Eliot Institute creates and supports an intentional, inclusive community of celebration, friendship, and joy with opportunities for exploration, spirituality, and growth for Unitarian Universalists, their families and friends.


Fall 2023 Newsletter


Winter Eliot Welcome

You’ll want to be at Winter Eliot when numerical magic happens—have you registered for camp?

President's Message

Read about the many efforts Kay Crider has pursued in service of the Eliot community as our Board President. Bouquets of gratitude for your effective work, Kay!

Administrator’s Corner

A generation of Elioteers have known Bev as the one and only Registrar at camp. We step into a new era as Bev retires and we welcome Calyn McLeod as our new Registrar.

Treasurer’s Report

Eliot’s fiscal health continues to improve—and we’re working to have an IPIC year in 2024!

Fundraising

We’re very close to reaching our 2023 fundraising goal. Your generous support is what keeps Eliot vibrant and growing.

Sharing our Camp Culture!

Clear your calendar for Saturday, 6 April 2024: it’s an all-camp, all-inclusive leadership retreat to share those secret ingredients that will help us cook up more of that Eliot magic…

Winter 2023-2024 Program

With the program “Changing our Stories”, buckle up for a bird-themed camp filled with humour and insights from the Canadian founders of the UU Hysterical Society.

July Eliot Highlights

It was a beautiful week spent cultivating self-awareness, self-discovery, and strengthening our community ties.

August Eliot Highlights

Rev. Mykal Slack’s program “Staying present for the realness of the moment” resonated with campers at multiple levels, promoting connections and deep listening. August camp also weathered a Covid 19 outbreak, which highlighted the resilience and compassion of our community.

Creative Arts Camp—looking ahead

The weather was hot; the art was cool… We’re looking to continue the run of truly awesome art workshops at CAE2024!

Tending Covenant

Ours is a covenantal community. What does it mean to you to bring your best self to Eliot as part of honoring that covenant?

Program Committee

Ever wonder how we end up with such amazing speakers for our camps? Check in with your Program committee for the scoop.

Eliot’s Eagle Eye

The Eagle sails into the sunset in homage to our retiring Registrar, Bev Hesterberg.