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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 […]

At Northern Edge Algonquin, our brand has never been just a logo.It has always been a reflection of the land, the people who gather here, and the spirit that continues to shape our work. Over the years, our visual identity has shifted alongside our programming, our language, and the ways people connect with retreat experiences.

A rare treat is coming to Northern Edge Algonquin very soon: a sauna and folklore workshop with traditional knowledge keeper, Dalva Lamminmäki. Dalva is a Finland-based folklorist currently on a Sauna Tour in Canada. We are excited to share that when she visits Northern Edge on June 4, she will lead a presentation followed by

This summer, The Edge is thrilled to present two extraordinary musical experiences that will uplift, inspire, and transport you into a world of sound and spirit. We are delighted to welcome David Hickey and Brenda McMorrow for two unforgettable performances open to the public that take inspiration from ancient traditions, as well as Gina Horswood

We’re feeling grateful for one of our own, Lindsay Morris, who is offering a 30-day Yoga & Meditation program for the purpose of peace, with all funds raised going to Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Canada. Lindsay Morris is a yoga teacher, a public servant with our federal immigration department, and has

Wow, we are over the moon! When you live (or host guest experiences) off-the-grid and on Solar Power, you quickly learn the impact of almost every decision related to your energy consumption. Over the years, we’ve carefully considered each and every upgrade we’ve made to the Edge, knowing that we were inching towards more and

How Powerful, Atomic, and Tiny Habits can Change Your Life (Yes, we’ve got a retreat for that!) Why the Habit Reset was created The Habit Reset Retreat was born from a simple question that the Edge Team was invited to consider in summer 2016:  What kind of retreat would you like to attend? At the

Who doesn’t love to have a grand vision for their life? We hear so often that it’s essential to focus on where we want to go. Talking about how we get there is not quite as exciting. How we get there can feel weedy and complex and it is probably the reason that so many