Couple's retirement

C.R.O.I.R.E in us

November 21-23, 2025 in the Eastern Townships

hosted by Cécile Cordier, founder of Espace Explora

Your retirement at

1,400 per couple

700/person

RESERVE YOUR PLACE AT THE RETREAT 🩵

Registration for the couple's retreat is made directly with Bora Boréal. Once your application has been submitted, our team will confirm your place within 48 hours.

After validation with the therapist, you will receive a secure payment link:

  • 50% of the total amount is required upon reservation,

  • The remaining 50% must be paid 30 days before the event.

Places are limited to 9 couples, so book early to guarantee your participation in this unique experience.

  • The C.R.O.I.R.E. en nous retreat is a group psychological workshop, not individualized psychotherapy. It is not suitable if you and/or your partner have :

    • intense relational distress, violence (physical, psychological or sexual) ;

    • significant untreated mental health problems, active addiction (alcohol, drugs, etc.);

    • or severe compulsive behaviours (e.g. gambling, sexuality).

    In these cases, individual or couple counseling is preferable (see the Ordre des psychologues du Québec directory: https://www.ordrepsy.qc.ca/trouver-aide).

    By registering, you certify that you understand that if these elements apply to you and/or your partner, your registration cannot be accepted. If you still register, the psychologist may exclude you without refund.

Frequently asked questions

  • The C.R.O.I.R.E. en nous retreat is for all monogamous couples who wish to strengthen their bond and invest in their relationship. The exercises are adapted to your gender identity and sexual orientation.

    You must be 18 years of age or older to participate.

  • This couple's retreat has 9 places, so a maximum of 18 participants will be present.

  • C.R.O.I.R.E. en nous is a workshop designed and led by Cécile Cordier, psychologist and member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec.

  • Retirement is a special time to be with your partner.

    For this reason, we ask you to come to the site without your children.

  • The retreat comprises several progressive modules. Each module is made up of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises and real-life situations. You'll be asked to reflect, share with your partner (and the group if you wish), and put yourself into action throughout the retreat.

    An e-mail with the detailed schedule will be sent to you a few days before the retreat.

  • No, you don't need to prepare anything before coming. All necessary equipment will be provided by the organizers.

    Simply make yourself available to participate in retreat activities.

  • Absolutely! This retreat is also aimed at couples who are doing well and would simply like to strengthen their relationship or make sure of the best practices to maintain in their daily lives. Investing in your relationship when it's going well is a great way to prevent moments of crisis.

  • If you're seriously thinking of splitting up, but a part of you - however small - still wants to work on your relationship and invest in each other, then yes, this retreat is right for you.

    However, if you feel in a state of intense emotional distress related to your marital situation, individual or couple psychotherapy may be more appropriate.

    You can consult the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec directory for help: https://www.ordrepsy.qc.ca/trouver-aide.

  • The pension is not suitable if you and/or your partner have any of the following:

    • Intense relationship distress

    • Presence of physical, psychological or sexual violence

    • Significant untreated mental health problems 

    • Active addiction (alcohol, drugs, etc.) or major compulsive behaviors (e.g. gambling or sexuality). 

    • Under 18 years of age

    In these situations, individual or couple counseling would be more appropriate. You can consult the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec directory for help: https://www.ordrepsy.qc.ca/trouver-aide.

    If you have any questions about these criteria, you can ask your question right here.

  • This retreat gives you the knowledge and practical tools you need to strengthen your bond and thrive in your relationship.

    If you're already undergoing couple psychotherapy, you can join the retreat as a complementary resource.

  • Yes, psychologists are bound by professional secrecy. Whatever you reveal to the psychologist present during the retreat is confidential. If you speak in front of the group, this confidentiality will be shared with the other participants.

    Here are the situations in which a psychologist must break professional secrecy: 

    • Situation of imminent danger for an adult (violence, suicidal risk...)

    • Situation of imminent danger or compromised development for a minor (abuse, violence...)

    • Judge's request

    With the exception of these situations, your confidentiality will be preserved.

Retirement terms & conditions

    • A deposit of 50% of the total price is required to confirm your registration.

    • The balance must be paid no later than 30 days before the start of the retreat.

    • A $500 security deposit will be taken the day before arrival and returned within 3 days.

    • Cancellation up to 45 days before the event: refund of first payment(50%), less $99 administration fee.

    • Cancellation between 45 and 30 days before the event: no refund of first payment(50%).

    • Cancellation less than 30 days before the event: no refund.

  • Yes, the retreat requires a minimum of 6 registered couples.

    If this threshold is not reached by October 23, 2025, the retreat may be cancelled and registrations fully refunded.

  • It's possible! At the end of the retreat, you'll receive a receipt with the following information: cost, duration, terms and conditions, price details, and the psychologist's contact details.

    You are encouraged to contact your insurance company to check whether the workshop is covered.