Life on the North River

Our dream of escaping the corporate world began on our first chat after meeting online. With 20+ years of this kind of work behind us and looking down the barrel of another 20 we started to build a plan to shift direction.

In our time together we found inspiration in sustainable home design and practiced minimalism on camping trips of various styles and comfort levels. We realized we didn’t need much space or stuff to be happy.

We spent 10 years saving and renovating our home in the city to fund an early retirement. With our son ready to move out on his own adventure we bought property in rural Northern Ontario and are embarking on a DIY off-grid build.

We are excited to share our journey in hopes of inspiring others to look at all things in their life differently and find alternatives to convention. We want to show people that not only is it possible but it may be the best thing you ever do.