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​Rick would like to welcome you to a place of spiritual retreat in the Gatineau Hills. With his extensive pastoral background in CPE trained Hospital Chaplaincy Ministry-- the interplay for Rick of the Body, Mind and Soul relationship is one of vital import to be explored. So as well as having a quiet place apart to be with God in nature and in our little Irenaeus Chapel, we offer various spiritual workshops around the themes of personal and community 'renewal' within the role of an 'active Contemplative Prayer Lifestyle.' Rick believes this is crucial to experiencing a real life growth 'intermediate stage spirituality' that often has been missing within the institutional Christian tradition. He is also an ordained Anglican priest, an Associate member of the Order of the Holy Cross and is married to Melanie.


Consider a time apart for a day, an evening, or a couple of days in the Hills to pray, to reflect and discern or to journal God's direction


Nature welcomes you and inside relax with a comfortable Queen size bed


There is also a washroom bath and shower on the main level beside the bedroom which


​There is a Futon couch and beautiful sky-lite window views in the upstairs overlooking the garden and forests bordering Gatineau Park as part of our backyard waterfall pond


There is also a small Kitchen with all the necessities of fridge and stove and pots and pans and cutlery


We have connected next door a Chapel for prayer and meditation and weekly Eucharists as well as a Library on various aspects of Christian Spirituality


There are nearby Restaurants as well within a few minutes drive


Come to a place apart for spiritual renewal and enjoy the beauty


In a prayer retreat, the essential qualities like love and compassion are not just abstract virtues that are the property of saints and adepts.


​Anyone can develop these qualities in themselves by doing spiritual practices. As Jesus said, 'Come and stay awhile.'

​With our workshops and retreats this is what we endeavor to explore here in the beautiful Gatineau Hills.

4worldlovers: My desire to get more from meditation than an app could provide led me to a personal session with Billie.

And wow, that first session opened me up to a world of healing within me.

She was instantaneously my guide on a healing journey that, over a period of a few months, has led me back to my truth, who I want to be, and what I want from my life.

I am grateful everyday that a google search miraculously led me to Billie.

I continue to seek her support and guidance on this journey of life. Thank you Billie"

It is with a mix of deep sadness and profound joy that we write this heartfelt message to our beloved Gaia family.

As we get ready to depart from 209 Chemin Usher in Alcove on September 1, 2023, we would like to express our sincerest well wishes to Robert Hay, who will be transitioning the property back to The Yoga Garden.

Thank you Robert for allowing us to create, manifest and live out this beautiful journey in this magical space

We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every beautiful soul we have been fortunate enough to collaborate with, serve, and create a safe space for.

We are deeply honored by the trust that has been bestowed upon us. It is a privilege we hold in the highest regard.

It has been an incredible journey from beginning to present, made possible only by the remarkable souls who came together to dream this dream with us.

This is not the end for Gaia Wellness; rather, it marks the beginning of an exciting transition into a new and exhilarating adventure!

Beginning September 1, 2023, John has personally decided to step back from his position as Co-Owner and Director of Gaia Wellness. However, he will continue to be a cherished member of the Gaia Team in his new role as a Culinary Artist at our upcoming retreats to be announced soon.

Billie has extended a warm invitation to her soul sister and cousin, Sherry Quail, to embark on this new adventure together as Co-Directors of Gaia Wellness Retreats.

The Gaia Wellness Clinic in Barrhaven, ON will continue to provide private services with Billie. Following the completion of the transition on September 1, appointment availability will be expanded.

Gaia Wellness Retreats is delighted to announce that we will continue to offer our Personal and Group Retreats and Programs in Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, and other exciting Canadian locations yet to be unveiled.

Gaia Wellness will also continue making regular visits to Kawawachikamach, QC to bring our services to our dear friends of the Naskapi Nation.

With the same extraordinary team and our signature transformative retreats, we invite you to join us in discovering new locations and experiencing exciting programs that will soon be revealed.

Gaia Wellness Retreats is thrilled to announce a partnership with Embrace Retreats, bringing you an array of new luxurious and healing retreat experiences in Costa Rica, Mexico, and other international destinations soon to be disclosed.

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It is with profound gratitude that we express our deepest appreciation to our Gaia family for your continued, unwavering support.

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