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A stay with us
Escape the humdrum of daily life and come discover a home-away-from-home in the enchanting Mauricie region!
Stay with us
Step away from the noise of daily life and into a space of peace, harmony, and deep revitalization. Nestled in the heart of nature, our retreat centre is a sanctuary where time slows down and stress fades away allowing you to reconnect with nature and enjoy homemade freshly cooked vegetarian meals. While onsite, indulge yourself […]
Vegetarian Meals served at the Centre
Enjoy delicious healthy vegetarian meal in your home-away-from-home in the enchanting Mauricie region! Meals are served at the following approximate times: Breakfast at 8:45 a.m. Lunch at 1pm Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Kindly place your reservation at least 3 hours in advance. Please note that the kitchen is usually closed on Tuesdays.
Community Gathering
When: Saturdays Schedule: • 5:30 pm: Sudarshan Kriya session (open only to HP/YES+/SKY Breath Meditation graduates) - Free of charge • 6:40 pm: Supper - Free of charge • 7:30 pm: Satsang / Chanting - Free of charge Kindly place your reservation 24 hours before dinner. RSVP required. Donation are appreciated.
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Art of Living Part 2 Retreat - In Person
With Rashmi Nagendra
The Art of Silence - Art of Living Part 2 Retreat provides optimal conditions for quietening our mental chatter, going deep within and experiencing inner peace. The practice of silence has been used in different traditions and cultures throughout time as a unique pathway to personal discovery: consciously withdrawing our attention from outer distractions and observing silence for a […]
Intensive Silence Retreat - 4, 6 & 10 days In person
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Intensive Silence Retreat 4, 6 & 10 days - Online
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Christmas Celebration Dec 25, 2025
Intensive Silence Retreat 4, 6 Days - Online
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Intensive Silence Retreat - 4 In person
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
6-DAY Silence Retreat ONLINE
Now experience the depth of silence from the comfort of your home! PLEASE NOTE - We have MODIFIED COURSE SCHEDULES FOR PST, MST & CST suitable for the respective time zone. If required, please email retreat@artofliving.ca to request the detailed daily schedule. This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least 1 Art of […]
Deep Dive Retreat | IN-PERSON
With Hiteshini Jugessur
DESCRIPTION Experience the Ultimate Yogic Detox Our fast paced 21st century lives may sometimes leave us with little to no time to pay attention to our body and our health. The Sri Sri Yoga Deep Dive Retreat allows one to reverse the wear and tear and damages done to our bodies. Our powerful yogic processes allow you to get rid […]
Stepping Into Silence Retreat | In Person - In French
With Hiteshini Jugessur
This program will be conducted in French. Start your journey into silence with a strong foundation of breath. Silence is an age-honoured practice to still the mind, to give much-needed rest to our over-worked nervous and immune systems, and to discover the true joy of our being. Instead of being left on our own to the […]
Stepping Into Silence Retreat | IN PERSON
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. Start your journey into silence with a strong foundation of breath. Silence is an age-honoured practice to still the mind, to give much-needed rest to our over-worked nervous and immune systems, and to discover the true […]
Mahashivaratri Celebration - IN PERSON | Feb 26, 2025
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat - In Person
With Rashmi Nagendra
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat provides optimal conditions for quietening our mental chatter, going deep within and experiencing inner peace. The practice of silence has been used in different traditions and cultures throughout time as a unique pathway to personal discovery: consciously withdrawing our attention from outer distractions and observing silence for a few days can allow […]
Winter Special Intensive Silence Retreat - 10 days In person
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Mahashivaratri Online Celebration & Sankalpa
March Break Family Week - In French
With Art of Living Faculty
Rest & Rejuvenate - Couple/friends (English)
Rest & Rejuvenate: Your Invitation to Slow Down, Breathe, and Come Home to Yourself Welcome to the Art of Living Canada International Retreat Centre—your sanctuary for rest, renewal, and rediscovery. Tucked away in one of the most enchanting forests of the Mauricie region, our 300 acres of pristine wilderness invite you to step into a […]
March Break Family Week - In English
With Art of Living Faculty
Revitalize and Renew: 5 Day Seasonal Cleansing Retreat
With Nayna Trehan
Art of Wholesome Eating Retreat
With Nayna Trehan
Youth Teachers Training Course
This Training is for already existing certified Part 1 Teachers. If you want to add some fun and some Youth energy to your lives, we are offering something really exciting. This also includes a chance to make a real difference in the lives of Canadian Youth that are in need of these techniques and practices […]
Sanyam 1 | In Person
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. An Exclusive Program designed to understand the essence of eight limbs of Yoga. Skill In Action Is Yoga Ashtanga Yoga or eight limbs of Patanjali Yoga give the guidelines to attain a purposeful life while following […]
Ayurveda Panchakarma Bodywork Practitioner Training
With Nayna Trehan
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat - In Person
With Rashmi Nagendra
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat provides optimal conditions for quietening our mental chatter, going deep within and experiencing inner peace. The practice of silence has been used in different traditions and cultures throughout time as a unique pathway to personal discovery: consciously withdrawing our attention from outer distractions and observing silence for a few days can allow […]
Intensive Silence Retreat - 4, 6 & 10 days In person
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Intensive Silence Retreat 4, 6 & 10 days - Online
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Panchakarma Detox 10 days Retreat
With Nayna Trehan
Stepping Into Silence Retreat | IN PERSON
