With the winds picking up, the air getting cooler and winter just around the corner, our skin is without a doubt scared! Living in Canada, dry, irritated and chapped skin is inevitable for many of us. Between the -40º winds and the dryness indoors, it’s hard to keep your skin moisturized and comfortable - but it is possible! Read more

Sea buckthorn oil is starting to make its way into the skin care market more and more, and for a great reason - it works wonders. This ingredient is truly a super skin saver. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, soothing, hydrating, brightening and toning all in one, while still being natural and organic. Read more

We all reach a point in our lives when we look in the mirror and the person looking back isn’t the same person we remember. Instead we see lines, sun spots, or imperfections. We are always our own worse critics. While there are things we can do to soften those imperfections and improve the health of our skin, aging is inevitable (trust us, we’ve looked into it). So do yourself a favour and the next time that you look in the mirror and notice all those lovely signs of aging, don’t think about what you would change. Own it, because you have earned every single line, and every single spot, living your life.  Read more

If you're new to meditation, the idea may conjure up images of Buddhist monks or new age hippies, but meditating doesn't have to be a religious experience, it takes various forms. For instance, a guided meditation is simple to follow and effective at easing many of our internal conflicts. Meditation can help to build patience, diffuse anger, build emotional intelligence, improve focus, boost creativity and induce a sense of calm.  Read more

Perhaps you haven't tried taking a yoga class, or you've mustered up the courage but found that it wasn't for you. There is a common misconception that yoga is not for everyone. The truth is that there isn't a particular body type or range of ability required to practice yoga. In fact, since there are such a wide variety of yoga styles available, the practice really is for every body. You can choose a class based on your own needs and desires. In addition, private and customized classes are available which are excellent for addressing specific concerns. Read more

Summertime is time for patios, laughter, swimming, camping and fun in the sun! Unfortunately, it is also time for mosquitoes, black flies and other annoying bugs - especially with all of the rain we've gotten this year. With all the chemicals out there and concerns for your health and the environment, it's hard to know what safe options you have when it comes to bugs.  Read more

Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep), or Psychic Sleep, may be loosely described as a form of guided meditation that relaxes and renews, although a brief description does not suffice to explain this profound, yet simple practice. Read more

Here at Ste. Anne's Spa, we always want to create the best experience for our guests and are always thinking of ways to enhance your wellness retreat, which is why we think there is nothing better than a massage to ease your daily tensions.  Read more

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Time to put away the heavy winter jackets, and break out the flip flops and fun summer clothes! After our long Canadian winters, it’s a breath of fresh air to be able to go outside and enjoy the warm weather. Before we get too excited, let’s not forget about protecting our skin and putting on some sunscreen. With so many different products on the market, it’s hard to know which sunscreen or SPF to choose and how to go about giving your skin the protection is needs and deserves. Read more

Worldwide, an estimated three hundred million people practice yoga and the numbers continue to grow. What is it exactly that draws us to this modern spin on an ancient art? There are countless esoteric reasons to practice yoga, but what is the appeal for a left-brained person? Yoga practitioners have known for years what modern science is beginning to prove. We now have concrete evidence that yoga is advantageous for the proper functioning of our minds and bodies. Read more