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  • Home
  • What is Soul Space?
  • About Us
    • Soul Space Support Providers
    • Frontline Worker Advisory Group
    • Soul Space Steering Committee
  • Photo Gallery
    • Day Retreats
    • Weekend Retreats
    • Creative Events
  • Research & Resources
  • How you can help
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What is Soul Space and why is it needed?

​Frontline workers in the homelessness and harm reduction sectors work closely with people and communities who have experienced trauma, and among some frontline workers, have themselves experienced trauma. As they seek to support others and to balance the needs of their own lives, they can face challenges like compassion fatigue and burnout.

Soul Space intends to be part of the holistic care that can support frontline workers in their journeys as they face these challenges.  Soul Space helps frontline workers explore life’s big questions related to suffering and loss, bolster their sense of the meaning and purpose of their work and own lives, and strengthens their sense of hope by nurturing a deep self-understanding and compassion for self.  Soul Space recognizes that frontline workers bring to their relationship with care providers wisdom and insights from their own experience, professionalism, and skills in coping with traumatic events.

Why is Spiritual Care a key part of Soul Space?

​Spiritual care focuses on the yearning for meaning, hope, connection and comfort. This care offers a reflective presence for anyone in need, whether in the course of their regular life or experiencing stressful, life changing moments through a caring presence when frontline workers are feeling anxious, confused, lonely, disappointed or hurting.  Spiritual care nurtures a sense of being centered, connected and whole. It directs our attention both inward and outward, with an awareness of our individual and collective call towards a world that is more just, inclusive and equitable.
Retreat participants reflect on their experience at a Soul Space retreat

Past Offerings
If you have any inquires about previous offerings please email us: info@soulspaceottawa.ca

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We acknowledge that we do our work on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People, who have lived on this land since time immemorial.  We commit to honouring an approach of cultural humility and recognize that reconciliation and decolonization are not metaphors, but actions that require an ongoing and unwavering commitment to social justice and equity.