Founders of The Living Centre
Shantree and Lorenna live as dedicated stewards of the Earth, blending wisdom, passion, and a deep commitment to regenerating the land and the spirit. For over 45 years, they’ve immersed themselves in creating a more beautiful, regenerative world—one rooted in the profound understanding that all life is interconnected. Their journey has taken them around the world, from the forests of Canada to the jungles of Costa Rica, where they’ve spent 28 years teaching, learning, and growing alongside the land and the people they serve. Through their work at The Living Centre and beyond, they’ve created spaces for individuals to reconnect with their true nature, cultivate a holistic relationship with the Earth, and step boldly into their unique gifts with courage and joy. Their lives are a testament to the power of living in harmony with the natural world, and through their transformative programs, they continue to inspire a global community to live with purpose, regeneration, and a deep respect for the sacredness of all life..
Shantree Kacera R.H., D.N., Ph.D is a seasoned Herbal Elder for 50 years, Therapeutic & Energetic Herbalist, Permaculture practitioner, doctorate in Ayurvedic Medicine, Constitutional Consultant, and Forest Garden expert. His work is rooted in a deep understanding of nature’s intricate patterns and cycles, allowing him to design sustainable systems that regenerate the land and the people who nurture it. With a wealth of practical wisdom, Shantree empowers individuals to cultivate regenerative environments, thriving gardens, and a lifestyle in harmony with the Earth. His teachings awaken a connection to the living rhythms of the world, inspiring real, impactful change.
Lorenna Bousquet-Kacera is an Earth ceremonialist and Métis grandmother whose soul is woven with the ancient wisdom of the land. For 35 years, she has stewarded the sacred inter-arts traditions of Shamanu: Earth-Wisdom Teachings and WomanEarth, a path that blends eco-spirituality, cosmic philosophy, and embodied practices. A certified Permaculture educator, a Work That Reconnects guide, Ayurvedic nutrition expert, and Sevenfold Path of Peace instructor, Lorenna weaves together deep wisdom with transformative embodiment practices to awaken the spiritual force that both enlivens the Earth and stirs our deepest essence. Through her guidance, people reconnect to the sacred rhythms of life and step into their full potential with power, purpose, and a deep reverence for the natural world.
