03/12/2026
🌿 NVC In-Person Retreat near Ottawa! 🌿
Calling all CNVC Candidates and experienced NVC practitioners! 🕊️
Rodger, Jacinthe, River, Mark, and Janet are thrilled to invite you to a unique "choose your own adventure" for the NVC heart. Whether you are ready for Pre-Assessment or simply want to live NVC in community, this retreat is for you!
📍 WHERE: Galilee Centre, Arnprior, Ontario (1 hr from Ottawa)
🗓️ WHEN: Wed, July 8 (3 PM) – Sun, July 12 (11 AM), 2026
✨ The Vibe & Venue
Imagine 35 acres of gardens, walking paths, a labyrinth, and a beach! 🥗🌊
Food: Chef-prepared meals included.
Comfort: AC or fan-cooled rooms available.
Parking: Complimentary onsite.
👥 Your Trainer / Assessor Team
Learn alongside CNVC Certified Trainers and Assessors:
👉 Rodger Sorrow, Jacinthe Thériault-Fortier & River Dunavin
Organized by Candidates: Mark Legault & Janet Palmer
💰 Investment (Accommodations, Meals & Tuition)
Option CA $ ~ US $
Shared Room + Meals $1,215 $885
Single Room + Meals $1,455 $1,065
Commuter (Meals only) $950 - $1,050 $690 - $765
Financial assistance may be available via our Support Fund—ask us for details! 🤝
✈️ Travel & Logistics
Ottawa (YOW): 60 mins by car.
Ogdensburg, NY (OGS): 90 mins by car (Great for budget US flights!).
Montreal (YUL): 3 hr drive or scenic train to Ottawa.
Driving: 398 John Street North, Arnprior, ON.
📩 How to RSVP
To help us plan, please email Mark at OntarioNVCRetreat@gmail.com by Sat, March 28! 🗓️
Please let us know if you are:
1️⃣ Committed to attend
2️⃣ Considering attending
3️⃣ Not planning to attend
We can’t wait to gather together and grow our NVC community! 🫂✨
Feel free to share this post with others who might be interested!
Warmly,
Rodger, Jacinthe, River, Mark, and Janet