Hollyhock

Hollyhock is a registered charity, social enterprise, and retreat centre on Cortes Island, British Columbia. We are located on the unceded territories of the ƛoʔos (Klahoose), χʷɛmaɬku (Homalco), and ɬaʔəmɛn (Tla’amin) peoples, whose relationships with these lands and waters continue today. Founded in 1982, Hollyhock began as a gathering place where personal and spiritual development could meet environmental activism and social change. That connection remains central to our work. We welcome artists, educators, activists, entrepreneurs, and people seeking time to reflect, learn, and reconnect. Our immersive programs explore mindfulness, spiritual practice, health and wellbeing, creative expression, and leadership. Guests can participate in retreats and workshops, share meals, and spend time among coastal forests, gardens, and beaches. Through the Hollyhock Leadership Institute, we also support people working in social innovation, climate justice, and community change. Our commitment extends to the island community that sustains us. We prioritize local sourcing wherever possible, support regional producers, and are committed to meaningful employment and living wages. Across our programs and daily operations, our purpose is to renew people’s connections to themselves, one another, and the natural world.