A warm living area features a leather couch facing a stone fireplace with a wooden mantle. A piano sits to the side, and large windows and a dining space extend into the background, creating a welcoming lodge atmosphere.

A bedroom with a single bed dressed in patterned bedding sits beside a window with beige curtains. A wooden desk and chair are placed along the wall, creating a calm and functional space.

A wood-sided building with a covered walkway is nestled among trees and greenery. A ramp leads to the entrance, blending accessibility with a forested outdoor setting.

A large dining hall with rows of wooden tables and chairs stretches across the room under warm lighting. Windows along one side bring in natural light and views of surrounding trees.

A meeting room arranged with tables in a square formation includes name cards, notepads, and a flip chart. Large windows and surrounding greenery provide a peaceful backdrop for group discussions.

URSA Retreat Centre

URSA Retreat Centre in Cochrane offers an inclusive forest retreat with flexible group spaces, shared accommodations, and easy access to nature. Set on 18 acres of streams, trees, and wildlife, this retreat features a 46-seat main hall, stone fireplace seating area, W.O. Mitchell library, recreation room, and a small private boardroom. Tables can be arranged for workshops, meetings, or shared meals, and wraparound decks with BBQs make outdoor dining easy. Guests can enjoy a barn with hall space for up to 60 people, a covered fire pit with seating for 20+, forested walking paths, and open hiking and fishing areas. The centre is fully wheelchair accessible, pet-friendly, and designed to welcome people of all abilities, making it well suited to community groups, family reunions, senior groups, and retreats of all kinds.