A 28-year-old PhD student and research assistant dealing with the end of her short marriage. She struggles with body-image issues and relies heavily on social media and external validation. Her life in Toronto is upended when she has to manage living alone, financial worries, and a shifting sense of identity.

An assistant advertising copywriter who initiates the separation from Maggie after less than two years of marriage. He shares a six-year college history with his ex-wife and comes from a lively Greek family. He handles finances more efficiently than Maggie and quickly attempts to distance himself from their past life.

An esteemed early modernist professor in her 70s. She serves as Maggie's academic supervisor and later offers her basement apartment to help ease Maggie's financial struggles. Experienced in marriage and loss, she provides practical advice to her younger research assistant.

A 31-year-old employee at the local online media company 6Bites. He has recently exited a four-year relationship and offers a calm, kind presence. He attempts to build a new connection with Maggie while managing his own recent heartbreak.

A charge nurse on a pediatric floor who connects with Maggie over their shared experiences with divorce. She is adventurous, fiercely angry at her ex-husband, and eager to dive back into the dating scene. Her proactive approach to her newly single status provides a sharp contrast to Maggie's depression.

A nurse working on a pediatric oncology ward and the calm voice of reason in Maggie's friend group. She balances her demanding career with a poised, slightly aloof demeanor. She is engaged to her partner Tom and regularly attempts to provide grounded advice to her struggling friend.

A reality television producer and one of Maggie's closest friends from college. He lives in an apartment inherited from a great-aunt and uses boisterous sarcasm to lighten the mood. He acts quickly to support Maggie when he learns about her separation.

A fiercely honest member of Maggie's college friend group who often delivers blunt interventions. She recognizes signs of depression in Maggie and directly addresses them. Despite her rough exterior, she provides practical support by holding onto Maggie's wedding rings and offering her a place to stay.

The empathic glue of Maggie's friend group who frequently sheds tears over minor events. She lives with her boyfriend Nour and acts as a mediator during conflicts. She consistently offers gentle nudges and resources to help her friends improve their mental health.

A mischievous cat originally shared by Jon and Maggie. She becomes a symbol of Maggie's lingering connection to her past life. Maggie frequently checks the cat's dedicated Instagram account to monitor her ex-husband's activities.

A professional therapist whom Maggie initially hires with the expectation of attending couples therapy. She provides a space for Maggie to express her fears and offers practical guidance to address deeper emotional issues.

Jon's former roommate who encounters Maggie at a restorative yoga class. He provides Maggie with unwanted updates about Jon's new life and briefly engages with her romantically.

Maggie's dad, who lives in Kingston and offers a quiet, supportive presence. Having gone through his own divorce, he provides his daughter with hard-earned perspective on relationships and active listening.

Maggie's mom, who resides in Kingston and worries about her daughter's well-being. She struggles to let go of past grievances regarding her own divorce but tries to offer supportive guidance.

Maggie's younger sister who regularly checks in on her following the separation. She is in a long-term relationship with Ed and contemplates starting a family, which sometimes causes Maggie to feel envious.

Maggie's coworker at the university who attempts to engage her in conversation and expresses concern for her well-being. She also volunteers at a local cat shelter.

A coworker of Maggie's at the university. He experiences strained interactions with her as her discontent festers.

A divorce attorney whom Maggie hires to manage the legal aspects of her separation. She charges a high hourly rate, forcing Maggie to carefully consider when to call her.