Female, 18+ to play younger, any ethnicity. Anxious, superstitious and deeply rooted in her small-town life, Tanya is convinced that car accidents are genetic after both her brother and father died because of separate accidents. Adrian forces Tanya to confront her irrational fears, however it’s not as much the driving she’s scared of, but rather losing Adrian.

Male, Late 20s, any ethnicity. Adrian’s abusive, controlling older boyfriend. He’s blue collar, but likes to take care of himself , always presenting nicely. He’s filled with pent up rage and a living an unfulfilled life, dissatisfied with himself but taking it out on others. His presence is felt in the house even when he’s not there.

Male, 21, Any Ethnicity. Feels completely alone, hopeless, and emotionally numb. Sees assisted death as his only way out, but is really just desperate to connect with someone. Nervous, quietly struggling, sweet, lost.

Female, 21, Any Ethnicity. Lost her family in a car accident a year ago and sees assisted death as a way to reunite with them in an afterlife she is convinced exists. In anticipation of her death, she’s spent most of her time drunk, doing something really fun, or both. Sees her last day alive as a celebration. Uses humour to deflect from her pain. Impulsive, emotionally guarded.

Male, 50s, Any Ethnicity. Physician at an assisted death clinic. Fatherly, empathetic. Wants to help his emotionally-suffering patients more than his job allows him to.

Female, 40s, Any Ethnicity. Nurse Practitioner at an assisted death clinic. Very by-the-book. Hides behind procedure to avoid the emotional toll of the job.

Female, late 20s, Iranian-Canadian. A poignant middle child with a sharp tongue, Anna has been the caretaker of the family since she was fourteen. Anna was prone to expect the worst which forced her to always run-on survival mode. A tough, hard headed young woman with a strong fear of abandonment (but she’ll never admit to it). Please note that this character is a first generation Iranian-Canadian who wants to learn more about her culture because she wants to find a way to connect with her dead mom.

Female, early 30s, Iranian-Canadian. A tenacious older child with a heavy-ness in her eyes, Ellie never had a chance to be a child. She was always forced to be the parent until she finally had enough and left at seventeen. Ellie’s resilient at avoiding but also holds onto a lot of guilt especially, for leaving her siblings behind. Please note that this character is a first generation Iranian-Canadian who doesn’t want to learn more about her culture because it’s a source of pain for her.

Male, mid-20s, Iranian-Canadian. The youngest with a hard time expressing himself. Sam is often forced to be the mediator between his sisters. Emotionally codependent with a heart of gold, Sam struggles with figuring out who he is outside of his family. Until he becomes possessed where he’s going to make sure his sisters know exactly how he feels. Please note that this character is first generation Iranian-Canadian. The tone of this role is EVIL DEAD.

Informed sales person at a jewelry store who helps Cal choose wedding bands and encourages him to consider the sentimental meaning behind each design.

An even-keeled and hardworking helper/server at Shandon’s who steps up during a chaotic rush and proves to be a capable, supportive member of Sydney’s team

The pragmatic director of the Blandford Community Centre who cautions Maggie that rural residents have been let down before and that she’ll need to earn their trust before her outreach program can succeed.

A frustrated guest at Sullivan’s Crossing who is put off by the chaos at Shandon’s and suggests going elsewhere for lunch.

A frustrated guest who explains that Shandon’s is severely short-staffed as Sydney and Ray struggle to keep up with the busy restaurant.

CARL 1. Informations de base • Nom complet : Carl • Âge actuel : 28 - 38 ans • Genre / Identité : Homme • Profession / Rôle dans l'histoire : Travaille dans un 9 à 5 qu’il apprécie 2. Apparence physique • Silhouette & Taille : Taille moyenne, carrure large, embonpoint, légèrement recroquevillé sur soi-même • Visage & Cheveux : Brun/noir court, paupière lourde, barbu, (lunettes?) • Style vestimentaire : S’habille simplement, il privilégie des valeurs sûres qu’il a probablement portées toute la semaine, plutôt que de s’aventurer dans de nouvelles tenues, il porte la même chemise à carreaux bleu pâle et blanche, avec un (débardeur en dessous. Il a des jeans troués au niveau des genoux - c’est son petit côté funk… On lui a dit une fois que ça lui allait bien et depuis il porte la même paire lorsqu’il sort. Accessoires : Running shoes. Petite chaîne discrète. Porte-téléphone autour de la taille pour y mettrenson Nokia 3310 • La palette de couleurs navigue dans le bleu • Voix : Bavard, dynamique, parle langage familier, accent québécois •3. Psychologie et personnalité • Traits de caractère principaux : Existentialiste à ses heures perdues, bon buveur, niais • Motivation profonde : Passer une bonne soirée et lâcher son fou • Centres d'intérêt : Il n’aime pas les fléchettes, mais se sent obligé de jouer quand ses amis en font.

BENOÎT 1. Informations de base • Nom complet : Benoît • Âge actuel : 28 - 38 ans • Genre / Identité : Homme • Profession / Rôle dans l'histoire : Carrière musicale ratée, il travaille dans une entreprise qu’il aime bien malgré tout. • Animaux : Allergique aux animaux. 2. Apparence physique • Silhouette & Taille : Taille moyenne, carrure mince - sec, la peau sur les os, posture droite. • Visage & Cheveux : Pas de cheveux, traits secs, mâchoire carrée (Peut être différent dépendamment de l'acteur). • Style vestimentaire : Chemise à manche courte trop large pour lui, petite boucle d’oreille noire. Pas de tattoo et pantalon noir. • Voix : Ton sec/agacé, parle langage courant, accent québécois. • 3. Psychologie et personnalité • Traits de caractère principaux : Fatigué, peu de patience, bon buveur, aime beaucoup ses amis malgré tout. • Motivation profonde : Penser à autre chose et essayer de passer un bon moment. Toujours un peu déçu des soirées, mais finit toujours y retourner. • Centres d'intérêt : La guitare. 4. Évolution souhaitée : Il commence avec peu de patience et déjà énervé, Benoît à la mèche courte avec Carl. C’est quelqu’un de pragmatique et plutôt radical, il représente une soi-disant raison. Les spectateurs prendront son côté sous les drôles déclarations de Carl. Benoît sera le pivot de l’histoire, lorsqu’il sera convaincu que Paulo ne viendra jamais, les spectateurs commenceront à le croire aussi.

Jess Adler's the kind of guy who would never put someone above himself. After recently dying in a freak accident, Jess decides death isn't for him and escapes the afterlife through the second chance doorway. Unfortunately, because his soul isn't deemed worthy, it doesn't work, prompting him to manipulate Zeke, an afterlife employee, to assist him in redeeming his soul, resulting in an unlikely friendship between the two.

Zeke is the well-meaning but socially awkward afterlife worker, longing for a genuine friendship with those around him. He was responsible for processing Jess Adler's death and for accidentally letting him escape the afterlife, later being manipulated by Jess to help him earn a second chance at life, resulting in an unlikely friendship between the two.

Beatrice is the happy-go-lucky equivalent of whatever human resources is in the afterlife. Following Jess and Zeke's antics, she is sent to reprimand the pair.

Layla - early to mid 20s female, South Asian and has a strong personality