The Society

Mara Station Retreat Society was incorporated under the Society Act of British Columbia on June 4, 2008. An application for charitable status is pending.

Mara Station Retreat Society presents
"Chocolates & Diamonds" Gala
Saturday, February 13, 2010 * 7 – 10 pm
The Art Gallery * 70 Hudson Street
For more details, please contact Candice:
(250) 804-0161

Board Members of Mara Station Retreat Society

Andrea Hoye (President)
Lynda Would (Vice-President)
Claire Scott (Secretary)
Dr. Alan Gow (Treasurer)
Marie Waddell (Director)
Stephanie Needham (Director)
Bonnie Smith (Director)

Executive Director:

Ginny Cox, RN, BN, MN

Board members, the Executive Director and several individuals who assist with Society operations are all volunteers.

Primary Purposes of the Society

To provide residential retreats for adults with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses
To help people develop skills of inner healing to manage the effects of life-threatening illnesses
To provide opportunities for bereaved persons and others to participate in healing and learning programs
To provide programs of education and support for health care professionals and others
To fund raise and receive donations for grants, financial assistance and honoraria, and to offset retreat costs