There's An Open Casting Call For 'Hoarders: Canada' & It Sounds Super Intense
Here's who should apply. 👇
A room stacked with clothes and trash.
A Canadian version of Hoarders is in the works, and they currently have an open casting call for participants.
The website for the show encourages those who suffer from compulsive hoarding or know someone who does to consider filling out an application.
Narcity chatted with Pam McNair, an executive producer for Hoarders: Canada, about who they're looking for and how candidates will be supported through the filming process and afterwards.
Hoarders: Canada explores the world of extreme hoarding, providing an in-depth look at real-life stories of compulsive hoarding. Casting is now open: https://bit.ly/3OgROZI\u00a0pic.twitter.com/Io6sfTt5hc— Saloon Media (@Saloon Media) 1649778600
"Hoarders: Canada accepts applications from people suffering from compulsive hoarding," said McNair. "Our show takes a compassionate look at the disease, and there is no specific age or location required to apply — and the type of hoarded objects are widely variable."
Specifically, the show is looking for someone who wants the benefit of working with doctors, therapists and cleaning professionals who can help "transition the individual into a healthier environment throughout the course of the show."
They're also looking for someone who is willing to accept aftercare once the show is finished shooting to ensure they have support.
"Compulsive collecting of objects and an emotional attachment or reluctance to letting go of anything is the baseline of the disease," McNair explained.
"Living in an environment that is cluttered to the point of being unable to use certain rooms as they are intended (i.e. kitchens/bathrooms/bedrooms) is a sign that the individual could use our help transforming and maintaining a safer, healthier, hygienic living environment."
McNair noted that hoarding is a disease, not a choice.
"Our series hopes to be a part of each individual’s recovery, by overcoming the stigma associated with this condition and connecting these stories to an audience with compassion and empathy," she said.
"In the process, we will help support both an environmental and emotional transformation for individuals suffering from this complicated, challenging disorder."
The series, which will be produced by Saloon Media, a Blue Ant Media company, will have eight episodes and is expected to air in late 2022 or early 2023 on Makeful in Canada.
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This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity.
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