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One of the only destination studios in Canada, Pine Island Studio & Retreat is a fully equipped, world-class music studio and creative retreat on a secluded island on Stoney Lake.

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Located just 2 hours east of Toronto, Pine Island Retreat was built as a labor of love, a contribution to the culture and a support system for the community of creators who transform our world with their art. There is no catch—only the sincere aim to enrich, inspire, and rejuvenate artists.
Built and operated by passionate music makers with decades of experience, Pine Island is perfect for groups seeking to foster connections and spark inspiration, whether through songwriting camps, spiritual retreats, or simply gathering to share and create music.
Why create a secluded haven dedicated solely to nurturing artists?
Our vision stems from a profound love for the arts and a steadfast belief in the magic that unfolds when talented individuals are given the space to breathe, create, and collaborate. In a world dominated by digital interfaces, Pine Island stands as a testament to the irreplaceable value of human interaction. While home studios have their merit, nothing compares to the dynamic energy of artists creating together, inspired and fuelled by the natural world around them.
The peace and solitude of the island are transformative, offering a sanctuary where creativity and artistic impulses are unhindered and pure.
Canadian music legends like Neil Young, Ronnie Hawkins and many others have found spark and solace along these waters. We invite you to build upon the rich musical heritage in the region and to escape to Pine Island.

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Your Hunni

Songwriter, Performer

Recording my debut album “Welcome To The Party” at Pine Island was pure magic. The studio is a creative haven, and being fully immersed in the music without distractions made a world of difference. I especially loved using a Soyuz microphone—I miss that thing every day!
Dusty Chesterfield

Guitar Player for SAGA

I highly recommend Pine Island if you’re looking for that ultimate source of inspiration to support your artistic creativity. I can promise it’ll be in the top best experiences of your life. You will absolutely love it!
Rob McAllister

Composer & Multi-Instrumentalist
Wow, what an incredibly beautiful, serene spot! Add onto that, the fact that there's a full-blown, professional music studio, and it's really just a dream. It was a fantastic 4 days, great to enjoy the outdoors and the quiet solitude.
Noah Derksen

Singer-Songwriter

I had an absolute blast at the studio — what a peaceful place to hunker down and just focus on making music. I was thinking what a great place it would be to dedicate a week towards writing and exploring sounds — truly the perfect setting for a writing retreat, or to record a proper project.
Billy Wild

Founder & Creative Director - Division 88
The tranquility of Pine Island Studio allowed me to make some of the best work of my life. Getting out of the city was a huge advantage for me because there were no distractions, and sometimes when producing, you can get tunnel vision. But I’d just go to the dock and jump in the water, and look at the turtles, and come back with a fresh perspective.
10 OUT OF 10