Our Holistic Approach
Through our holistic approach, including meditation, movement and maskihky (medicine), we foster intergenerational healing, promote cultural understanding, and support your journey towards self-worth and community well-being.
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2024
Movement
Offerings
June 2024 | VANCOUVER, BC
Medicine Circle Series
This four-week Indigenous-led wellness series at The Garden Strathcona brought together 26 BIPOC women and two spirit participants to explore the teachings of the medicine wheel through meditation, movement, and communal sharing.
June 25th | VANCOUVER, BC
Matriarch Movement x Takaya Canoe Tour
This special event, held on June 25th, 2024, invited 30 BIPOC women, two-spirit, and gender-diverse participants to reconnect with the lands, waters, and kinship in a meaningful way.
June 21st | Toronto, ON
Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day
This National Indigenous Peoples Day event brought together 50 participants to engage in a day of learning, wellness, and community, guided by Indigenous teachings and community.
NOVEMBER 2024 | VANCOUVER, BC
Fall 2024 Medicine Circle Series
Explore the teachings of the medicine wheel through meditation, movement, and communal sharing
PAST 2024 EVENTS
May 4th | Winnipeg, MB
Circle of Sisters: A Day of Empowerment
This special one-day wellness event brought together 50 Indigenous women, two-spirit, and gender-diverse participants to honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirit people (MMIWG2S+) across Canada, in anticipation of National Awareness Day for MMIWG2S+ on May 5th.
January 2024 | VANCOUVER, BC
Full Moon Medicine
Sponsored by lululemon, this immersive experience was dedicated to BIPOC women, two spirit and gender diverse participants and featured the wisdom and teachings of four Indigenous wellness facilitators. The evening brought together 30 participants for a night of personal and collective empowerment.
Coming soon!
Discover Our Transformative
Join the movement
Experience the medicine of our workshops and retreats in locations like Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver. Where we honor and amplify Indigenous led wellness practices and teachings to guide you on a journey of healing and connection.
Wellness
Retreats
Tkaronto Healing Retreat
TORONTO, ON | COMING SOON
Information about the latest retreat will go here. You can use this space to describe what the vibe will be, and some brief highlights your audience can expect to receive from this event.
Vancouver Healing Retreat
VANCOUVER, BC | COMING SOON
Information about the latest retreat will go here. You can use this space to describe what the vibe will be, and some brief highlights your audience can expect to receive from this event.
Coming Soon
ReFlEcTioNs
Retreat
2023 Matriarch Rising Retreat Vancouver
2023 Calgary Matriarch Rising Retreat
2023 Matriarch Rising Retreat Tkaronto
Explore the history of our wellness retreats, where Indigenous practices meet modern wellness techniques.
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"I feel so blessed and honoured to have been a part of this! Welalin."
Matriarch Rising Retreat x Calgary
Courtney
"I would love to see these hosted more often because i love learning about and hearing from other Indigenous people in the PA space."
Matriarch Rising Retreat x Toronto
Victoria
"Favorite part of the Matriarch Rising Retreat?" 'Sharing space with amazing Indigenous women.'
Matriarch Rising Retreat x VANCOUVER
Montana
"I loved feeling SO incredibly welcomed and learning about all sorts of topics related to healing, and the life force of what being a woman means. This BIPOC event is the first time I felt safe in a new environment. SO much love. Thank you x100!
MATRIARCH RISING RETREAT X VANCOUVER
Eve
"Honestly, offering this medicine for free for BIPOC is crucial for our collective healing. What an amazing day. Thank you so much. This is life changing."
Matriarch Rising Retreat x VANCOUVER
Doaa
"Thank you for your generosity. Love to see intergenerational interaction."
MATRIARCH RISING RETREAT X VANCOUVER
Carmen
"Thank you for creating such a beautiful, safe and brave space. <3"
MATRIARCH RISING RETREAT X VANCOUVER
Jess
"This was very healing. Thank you. I'll be back."
Matriarch Rising Retreat x VANCOUVER
Carly
"Hiy hiy, you're helping to heal the world!!!"
MATRIARCH RISING RETREAT X CALGARY
Nicole
"Beautiful experience and opportunity to be in community with other BIPOC women."
Matriarch Rising Retreat x Calgary
Anonymous
"Thank you for your time, energy & spirits. Each teaching was transformational and healing and I am so glad I made this a priority!"
MATRIARCH RISING RETREAT X CALGARY
Unknown
"What would you improve for future events?" 'This session was literally perfect.'
MATRIARCH RISING RETREAT X CALGARY
Larissa
The Matriarch Movement Difference:
Intergenerational Healing
Experience practices that honor the wisdom of our ancestors + current knowledge carriers and/or elders of that local territory.
Cultural Understanding
Engage in sessions that deepen your connection to Indigenous values and worldviews.
Holistic Wellness
Embrace a comprehensive approach to wellness, including yoga, meditation, and traditional medicine.
Discover the Unique Impact of Our Experiences
