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Our retreats bring together participants in the different Creating Connection groups across Canada and the general public. These gatherings have resulted in powerful and unexpected life-changing events in the lives of attendees. A typical weekend program might consist of these categories:
Events are arranged to allow participants to focus on the category in which they are most interested in. Individuals may also feel inspired to be adventurous and sample something new. There are plenty of opportunities for participants to gather together and share what they have learned, or to freely opt out of any activities and make use of the beautiful surroundings and environment for their own personal rest, meditation and reflection. |
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Facilitator's Workshop
Future 2024 Date TBD
Have you considered starting a Creating Connection group in your area? Are you currently facilitating a group and wish to exchange ideas and best practices with other organizers? This workshop is an opportunity to learn facilitation models, explore marketing tools, and experience a Creating Connection community.
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Barrie, ONFuture 2024 Date TBD
Experience community and connection through this full day of learning, meaningful discussion, meditation, music, healthy food, and authentic relating with others, followed by Earth Hour.
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London, ONFuture 2024 Date TBD
This no-cost retreat will include workshops and presentations, focusing on the theme of ‘Pilgrimage’. You will have the option to experience holistic mind-body practices, including mindfulness meditation, drum circle, walking a labyrinth, Tai chi, and meaningful conversation.
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Past Retreats
What is Enough?
Making Space for What Matters
May 30-June 2, 2024 | Samish Island, Washington
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“Consider the lilies of the field—they toil not, neither do they spin.”
Some of us worry if we’ll have “enough” money for retirement. Some wonder if our neighbors have enough food. Others wonder if they’re doing enough to help our troubled world. What is enough, anyway?
Join us as together we look at “enoughness” in terms of material goods, our spiritual selves, through a wider social justice lens and the climate and environment—and more.
We invite you to journey with us as we learn how to live more simply so that others may simply live.
Two and three night packages are available. Registration fees include accommodations, meals & snacks, and class sessions.
Some of us worry if we’ll have “enough” money for retirement. Some wonder if our neighbors have enough food. Others wonder if they’re doing enough to help our troubled world. What is enough, anyway?
Join us as together we look at “enoughness” in terms of material goods, our spiritual selves, through a wider social justice lens and the climate and environment—and more.
We invite you to journey with us as we learn how to live more simply so that others may simply live.
Two and three night packages are available. Registration fees include accommodations, meals & snacks, and class sessions.
Rooting Our Hearts
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A Taste of Nurturing Spirit
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Creating Community
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London, ONJuly 13, 2019
A day of learning, meaningful discussion, meditation, music, healthy food, and real connection with others. More than fifty participants from across Southern Ontario and New York State had the opportunity to sample the Creating Connection experience free of charge.
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Priceville, ONMay 31—June 2, 2019
A weekend of mind-body practices, lectures, and meaningful conversation. Through workshops, discussion, and lectures we explored the theme "What matters most" with a very diverse group of participants. Thank you all for making this retreat a very unique and memorable experience. Looking forward to seeing you soon!
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Brantford, ONFebruary 22-24, 2019
Our first winter retreat was a great success thanks to all those who braved the weather and chose to spend a weekend at Circle Square ranch. We explored the theme "Living life meaningfully together" with discussion, mind-body activities, and more.
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Vancouver, BCFebruary 24, 2019
A day to discover water as the healing wellspring of life
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Testimonials
“In a world that seems full of polarization, a place of unity where we move past our divisions is an oasis in the desert.”
“An escape from the city to connect and learn, open to everyone, welcoming and fun.”
“I had a wonderful experience with old friends and made new ones. Loved the accepting, non-judgmental atmosphere.”
“I was inspired to speak my desire and create connections in my own community, and now is the time!”
“An escape from the city to connect and learn, open to everyone, welcoming and fun.”
“I had a wonderful experience with old friends and made new ones. Loved the accepting, non-judgmental atmosphere.”
“I was inspired to speak my desire and create connections in my own community, and now is the time!”
About Us
Creating Connection is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities across Canada committed to sharing in authentic conversation, promoting meaningful activities, fostering holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action
Our communities engage in a variety of activities, including: coffee & conversation, adult colouring, book clubs, drum circles, weekend retreats, mindfulness meditation, yoga, lifelong learning & lectures, knitting circles, and more.
All are welcome regardless of background. Participants include individuals from diverse religious traditions, many who consider themselves “spiritual but not religious,” as well as those who identify as agnostic or atheist.
We are LGBTQ+ affirming.
Our communities engage in a variety of activities, including: coffee & conversation, adult colouring, book clubs, drum circles, weekend retreats, mindfulness meditation, yoga, lifelong learning & lectures, knitting circles, and more.
All are welcome regardless of background. Participants include individuals from diverse religious traditions, many who consider themselves “spiritual but not religious,” as well as those who identify as agnostic or atheist.
We are LGBTQ+ affirming.