# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NVC Retreat for Candidates & Advanced practitioners
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Rodger, Jacinthe, River, Mark and Janet are thrilled to invite you to an *In-person* NVC Retreat to be held 6pm Wed 8 July – 11am, Sun 12 July, 2026, near Ottawa, Ontario, CA.  Please SAVE the DATES to your calendars and RSVP below!
 
Certification Candidates Mark Legault, Ontario, CA and Janet Palmer, Michigan USA, are organizing this event alongside CNVC Assessors, Rodger, Jacinthe and River.  NVC learning and community are key goals, and we aim to offer a sustainable and affordable experience.   
#1. When, Where & Venue
When: Wednesday, July 8 (Check-in 3 PM) – Sunday, July 12 (Check out 11 AM), 2026
Where: Galilee Centre, Arnprior, Ontario (1 hr from Ottawa)
The Vibe: Chef-prepared meals, 35 acres of gardens, walking paths, labyrinth, a beach.
Note:  Some rooms have air-conditioning (AC); all other rooms have fans.
Parking: Complimentary parking onsite. 
#2. Canada & US Trainer / Assessor Team
Rodger Sorrow
Jacinthe Thériault-Fortier
River Dunavin
#3. Who is this for?
This Retreat is a "choose your own adventure" for the NVC heart❣️
Candidates: Ready for Pre-Assessment or wanting to observe/support the process.
NVC Practitioners: Explore certification, meet with Assessors, live NVC in community.
#4. Travel & Logistics - Air or Road
Getting to the Galilee Centre via Air or Land - some options:

Ottawa (YOW): 60 mins by car.
Ogdensburg, NY (OGS): 90 mins by car (Great for budget US flights via Breeze Airways).
Montreal (YUL): 3 hr drive or scenic train to Ottawa (Flights may be less $ than Ottawa).
Ottawa to Galilee Centre - Via rental, rideshare, Uber, Lyft, taxi. Free parking onsite.
Driving: Galilee Center Address: 398 John Street North, Arnprior, ON.K7S 2P6, CA. . 
 
#5. Participant Expenses (Accommodations, Meals, Tuition etc.) 
Item
CA $ / ~US $
1. Room & Board (onsite)
    (Paid Directly to Venue)
 
2. Meals Only (commuter)
    (Paid Directly to Venue)
Shared Room + Meals:      CA $515 / US $375
Single Room + Meals:        CA $655 / US $480

Commuter (Meals only):   CA $250 / US $180
2.  Tuition / Operating Expenses
 (Tuition, Venue Fees, Program Supplies, Materials, Sundries)
Early Bird (registration by mid-may) = CA $700 / US $510
Standard = CA $800 / US $585
Pay-it-Forward Tuition & Contribution = CA $900 / US $655
*Limited financial assistance is dependent upon contributions to the Support Fund and may be available upon application. 
Total Onsite Investment: 
Total Commuter Investment: 
CA $1,215 – $1,455 / US $885 – $1,065
CA $950 - 1,050 / US $690 - 765

[Note: 1st Meal will be 6pm Dinner, Wed 8 July.
Final Meal will be 8am Breakfast, Sun 12 July.]

#6. RSVP Request

To support our planning, will you kindly: RSVP Mark: OntarioNVCRetreat@gmail.com 

Please tell us whether you are:

1.   Committed to attend,
2.   Considering attending, OR
3.   Not planning to attend. 
 
We look forward to hearing from you and gathering together near Ottawa, July 8- 12, 2026!
You are welcome to share this invitation with others who may wish to attend!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arnprior/nvc-retreat-for-candidates-and-advanced-practitioners/200030113551837
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, trips-adventures, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 8

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Arnprior
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 398 John St N, Arnprior, ON K7S 2P6, Canada
- **lat**: 45.44359
- **long**: -76.35215
- **full address**: 398 John St N, Arnprior, ON K7S 2P6, Canada

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NVC Retreat for Candidates & Advanced practitioners being held?
  - **A:** NVC Retreat for Candidates & Advanced practitioners takes place on Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 398 John St N, Arnprior, ON K7S 2P6, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NVC Retreat for Candidates & Advanced practitioners?
  - **A:** NVC Retreat for Candidates & Advanced practitioners is organized by Espace CroisSens.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NVC Retreat for Candidates & Advanced practitioners is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Arnprior, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If NVC Retreat for Candidates & Advanced practitioners sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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