team intrinsik
We empower joymakers to spread intrinsic joy
global
virtual events
We host a monthly inspiration call where Joymakers from all over share their lessons and give feedback. Everyone is welcome to joyn.
local
BC events
Our members host events all over British Columbia. If you live nearby, join the BC chat. You'll also get invites to all The Party Scientist's events.
definition
who's a joymaker?
Joymakers spread intrinsic joy — the natural joy that's possible through human connection, movement, and playfulness! They plan events, go out into public, or lead activities.
chief hug officer
gabriel Mccay
Gabe is the founder of the west coast hug emporium and Blue Lotus Creative. An entrepreneur and community-builder, he's produced morning dance parties, theatrical dance parties, and campouts.
chief party scientist
jacques Martiquet
Jacques is The International Party Scientist. He's led ceremonies for thousands of events—from 20000-person marathons to corporate events to music festivals. But his true passion is joy education.
OUR MISSION
on a Mission
We're on Earth to spread the anti-depressant effects of joy. We do this through community-building and joymaking—hosting experiences that evoke natural joy.
founder
The Story of
INTRinsik
Gabe and Jacques met at Shambhala Music Festival. Here, they were inspired by the creativity and joyfulness. But they wanted to be able to create that without drugs or alcohol.
my best resource
Free event hosting
email course
Made for community builders, you'll get 7 principles for bringing people together over 7 days.