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

Events

& 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!

Sept. 30 2024 | webinar | 12 - 12:45pm EDT

Walking Together in Truth: A Special Event with Shayla Stonechild & Sophie Grégoire Trudeau

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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. 

Transformed

v

"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

Seeking Your Next Wellness Retreat, Event, or Workshop Facilitator?

Join me in fostering a deeper connection to ourselves, our communities, and the askîy (land). My sessions are designed to promote intergenerational healing, cultural understanding, and a sense of self-worth.