Sidrabene Retreat Centre, Burlington, ON

Originally conceived as a summer camp for the congregation's youth and a meeting place for exiled Latvians after WWII, the property has since taken on many different roles. In addition to approx. 60 seasonal cabins, several multi-purpose dwellings have been added to expand the property's usefulness, including a large main event hall with full industrial kitchen, Tuck Shop/Cafe and a swimming area featuring a salt water pool and splash pad. For the past 15 years, it has also served as the home of the Halton District School Board's Bronte Creek Environmental Leadership Program. Over the years, Sidrabene's beautiful and unique open-air Chapel has hosted countless weddings, Christenings and Confirmations, and sees twice weekly worship services during the summer months, as the congregation's members take advantage of its spectacular tranquil surroundings.