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A Playground
for Grown-Ups

We Help Teams, Organizations, and Communities Build Trust Through Playful Experiences.

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The best teams don’t all play the same way, they know how to play together.

We get it, finding the right activity for your team isn’t always easy. Whether it’s for team building, bonding, brainstorming, or just a little mid-week fun, planning can feel overwhelming.


But guess what? There is an easier way to make everyone happy, engaged, and connected, while keeping you stress-free when organizing your next team get-together.

Where Grown-ups Come to Play.

At Pop CoLab, we turn “team building” into something your crew looks forward to. Think less awkward trust falls, more playful, creative, and meaningful experiences that spark connection.

We do all the heavy lifting! You show up with your team, friends, or family and have fun.

Hands-on Workshops

Interactive, creative experiences that help teams bond while making something tangible together.

Curated Drop-in Experiences

Flexible, low-pressure activities perfect for diverse teams and busy schedules.

Workplace
Support

We help companies build stronger, more connected teams through creative experiences, employee wellbeing programs, and strategic culture support.

 

From DIY team-building and stress relief sessions to custom engagement planning, we’re your partner in making work feel more human.

Who We Play With

Corporate Teams & Workplaces

HR, office managers, and leaders who want to boost culture, connection, and wellbeing.

Groups & Gatherings

Birthdays, retirements, reunions, or just friends who want a night that isn’t dinner and a movie.

What You Get

Tailored Experiences

Share your goals in our quick intake form, and we’ll hand-pick activities that fit your vibe.

A Creative Facilitator Network

From makers to wellness guides to trivia hosts—we’ve got a growing crew of facilitators ready to bring the fun.

Stress-Free Planning

We handle the details. You get the laughs, stories, and memories.

Play-Based Experiences

Play is the fastest path to trust. Our hands-on sessions drop walls, invite real voices, and spark connection, fast. Delivered by a diverse network of local facilitators (including Indigenous, neurodivergent, and underrepresented voices).

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Strategic Workshops

Guided Strategic Workshops Combined with Play-Based Activities

A unique blend that sparks connection, creativity, and collaboration, resulting in meaningful experiences and lasting memories.

The
Fun(d) Lab

Welcome to the Fun(d) Lab

A playful new initiative by Pop CoLab, designed to help schools, teams, and community groups raise money and spirits, all through creative, hands-on experiences.

Whether you're fundraising for a field trip, team jerseys, or a community cause, The Fun(d) Lab makes it easy (and super fun) to engage supporters with custom DIY kits and Pop CoLab experiences that give back while getting crafty.

Workplace
Support

Helping Your Team Thrive Through Play, Purpose & Personal Growth

At Pop CoLab, we believe that work shouldn’t feel like... just work. We partner with businesses to create meaningful, engaging, and mentally supportive experiences that help teams feel energized, connected, and seen.

Whether you're HR, part of the social committee, or an overwhelmed team lead, we’re here to bring the spark back into your workplace culture.

Mentorship
Programs

Empowering Young Creatives Through Play, Purpose, and Mentorship

The Pop CoLab Mentorship Program is designed to ignite creativity, build confidence, and help young minds thrive through guided mentorship and hands-on experiences.

Whether you're a student with big ideas or a curious creator figuring things out, we’re here to help you grow through the power of play, collaboration, and creativity.

Youth
Entrepreneurship
Camp

Coming Soon!

Get ready to build, create, and lead! Our Youth Entrepreneurship Camp is designed for aspiring young entrepreneurs who are curious, creative, and ready to bring big ideas to life.

 

This hands-on camp offers a unique mix of real-world business skills, mentorship from inspiring entrepreneurs, and fun, play-based learning.

Keynote Talks

Play isn’t just child’s work, it’s the secret ingredient to creativity, connection, and resilience at every age.

Donavan Robinson, founder of Pop CoLab, brings this message to workplaces, conferences, and community events through engaging, thought-provoking talks.

How it Works

1. Tell us about your group

Quick intake form, easy as pie.

2. We curate the options

No endless Googling, we’ll narrow it down for you.

3. Show up & play

We run the experience. You enjoy the results.

Ready to bring play back?

Start planning today

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Our Workshops & Programming Activities

We Believe in Creating Memorable Experiences

Our team of skilled facilitators delivers a variety of workshops, from creative arts to team-building exercises. We're constantly expanding our network to offer new and exciting workshops.

Follow us on Instagram

Curious what Pop CoLab is all about? Check out our photo gallery to see snapshots of the creativity, connection, and good times happening in our space. From hands-on workshops to spontaneous moments of joy, our gallery is a glimpse into the amazing community that makes Pop CoLab so special.

Become
a Facilitator

Looking to facilitate or offer your own workshops through Pop CoLab?

Are you a dynamic workshop facilitator looking to bring your skills to a vibrant, playful, and innovative space? We would love to meet you.

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Let’s Stay
Connected

Tips, tools, and a sprinkle of play—right to your inbox. Be the first to know about workshops,

pop-ups, and creative happenings at Pop CoLab.

Subscribe to our newsletter

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Upcoming Events

Mark your calendar

  • Tue, Oct 14
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse)
    Oct 14, 2025, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse), 1 Lombard Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3, Canada
    The AI for Creativity series is a hands-on workshop program (Oct 14, 21) designed to help participants harness the power of artificial intelligence to boost creative thinking, streamline workflows, and unlock new possibilities in work and personal projects.
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Oct 15
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse)
    Oct 15, 2025, 12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse), 1 Lombard Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3, Canada
    Refresh. Refocus. Re-energize. With Lauren Best - Wellness Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist & Founder of Possibilities Universe.
  • Tue, Oct 21
    First Unitarian Universalist Church
    Oct 21, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    First Unitarian Universalist Church, 603 Wellington Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1C6, Canada
    Manitoba Opera Presents Wine Glass Paint Night With Goldie in Collaboration with Pop CoLab
  • Wed, Oct 29
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse)
    Oct 29, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse), 1 Lombard Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3, Canada
    A frightfully fun way to get creative this Halloween!
  • Fri, Oct 31
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse)
    Oct 31, 2025, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
    Pop CoLab (Richardson Centre Concourse), 1 Lombard Ave R4, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3, Canada
    Get ready for an inspiring afternoon of connection, courage, and community.

Testimonials

The Nice Things People Are Saying

"I wanted to let you know that everyone absolutely loved the session – they said the drinks were awesome, they had a ton of fun making the mocktails and appreciated doing something new and exciting. I’m sure we’ll be reaching out for future sessions.."
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Myckella McElroy

Richardson International Limited

"We had an absolute blast during our recent staff development workshop hosted at Pop! We got to experience the 'Power Of Play' while also coming together to collaborate and learn as a team. The design and layout of the space allowed for focus and fun – while also creating a comfortable environment to push outside of comfort zones and try new things."
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Andrew Kussy

Exec. Dir. The Dream Factory

"Working with Pop Colab was such a great experience! Donavan went above and beyond to bring our vision to life. We just told him what we wanted, and he took care of everything, from finding the right team to delivering amazing programming, all within our budget. It saved us so much time and hassle. Pop Colab is definitely on our list for next year!."
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Mercy Oluwafemi

The Winnipeg Foundation

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