
📅 Saturday, July 19 | 🕕 6–7 PM
📍 the CO. Chatham (208 Queen Street)
Genevieve shares her personal journey through beautiful watercolours and handmade sun catchers — a celebration of finding light even in hard times.

Come meet the artists, experience their stories, and leave inspired 💛. No RSVP needed — just come by!

06/19/2025

✨ Art Show Invitation ✨

Champagne Sun & Flora – Find the Light!
🗓️ Saturday, July 19, 2025
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 the CO. Chatham

Join us for a beautiful evening celebrating the work of Genevieve Champagne, a longtime artist who believes in the power of creativity, nature, and finding light in dark times.

This show features her stunning watercolour florals and handmade sun catchers — inspired by her journey through struggle, stillness, and the reminder that light is always there, even when it’s hard to see. 🌸☀️

Genevieve’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and the courage to come back to your passions — not just for yourself, but for those who are watching. 💛

Come see her work, connect, and leave inspired.

Everyone is welcome!

06/18/2025

As part of their placement, each student completed a personal passion project, which they shared with us yesterday (with some well earned poutine from ). From diving into self-discovery to crafting powerful scripts, their work was creative, thoughtful, and truly inspiring! We’re so grateful for the energy, curiosity, and heart they brought to the CO. We wish them all the best on their next chapter!!

06/10/2025

✨YOU ARE INVITED!✨

POCKET GHOSTS — ART SHOW
Saturday, July 12 | 6 PM – 7 PM
📍 the CO. Chatham

Mark your calendars – this is one you won’t want to miss!

Our Artist in Residence, Dani, is a creator originally from the UK, who works remotely from her home in Chatham for feature animated movies. She has worked on Oscar award-winning movies such as Guillermo Del Toro’s “Pinocchio”, and seven-time Annie Award-winning “Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse”. Using polaroid emulsion and sculpture to create “Pocket Ghosts”, she hopes it will speak to those who feel fractured - split across space & time - whilst trying to maintain valid human connection.

We hope you can join us as Dani explores themes of distance, memory, and connection.

05/27/2025

We love this quote!
And full disclosure.. yes, it lives in our bathroom🤣.

What is a quote that’s helped you through a tough day, made you laugh, or has really stuck with you?

Share with us!⤵️

05/20/2025

✨Congratulations, Angel Bilagot!✨

Last week, Angel was honoured with the ATHENA Leadership Award at the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. It was such a special evening celebrating incredible local businesses and community leaders.

The ATHENA Leadership Award honours individuals who strive toward the highest levels of business and/or professional accomplishment, give back meaningfully to their communities, and open paths for others to follow.

We’re so proud of Angel for receiving this well-deserved recognition. It’s such a reflection of who she is and how she shows up in the world. She leads with heart, lifts others up, and puts so much care into everything she does. This award is just one more reminder of the impact she’s making, one person at a time.

Congratulations, Angel!!

05/06/2025

05/05/2025

Is Creative Arts Therapy covered by insurance?

The short answer: Usually, yes!

Angel Bilagot is a Registered Psychotherapist, which means most insurance plans cover her services. BUT—every plan is different, so it's always best to double-check with your provider.

✨ Angel is also approved under programs like NIHB, Jordan’s Principle, Blue Cross, EAP, VQRP, Homewood, Caldwell, and ICE — to help make sure care is within reach, no matter your path.

Do you have more questions?
Find some answers here: https://the-co.ca/faqs/

05/01/2025

Pssst...
Mother’s Day is sneaking up!! 🌸👀

Instead of another mug or candle,
what if you gave her a moment to slow down, explore, express, and just.. be. 🎨💛

Gift cards are available for our Chatham, Sarnia, or Windsor office! DM us or email info@the-co.ca.🥰

04/30/2025

You asked, we answered 💛

We just added a FAQ section to our website!

Wondering what a session is like?
-Is it right for your child?
-Do you need to be “good at art”? (Spoiler: you don’t.)
-It’s all there — easy, clear, and judgment-free.

Take a peek https://the-co.ca/faqs/ or message us anytime 💌 info@the-co.ca