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Northern Edge Algonquin Becomes Rainbow Registered We are pleased to share that Northern Edge Algonquin has officially been recognized as a Rainbow Registered business through the Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC). Rainbow Registered is a national accreditation program that recognizes businesses and organizations that meet established standards for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion. Developed by the Canadian…

Northern Edge Algonquin donates to support the Dr. Jane Goodall Birthday Auction in support of community-led conservation initiatives.

This summer, The Edge is excited to welcome back Brenda McMorrow for a kirtan experience! Sunday, May 31, 2:00 – 3:30 PM Brenda McMorrow is a sacred music artist who is known for her unique and warmly embracing style of mantra medicine music, in which she blends elements of acoustic folk, world rhythms, and ancient…

Retreat facilitators are not just teachers or event organizers. They are leaders who create space for people to step away from everyday life and engage in meaningful experiences together. A good facilitator balances many roles at once: teacher, host, guide, listener, and community builder. So how do people become retreat facilitators? There is no single…

Understanding the Meaning of the Word The word “retreat” is used in many different ways today — from yoga retreats to spa retreats to vacation rentals described as “the perfect retreat.” But what does the word actually mean? The word retreat originally comes from the Latin retrahere, meaning “to draw back” or “withdraw.” Historically it…

Hosting a retreat can be one of the most rewarding experiences for a teacher or facilitator. It allows you to deepen relationships with your community, create meaningful transformation, and bring your work to life in a focused environment. But even the most beautiful retreat won’t fill itself. At Northern Edge Algonquin, we see retreat planners…