Coffee Shop Quests Build Real Connections

Coffee Shop Quests Build Real Connections

Author: The Daily News Now! June 7, 2026 Duration: 2:16
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In Edmonton, Labo Coffee turned community connection into a sidequest game—where locals post requests for help or offer skills on a bulletin board, trading favors for coffee discounts and XP. Inspired by video games, co-founder Atty Vohra built a playful, low-stakes space for real-world bonding: one person swapped tarot readings for plants, another sought help with university admissions. With safety waivers and no tax help allowed, it’s a gentle nudge to step out of digital isolation and build friendships face-to-face—because sometimes the best rewards come from helping others.

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