We Believe
Play Is For Everyone!
Our goal isn’t to make everyone play the same way. It’s to help people play together in the way that fits them best.
A Simple Idea
Pop CoLab started as a simple idea: build a fun space where people rediscover the power of play. As we grew the concept and met others who believe play matters, Pop CoLab became more than a space; it became a movement. Today, we design play-based experiences for companies, families, and friends, and we grow a community of facilitators who bring joy and smart ideas to every session.
Founded by Donavan Robinson (Speaker and Strategic Play Thought Leader) alongside his partner, Lindsey Cabato-Robinson, Pop CoLab blends research with hands-on activities. Hence, teams feel safe, curious, and connected. Our goal isn’t to make everyone play the same way. It’s to help people play together in the way that fits them best.

The Foundation and The Three Pillars
At Pop CoLab, we design experiences and environments where people thrive, so teams understand each other, individuals know themselves, and trust becomes the foundation.
Building Trust
(The Foundation)
Build it fast, then keep it strong.
Trust isn’t a box you tick, it’s a muscle. It fades if you don’t use it. We strengthen it often with low-stakes, playful moments that lower guards, surface real voices, and create a sense of psychological safety. Frequent, intentional play helps maintain trust between projects, role changes, and difficult conversations.
Enviroment
Norms and spaces that invite curiosity, healthy debate, and focused fun.
Your environment shapes how you show up. It’s not just the room, it’s the flow, the prompts, the people, and the sensory cues. We craft spaces that make participation easy and inclusive, so energy rises and connection feels natural.
Self-Awareness
Know your play styles and strengths so people bring their best.
Growth starts with knowing yourself. Through guided play, people notice what energizes them, how they communicate, and where they add the most value. That shared insight makes teamwork smoother, roles clearer, and contributions feel purposeful.
What We Do
Trust is the foundation of great teams, and play is the quickest way to build it. We help leaders create environments where people feel safe to share ideas, challenge thoughtfully, and enjoy working together.
Why We Exist
We’ve worked inside agencies, hospitality, retail, and corporate. Different industries. Same problem: meetings multiply while trust doesn’t. Quarterly socials didn’t fix it.
Trust isn’t an event. It’s built daily.
Pop CoLab exists to close the Trust Gap quicker, inclusively, and in a way that teams can sustain without us. Fun is welcome. Outcomes are required.

Why Pop CoLab
Rooted in Experience
Built by entrepreneurs with 20+ years in hospitality, events, and community building.
Backed by Community
We collaborate with local facilitators, businesses, and creatives across Winnipeg.
Proven Impact
We turn “colleagues” into teams, quickly. Play builds trust, and trust is the foundation for long-term success.
C
Choose Curiosity
| Let go of the perfect idea. Follow what pulls you.
O
Own Your Perspective
| Your voice matters. Make it yours
L
Let It Be Messy
| Doodle. Wander. Change your mind.
A
Ask, Don’t Assume
| Collaboration grows through curiosity.
b
Be Bold
| Any step forward is brave. Take it.
Engaging
Think, DIY Craft workshops, mocktail-making experiences, and culture-based workshops— all led by local facilitators.
Community Focused
Pop CoLab is rooted in community and inclusion.
Customizable
Tailored to your team’s vibe and needs
Make & Take: DIY-style experiences your team can personalize and enjoy at their own pace.
Big Group Energy: Facilitated fun designed to get everyone moving, laughing, and working together.
Mindful Moments for Team Wellbeing.
(Perfect for Larger Group Activities of 15 or more)
Practical Tools for Personal + Professional Growth.
(Large Group Activities of 15 or more)
Guided Strategic Workshops + Play-Based Activities
A unique blend that sparks connection, creativity, and collaboration, resulting in meaningful experiences and lasting memories.
Helping Your Team Thrive Through Play, Purpose & Personal Growth
Online
Booking
Partnering for Success
We partner with companies committed to improving workplace culture through team-building initiatives and group activities.
Focus on People
We focus on the people—the individuals who make these companies thrive. We believe that integrating play into the work environment isn’t just beneficial; both companies and their employees need to flourish in work and in life.
Expert
Facilitators
By bridging the gap between innovative facilitators and forward-thinking companies, we’re building a more engaging, creative, and efficient work environment.

Enrich Lives
– Explore new skills, spark creativity, and build meaningful connections for personal growth and fulfillment.
Support Mental Health
– Reduce stress, boost happiness, and foster a positive mindset through engaging, play-driven activities.
Build a Better World
– Create a more connected, inclusive, and collaborative community through creativity and shared experiences.
The Founders
& Team
Lindsey Cabato- Robinson
Corporate Teams Account Manager | Co-Founder Pop CoLab | Curator & Owner at Made Here
As the curator and buyer at Made Here, Lindsey is passionate about sourcing unique, locally made products and crafting thoughtfully curated corporate gifts that tell a story and leave a lasting impression.
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