
Frequently Asked Questions
Commonly Asked Questions
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The Living Centre is an eco-spiritual education sanctuary dedicated to regenerative living, holistic health, and Earth-connected wisdom. Located in London, Ontario, it has been stewarded for over 45 years by Shantree Kacera and Lorenna Bousquet-Kacera.
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The Living Centre weaves together regenerative living, permaculture, herbalism, eco-spirituality, Ayurveda, movement, and deep ecology into a cohesive way of life. Our offerings are rooted in embodied learning, guided by the seasons, and grounded in both ancient wisdom and modern understanding. Everything we do is designed to nourish personal, ecological, and cultural renewal.
About The Living Centre
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Each offering speaks to different aspects of personal and ecological renewal. Some focus on the practical skills of regenerative living, others invite deep inner work, and many weave both. We invite you to explore Our Programs or Our Calendar, listen to what calls you, and reach out if you’d like guidance in choosing a path that aligns with where you are right now.
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Workshops are focused skill-building experiences, often 1 to 3 days. Retreats are immersive, often combining rest, regeneration, and ritual. Mentorships offer in-depth guidance over several weeks or months with personal support, connection, and deeper transformation.
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Absolutely. Many of our offerings are designed for beginners as well as those looking to deepen an existing path.
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Yes. Our Teacher’s Path Diploma Courses offer in-depth training for those called to share regenerative, earth-connected practices with others. Whether you’re beginning your journey or expanding existing work in healing or education, these programs support personal transformation and professional growth.
Current offerings include:
Sevenfold Path of Peace
Ayurvedic Living Nutrition
Visionary Herbalism
Forest Gardening
Courses are open to all backgrounds and can be taken for personal enrichment or certification as a Living Centre instructor.
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Our cancellation policy varies by program. Please click here to view our full commitment & cancellation policy.
Programs & Workshops
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We are located just outside London, Ontario, at 5871 Bells Road, nestled on a 50-acre botanical sanctuary.
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You can register directly through our website. Each program page has a registration section with payment options and contact information if you need support.
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Yes. Many of our programs offer sliding scale pricing, flexible payment plans, and occasional partial scholarships. We also accept Afterpay and Klarna for those who prefer to spread payments over time. Our aim is to make these offerings as accessible as possible. Visit the registration page for each program or contact us directly to explore your options.
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Many of our on-site offerings include nourishing, plant-based meals prepared with organic and locally sourced ingredients. Accommodations vary and may include forest cabins, shared rooms in our eco-house, or tenting options beneath the trees. Full details are listed on each program’s page.
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Some of our offerings are family-friendly and welcome children. Programs that are open to families will be clearly noted on the event page.
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We offer seasonal tours and special events where you can visit and experience the land.
View Our Offerings Here