Tending the Writer's Flame

Schedule

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Bethlehem Centre, Nanaimo | Nanaimo, BC

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We invite you into our circle of 20 creative hearts
to write, dream, and track your muse
in a multi-day ritual space devoted to the writer within
šŸ“… Jan 30 - Feb 1, 2026
šŸ“ Bethlehem Retreat Centre | Nanaimo, BC
✨ Only 20 spots—secure yours today!
Choose Your Experience
Whether you prefer to commute or stay onsite for the full retreat immersion, we offer flexible options to fit your needs:
šŸŒ™ Stay Onsite (includes 5 meals + 2 nights’ accommodation in a private room)
šŸ›$820 CAD (Early Bird)
ā˜€ļø Commuter Option (includes lunch & snacks)
šŸ’° $515 CAD (Early Bird)
šŸ”¹ Early Bird Pricing Ends Jan 3rd, 2026
šŸ”¹ Payment plans available! Secure your spot with a 50% deposit.
More info: tendingthewritersflame.com
You are warmly invited to our fourth soulful writing retreat for those who long to reconnect with their muse and nourish the writer within. Whether you’re a seasoned author looking for fresh portals to access the spark of your inspiration, or someone seeking a space to connect with the landscapes of your imagination through writing, we invite you into this sacred sanctuary of creativity.

Surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Westwood Lake, you’ll be guided through transformative writing practices, rituals, myth, and nature-based contemplations that connect you to the power of your unique (non-AI) writing voice.

With Bethlehem Centre's restful accommodations, delicious food, and the opportunity for both indoor and outdoor writing, you'll leave the retreat feeling rejuvenated, deeply inspired, and profoundly connected to your creative essence. You will head home with a toolkit to sustain your creative fire.

ā€œCompletely shifted my perspective on writingā€ -2025 participant, Nanaimo, BC

ā€œI have attended many sacred and heartfelt circles - this by far has been one of the most powerful, transformative, creative, safe, authentic, and love filled experiencesā€ - 2024 participant, Victoria BC

~We will gather on the traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation with gratitude and respect.~
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