What does the Vancouver Island, BC
event cost and what's included?
Your registration and payment include what is listed below for a full seven days:
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Creative Women’s Week offers 22 rooms across two lodges, with space for a maximum of 24 ladies. Six guest rooms include private ensuites (toilet and sink) and are available on a first-registered basis. The remaining rooms are single-space accommodations with shared bathrooms. Only the final two registrants will be required to share a room. Register ASAP to secure single-space accommodations and the best room selection at no extra charge.
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All your meals, along with requested snacks and drinks (You bring no food or snacks at all)
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Full access to the accommodation kitchen for stocked late-night snacks and drinks.
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All your supplies carried in and out for you
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12 feet of powered table space (no setting up cords for you)
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Hot tub and sauna to relax and recharge
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Daily useful and generous table swag
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24/7 crop room
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Prizes for games
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Win Penny Parade prizes—see them on our Facebook page.
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Vendors for shopping
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Make and takes
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All the tools to use as listed on the sneak peek page of the website, which includes photo printing and the ability to digitize your negatives.
The investment in yourself for the week is $1245.00
Payment plan of your choice available
during the registration process
The only added expenses should you choose is purchases from the vendors or massage/reflexology (which can be covered by your benefits if you have them).
Welcome Crafters to Camp Imadene in Mesachie Lake, BC.
Home of all Vancouver Island Creative Women's Week Retreat Dates
You’re about to step into a beautifully immersive seven-day creative escape at Camp Imadene at Mesachie Lake, B.C. — a cozy, lakeside hideaway designed to help you slow down, settle in, and let your creativity take center stage. Nestled near the calm waters of Mesachie Lake and surrounded by Vancouver Island’s lush forested beauty, this retreat space offers the perfect blend of nature, comfort, and that “you can finally exhale” feeling.
Between crafting sessions, slip into the hot tub, wander outside for a breath of fresh air, or head to the on-site coffee shop to make your own gourmet coffee with fresh grounds—then lounge with friends in the relaxed hangout space (yes, there’s a pool table and other little activities to keep things fun). Whether you’re soaking, sipping, laughing, or simply sitting quietly with the trees and lake as your backdrop, the pace here is beautifully unhurried.
Get ready for the kind of calm that happens when everything is thoughtfully taken care of—and all you have to do is create.
The Team
Paper Escapades
with Chantal Archambault
Hello! My name is Chantal and I am the owner of Paper Escapades. I have been memory keeping since I was a teenager, and I have always loved being creative. I hold close to my heart creating a community where women lift each other up.
If there is anything you would like to order before the event, please email or text me, or
send me a message via Facebook. I look forward to meeting you!
(306) 551-0199
Photos of the Main Craft Space
Willow Lodge
Creative Women’s Week is excited to offer accommodations in Willow Lodge! This welcoming lodge features 10 bedrooms, each equipped with a private ensuite bathroom for added comfort and convenience. Guests can gather in the inviting lounge for group activities, creativity, or meetings throughout the retreat. You will also have access to a fully equipped kitchen for late night snacks.
Hot Tub and Sauna
After a full day of creating, the ladies of Creative Women’s Week can step into the warmth of the sauna and let the stress melt away. It’s a cozy, quiet escape to relax tired muscles, recharge, and enjoy a little well-deserved calm before diving back into the fun.
The ladies of Creative Women’s Week can slip away from their craft tables and unwind in the peaceful lakeside hot tub, surrounded by fresh air and stunning views. It’s the perfect place to relax, recharge, and share laughter under the open sky.
Lakeview Lodge
Creative Women’s Week is excited to offer accommodations at Lakeview Lodge! This cozy lodge features 12 inviting rooms, each furnished with a bunk bed and a comfortable double futon for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Shared washroom facilities are conveniently located just down the hallway, and a small lounge area is available for meetings, quiet conversations, or small gatherings throughout the retreat.
Ladies in this lodge also have access to the kitchen in the Willow lodge.
Around Town
Nestled in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, Lake Mesachie is a peaceful lakeside community known for its forested beauty, fresh coastal air, and relaxed West Coast charm. Surrounded by towering evergreens and calm waters, it’s the kind of place where time slows down and creativity flows a little easier. Just steps from the lake, you can enjoy quiet shoreline walks, watch the light dance across the water, or simply sit with a warm drink and take in the stillness. The natural beauty here creates the perfect reset between crafting sessions.
When you’re ready to explore, the surrounding Cowichan Valley offers scenic drives, hiking trails, and charming small-town stops. Visit nearby Lake Cowichan for boutique shops, cozy cafés, and riverside strolls along the Cowichan River. Nature lovers can wander forest paths, discover hidden swimming spots, or take in panoramic viewpoints that showcase Vancouver Island’s rugged beauty. Whether you’re craving a peaceful walk, a little adventure, or a relaxed afternoon exploring local gems, the Lake Mesachie area offers the perfect blend of inspiration and restoration to complement your Creative Women’s Week experience.
Wondering How to Get to Creative Women's Week?
All you have to do is click the red pin on the map below. Google maps will tell you exactly how to get to our venue!