A Gathering to Rest, Reflect & Reconnect
Why we are doing it & What to expect
Join your fellow doulas from across Alberta for two days of inspiration, community, and restoration. Whether you’ve been attending since the early days or this will be your first DAA retreat — this is your time to ground yourself in the work, gather with peers, and take a deep breath before the busy season ahead.
Retreat Highlights:
📍 Best Western Plus Chateau Inn, Sylvan Lake
📅 September 26–27, 2025
🧘♀️ Friday CPR • Headshots • Nourishing Workshops • Vision Boarding • Sound Healing • Community
🎤 Featuring Inspiring Guest Speakers:
Megan Murray
Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant + Midwife
Taking Care of the Birth Worker: Nutrition, Rhythms & Recovery
Includes snack samples, take-home resources, and a discount for a deeper consult
Isabel Fry
Reiki Master + Sound & Meditation Guide
Sound Healing & Vision Boarding for Birth Workers
Restore your nervous system and craft your personal and professional vision
🎟️ Early Bird Ticket Includes:
✔️ Welcome Mingle & Friday Dinner (Taco Bar!)
✔️ Saturday Workshops & Lunch
✔️ Welcome Gift Bag
✔️ Partial Coverage of Professional Headshots or CPR class (DAA will subsidize a portion; booking link and details coming soon)
Additional Costs Not Included:
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🩹 Optional CPR Certification (Friday Time/cost TBA)
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📸 Remaining balance of head-shot session
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🏨 Hotel Accommodations – Call to book Best Western Plus Chateau Inn Sylvan Lake
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Mention “Doula Association of Alberta” for our special rate
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🍽️ Saturday Dinner (Optional group outing – self-pay)
🎫 Ticket Info:
Early Bird (first 25 spots only) $135
After Early Bird sells out:
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$155 – DAA Members
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$195 – Non-Members
Don’t wait — tickets will go quickly!
-TICKETS ON SALE NOW-
Events
The Doula Association of Alberta is excited to offer meaningful training for doulas across the province. Learn more below!
Our PPE Training is available for anyone to purchase below!
If you are a member of the DAA, be sure to use the member's area when making purchases.
Upcoming Events
Members must RSVP to members only events using the calendar in your member's area.
Upcoming Events
Thu, May 22Virtual EventThe Doula Association of Alberta (DAA) invites you to our annual online general meeting, bringing doulas together from across the province! This event is open to all doulas, training doulas, and those interested in membership!
Multiple DatesThu, May 29CLOSED ONLINE MEETINGHey DAA Members! There is lots happening behind the scenes! Please be aware that there will be a Full team meeting with the DAA Board and Zone Liaisons. This is an important opportunity for internal discussion and planning.
Multiple DatesWed, Jun 11ONLINE ZOOM EVENTHave you heard about the DAA Birthworker & Business Coaching Call? It's an amazing opportunity to join Kristy or other awesome DAA Team Members for a virtual session packed with valuable insights and discussions.
Fri, Sep 26Sylvan LakeWe are thrilled to announce that early bird ticket sales and the thoughtfully curated agenda for Alberta's first-ever Doula Retreat will be coming soon! ✨ Reconnect. Reset. Reimagine. Join us for a nourishing weekend just for doulas and birth workers in the heart of Sylvan Lake.