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One stop conference center
Kevin Penner
July 31, 2023
Unlock the Ultimate Event Experience at Wilderness Edge Retreat Centre
Calling all event organizers and conference planners! If you're seeking the perfect venue to host your gatherings, meetings, or conferences, look no further than Wilderness Edge Retreat Centre. We take pride in being the epicenter of celebrations, networking, and seamless event coordination. Our unique conference spaces cater to events of all sizes, and our central location in Canada, just a short 60-minute drive from Winnipeg, makes us the top choice for those desiring a forest and lake setting in Manitoba. With 25 year experience we have become the goto for events wanting a forest and lake setting in Manitoba.
Conference Center and Meeting Rooms Tailored to You
Whether it's business meetings, training sessions, presentations, conferences, or special occasions, our versatile room layouts can be customized to meet your specific needs. Wilderness Edge Retreat and Conference Centre offers affordable and flexible solutions, accommodating groups ranging from 8 to 350 people. When you book with us, you gain access to complimentary Wi-Fi, large screen TVs, and the option for in-room coffee and snacks. We take care of the details so you can focus on your event. Our Manitoba Room boasts breathtaking views of the Winnipeg River through one glass wall and overlooks our flowered courtyard through the other.
Your Conference Centre Checklist
- Location: Nestled in the picturesque town of Pinawa, surrounded by the scenic Whiteshell Provincial Park.
- Lodging Accommodations: Our complex houses everything you need – lodging, conference center meeting rooms, dining areas, courtyard, and outdoor activities – all under one roof spanning 84,000 sq. ft.
- Availability: Check our availability and get in touch with us.
- Suitability: Situated in a park-like setting, just an hour from Winnipeg, with over 100 guest rooms and 5 versatile meeting rooms. Our largest indoor room accommodates up to 200 people, and the expansive outdoor tented area can seat 300.
- Costs: use our PACKAGE BUILDER at the bottom of this page to get an instant quote on everything you need instantly!
- Staffing: Count on us to provide an event manager as your primary contact and a dedicated team to oversee food services, meeting room setups, and team-building activities.
- Facilities: Enjoy free Wi-Fi in both guest and meeting rooms, audio/visual equipment, microphones, tables, chairs, break-out rooms, a large central courtyard, outdoor hot tub, cedar sauna, tube and raft rentals, and various outdoor activities.
- Food Services: Never go hungry at our events! We offer full hot buffet breakfasts, lunches, and suppers, as well as a 9 pm snack to keep everyone fueled. Special diet meals and allergy options are also available.
Discover more about our incredible venue by reaching out to us using the buttons at the bottom of this page!
Event Rooms at a Glance
AVERY ROOM
- Capacity: 20 person occupancy
- Location: Lower level
MCCOY LOUNGE
- Capacity: 30 person occupancy
- Location: Main Floor
PINAWA ROOM
- Capacity: 40 person occupancy
- Location: Main Floor
- Additional: 2 adjoining breakout rooms that hold 8 people each
AGGASIZ ROOM
- Capacity: 160 person occupancy
- Location: Lower level
MANITOBA ROOM
- Capacity: 200 person occupancy
- Location: Main Floor
- Features: Overlooking Winnipeg River, Small kitchen
COMMUNITY ROOM
- Capacity: 500 person occupancy
- Location: Short walk outside
- Features: Full Stage and can also be converted to use as a gym
OVERFLOW AREA
- Capacity: 20 person occupancy
- Location: Main Floor
- Adjacent to McCoy Lounge
WHITE TENT VENUE
- Capacity: 200 to 600 person occupancy
- Features: Overlooking Winnipeg River, 60 Boat Marina, and Boreal Forest
Buffet Services Made Easy
Our buffet services, complete with special diet and meal options, simplify event planning. Government agencies, charitable organizations, businesses, and churches consistently choose us for their events. Located just one hour from Winnipeg, Wilderness Edge Conference Centre offers the best of Manitoba, combining your meetings or events with the beauty of the Boreal forest and eco-tourism opportunities.
Guest Room Accommodations
With over 100 guest rooms and suites, we offer a variety of accommodations suitable for solo travelers, couples, and families. Several rooms are equipped with kitchens or kitchenettes, and all feature log beds to ensure a relaxing stay.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to host your next event in a truly unique and beautiful setting. Contact us today, and let Wilderness Edge Retreat Centre turn your event into an unforgettable experience!
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Large meeting rooms
143 guest rooms
Catered meals
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One hour from Winnipeg
Located in Pinawa, East Whiteshell Provincial Park
25+ outdoor activities
Rafting, canoe rentals, snow boarding, hiking trails, etc.
Team building
Rafting, canoe rentals, snow boarding, hiking trails, etc.
Hot tub
Sauna
Free Parking
Firepits
Marina
Walking trails
Convenience store
nearby ATM
Golf Course
Beach
Pickle ball
Tennis
