Hiker, Nova Scotian accent, an odd man, a bit of a black sheep, who lives in an old house. He’s endlessly handy and can fix anything. He has a daily hike every day. He has folksy wisdom and is a real history buff. He tried to block Lloyd from developing a resort project and fought off displacement, but the truth is he never had the title to the land. He’s been in the same house his whole life. He yells at the radio. He has a host of health issues which he ignores. He has mystical theories nearing conspiracy. He has trauma from his childhood and family but it hardened him and now he has pride having survived it, and what’s-mine-is-mine protectiveness.

A scary thug with a thick Nova Scotian accent. He owes Steven a favour and agrees to go and scare Ben out of town.

Thick Nova Scotian accent, Mike grew up in a working class household with a scary father and 4 brothers. He struggled in school and got into trouble but found his place in construction. He rose up the ranks and is regarded as a tough foreman who got the job done. In the last few years he’s become a contractor for big development projects and he enjoys the upgrade but hasn’t lost his bullying instincts. He has a bad temper and little control over it. He loves his family. He has no sympathy for losers, having had to claw his way to the top. He is not above reno-viction, or displacement. He’s a fighter. The world is a cruel place so you have to get what you can. Don’t hate the player, hate the game. Mike sank $400k into a big resort project with Lloyd. After years of setting it up, Lloyd pulled out suddenly, mysteriously, and now Mike is waiting to find out the fate of the project. He has a lot of stress about this and wants it resolved now. Lloyd looked down at Mike, as elites always do. He immediately sizes Ben up as a rich brat but needs his investment returned and thinks Ben might have the answers he’s desperate for. An imposing man, not someone you want to mess with.

Barb, any ethnicity, Nova Scotian accent. Friends with Middle-aged woman, they are relentless gossips but polite and well-mannered. They’re friendly. They like stability and are a bit socially awkward so they lean on formality to get them through. They like quiet Halifax routine and don’t want it to grow. They complain about traffic. They talk about the weather.

Limited English, any ethnicity, all accents welcome. Trisha is a newcomer to Nova Scotia. She had a good relationship with Lloyd, who organized her express entry immigration and helped bring her family over. Trisha has had a long journey to Canada and lives a comfortable modest life in Halifax. She has her hands full with three kids and ailing parents but she’s strong and can handle it. She is a real community leader and loves a party. She is social, friendly, a little gossipy, but Christian, principled, and hard-working. She loves her family and runs the show. Lloyd met her when she was working with a cleaning company. He gave her a permanent job keeping the office organized and clean and the two became friends.

Middle-Aged Woman, any ethnicity, Nova Scotian accent. Friends with Barb, they are relentless gossips but polite and well-mannered. They’re friendly. They like stability and are a bit socially awkward so they lean on formality to get them through. They like quiet Halifax routine and don’t want it to grow. They complain about traffic. They talk about the weather.

Dr. Chang, any ethnicity, despite his name, light accent if any. Dr. Chang is an experienced psychotherapist. He is an avid reader, a gentle soul, a devoted family man, and an avid gardener and traveler. He swears by the Tao and Pema Chodron. He eats healthy, loves jazz, comedy, film, wears sweaters, walks his dog, plays piano. He is endlessly curious about people. He studied in Toronto but prefers the pace of Halifax. He feels no qualms about charging $250/hour. He was quite fond of Lloyd and enjoyed their conversations. His clientele are devoted. He is smart, wise, a bit shy, a great listener.

Any ethnicity, any accent. A no-nonsense, by-the-book receptionist. She stays polite but doesn’t take any guff from anyone. She is not ambitious but could easily have a better job. She likes being the boss and unimpeachable.

Andrew, any ethnicity with a Nova Scotian accent. Andrew runs the Hockey Arena. The job is a slog but he is proud, patriotic, and caring with the players who came through. He is in a loveless marriage and fills his life with hockey and recreation. He always suspected his wife of cheating with Lloyd but could never prove it. He’s handy, hard-working, grumpy, stern, and was a champion hockey player in his youth. He can still hold his own with a case of beer but has slowed down a bit. Tough but fair.

A precocious, curious boy whose imagination is alive at all times. He’s very outgoing and friendly.

A local rec-league regular, steeped in small-town rink culture. Watches Ben during a moment reflection.

Security guard stationed in the lobby of McKinnon’s development office.

A polite, slightly awkward restaurant server caught off guard by Steven’s rambling, unfiltered rant about lobsters.

An efficient restaurant staffer working the floor of the trendy seafood spot who is told by the manager to change the music.

No dialogue. Steven's 7 year old son. Ben tries to get to know Samson but his questions go unanswered. Samson is a little mischevious stealing Ben's towel as he showers.

Trevor, athletic build, is the son of the successful estate lawyer, Alex. Trevor puts more time into his gym routine than building his career and portfolio.

Limited English, any ethnicity, all accents welcome. Trisha's son, also a new comer to Canada. He is very excited to have received a horse in Mr. MacDonald's will.

white male, plus size- is a "look alike" and prosthetics will be applied Strong physical comedy is essential.

All ethnicities. Male. Very Slim, long hair, awkward and slightly uncoordinated type role Strong physical comedy is essential.

Very Rock n Roll, All ethnicities. Lean, athletic build. Looks like a drummer type look (doesn’t have to know how to play) She is our leader of the garage band. She’s dead serious about her music but has comedic ridiculous moments. Confident, sharp, physically expressive. Strong physical comedy is essential.