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. Start your journey into silence with a strong foundation of breath. Silence is an age-honoured practice to still the mind, to give much-needed rest to our over-worked nervous and immune systems, and to discover the true […]
Camp Santosh- Councillors in Training
With Mark Fry and Shreya Shah
Camp Santosh
With Mark Fry and Shreya Shah
Shravan Maha Rudra Puja & Sports
Shravan Maha Rudra Puja & Sports The month of Shravan is considered highly auspicious for the worship of Lord Shiva, marking a period of heightened spiritual energy. This grand Rudra Puja is performed to invoke divine grace, dissolve negativity, and bring peace and prosperity. Alongside the spiritual immersion, enjoy an exciting lineup of outdoor activities […]
Shakti Kriya - In Person
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
Shakti Kriya: Shakti Kriya, offered by the Art of Living, is a powerful yogic technique designed to deepen the experience of Sudarshan Kriya and meditation, and to tap into the body's innate energy reserves. It involves specific movements and breath work to activate energy centers (chakras) and connect with the "Kundalini Shakti," the subtle life force. […]
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat - In Person
With Maninder Singh Dhillon
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat provides optimal conditions for quietening our mental chatter, going deep within and experiencing inner peace. The practice of silence has been used in different traditions and cultures throughout time as a unique pathway to personal discovery: consciously withdrawing our attention from outer distractions and observing silence for a few days can allow […]
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat - In Person
With Hiteshini Jugessur
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat provides optimal conditions for quietening our mental chatter, going deep within and experiencing inner peace. The practice of silence has been used in different traditions and cultures throughout time as a unique pathway to personal discovery: consciously withdrawing our attention from outer distractions and observing silence for a few days can allow […]
Stepping Into Silence Retreat | In Person - In French
With Hiteshini Jugessur
This program will be conducted in French. Start your journey into silence with a strong foundation of breath. Silence is an age-honoured practice to still the mind, to give much-needed rest to our over-worked nervous and immune systems, and to discover the true joy of our being. Instead of being left on our own to the […]
Stepping Into Silence Retreat | IN PERSON
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. Start your journey into silence with a strong foundation of breath. Silence is an age-honoured practice to still the mind, to give much-needed rest to our over-worked nervous and immune systems, and to discover the true […]
Deep Dive Retreat | IN-PERSON, In French
With Hiteshini Jugessur
DESCRIPTION Experience the Ultimate Yogic Detox Our fast paced 21st century lives may sometimes leave us with little to no time to pay attention to our body and our health. The Sri Sri Yoga Deep Dive Retreat allows one to reverse the wear and tear and damages done to our bodies. Our powerful yogic processes allow you to get rid […]
Navaratri Special Intensive Silence Retreat - 10 days In person
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat - In Person
With Rashmi Nagendra
Art of Living Part 2 Retreat provides optimal conditions for quietening our mental chatter, going deep within and experiencing inner peace. The practice of silence has been used in different traditions and cultures throughout time as a unique pathway to personal discovery: consciously withdrawing our attention from outer distractions and observing silence for a few days can allow […]
Blessings Course
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. Fulfillment is a beautiful quality of the consciousness and gives one the ability to bless and be an instrument of healing. The Blessings Course offers an experience of abundance, contentment and fulfillment through unique meditation processes. […]
Sanyam | In Person
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. An Exclusive Program designed to understand the essence of eight limbs of Yoga. Skill In Action Is Yoga Ashtanga Yoga or eight limbs of Patanjali Yoga give the guidelines to attain a purposeful life while following […]
Intensive Silence Retreat - 4, 6 & 10 days In person
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Intensive Silence Retreat 4, 6 & 10 days - Online
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Sanyam | In Person
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. An Exclusive Program designed to understand the essence of eight limbs of Yoga. Skill In Action Is Yoga Ashtanga Yoga or eight limbs of Patanjali Yoga give the guidelines to attain a purposeful life while following […]
Intensive Silence Retreat - 4, 6 & 10 days In person
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Intensive Silence Retreat 4, 6 & 10 days - Online
With Ami Soni & Aditya Mahajan
This program is designed for the experienced meditator who has done at least one Art of living Part 2 or Art of Silence Program, and is looking to take their experience to a whole new depth. This program is designed to be more intensive, with more and longer meditations. Participants dive into silence at the beginning of […]
Stepping Into Silence Retreat | IN PERSON
With Swamiji Sadyojathah
This program will be conducted in English. If you require translation to French, please send a request to retreat@artofliving.ca. Start your journey into silence with a strong foundation of breath. Silence is an age-honoured practice to still the mind, to give much-needed rest to our over-worked nervous and immune systems, and to discover the true […]
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With Art of Living Faculty
Patanjali Silence – (Long Silence Retreat 9 days + Patanjali Yoga Sutras)
With Art of Living Faculty
Patanjali Spring - 11 days (Stepping into Silence + Silence 6 days + Patanjali Yoga Sutras)
With Art of Living Faculty
Art of Living – Long Silence Retreat 9 days
With Art of Living Faculty
Patanjali Yoga Sutra delivered by Gurudev | In Person
With Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Prerequisites: None Live Discourse delivered by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Unveil Wisdom • Awaken Inner Stillness • Master the Mind “The aim of Patanjali Yoga is to set man free from the cage of matter. Mind is the highest form of matter and man freed from his dragnet of Chitta and Ahankara (mind or […]