BETHLEHEM HOUSE

This house, beautifully situated on Westwood lakeshore just outside Nanaimo, is run by the Benedictine Sisters - so you can expect gracious hospitality. There is a Labyrinth and good lakeshore walking trails. The House caters to groups and individual retreats, as well as offering retreat programs and workshops. Schedules are available upon request.

For more information:
Phone: 250.753.1763
FAX: 250.754.3744
e-mail: bethrt@shaw.ca
Address: 2371 Arbot Rd., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 6S9
Website: www.retreatsonline.net/bethlehem/

DOMANO RENEWAL CENTRE

The Renewal Centre is composed of the Domano Chapel and three attractively renovated hostels - a peaceful setting for educational and retreat experiences. Wholesome delicious meals are served buffet-style to groups. For individuals making a private retreat, cooking facilities are available. All guest facilities are warm, clean and comfortable.

For more information:
Phone: 250.964.4475 or 250.563.9878
FAX: 250.964.4741
Address: 6500 Southridge (c/o Box 7000), Prince George B.C. V2N 3Z2
Website: http://www.pgdiocese.bc.ca/

EMMANUELLA HOUSE OF PRAYER

The Enchanted Ground is on Saltspring Island and is available Sunday evening through Friday noon. It caters to 2 persons, although a group of 4 is possible. It is an attractive, well-resourced and hospitable house. Spiritual guidance is available on request.

For more information:
Phone: 250.537.5485 (or, 604.872.1312)
e-mail: revelaina@hyde.com
Website: www.hydes.com/retreat/index.html

QUEENSWOOD

Grounded in Christian faith experience, the Sisters of St. Ann and the staff of Queenswood provide programmes, which enable participants to deepen their relationship with God, themselves, others and the universe. Situated near Cadboro Bay on spacious, treed property, Queenswood provides a quiet and peaceful setting for a variety of educational and retreat experiences. Facilities for day and overnight groups are available.

For more information:
Phone: 250.477.3822
FAX: 250.477.3891
Address: 2494 Arbutus Rd., Victoria B.C. V8N 1V8

RIVENDELL

Rivendell is a place of peace and quietness that is rooted in the gospel values of Jesus and the practised traditions of prayer, silence, simplicity and hospitality. It offers a welcome to small groups and to individuals who are seeking spiritual renewal, respite and growth. It is accessible to people with limited resources and special needs. Rivendell is located on 61/2 acres atop Cates Hill on Bowen Island, a short ferry ride from the Horseshoe Bay terminal in West Vancouver.

For more information:
Phone: 604.947.0077
Address: P.O. Box #402, Bowen Island, B.C. V0N 1G0

WESTMINSTER ABBEY

This Benedictine community of men conducts a school and seminary. While hospitality is a mainstay of Benedictine houses, the Abbey's main focus is not as a retreat centre but as a religious community. The atmosphere is, therefore, austere and male and is not open to solitary female retreatants. Accommodation is comfortable and simple, as are the meals, and offers accommodation for one or more nights, for individuals or groups. It should be noted that there are no elevators in the guesthouse. The Abbey grounds offer pleasant walks, although for those with difficulty walking, might prove tiring, as there is no seating provided. The only bench overlooking the beautiful Fraser River Valley is high and not comfortable for prolonged sitting.

For more information:
Phone: 604.826.8975
e-mail: a30085@mindlink.bc.ca
Address: Westminster Abbey, Mission, B.C. V2V 4J2