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Introduction to Insight Meditation: A Welcome to Beginners and Returners

Galilee Centre 398 John Street North, Arnprior, Ontario, Canada

This silent retreat will offer an introduction to basic Buddhist teachings, to insight meditation and to practice in a retreat context. Guided meditations, pointers on sitting posture and opportunities to ask questions will make this an accessible retreat for meditators in beginning stages of practice. Participants will be offered guidance to bring the practice into daily life to meet our relationships, work and responsibilities with mindfulness and an open heart.

Toronto Teen Retreat | Ages 15–19

Mindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening in the present moment with kindness and curiosity. Come join us this summer for an iBme retreat in Mono, Ontario, and learn mindfulness through guided meditation, mindful movement, small group discussions and fun group activities. Practice valuable skills like self-awareness, mindful communication, staying focused, and being calm. Scientifically proven to build emotional resilience, inner strength and well-being, mindfulness practices support our capacity to connect authentically with ourselves and others. Each day will include sitting and walking meditation, periods of silence, yoga, creative workshops, and free time. Please come prepared to participate in all aspects of the retreat with curiosity and a willingness to engage with challenge.

*DAYLONG RETREAT* At Peace with Change

12:30 to 5:30 (registration 12:15 if not pre-registered) Cost: $25 (students and unemployed) /$35 /$50 - sliding scale, plus donation to teacher. The retreat includes meditation instruction, sitting and moving meditation, silence, Buddhist Teachings, Q&A. Beginners and experienced welcome! At Yoga on the Park, 5582 Sherbrooke St., W., Montreal For more information and to register click on link below: Attend Event

$25 – $50

Mindfulness Ottawa Non-Residential Retreat

The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre 1145 Carling Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Friday, Sept. 30th to Sunday, October 2nd, 2016 at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, 1145 Carling Ave. Ottawa rm.1420 Friday evening 7:00-8:30 pm. “Being at Peace with Change: Inner Balance through Mindfulness Practice” $25.00 at the door or buy as part of weekend retreat Saturday and Sunday (pre-registration required) “Meditation: From our Seat into our Lives-with all the Joys, Sorrows and Stresses” Saturday 9:30 am to 3:30 pm (bring a lunch); Sunday 9:30 am to 12:30 pm $90 for entire retreat including Friday evening, $75 weekend only register on the web site: http://mindfulnessottawa.ning.com Or mail in registration fees to: Zsofia Grandpierre-227 Claridge Dr., Ottawa, K2J5V8

Presence with Body: Discovering Stability, Ease and Freedom – Meditation and Yoga Retreat

Galilee Centre 398 John Street North, Arnprior, Ontario, Canada

The first mindfulness practices that the Buddha taught were being attentive to our experience in the body—coming to our senses. In this meditation retreat, yoga practice (guided by David Schouela) will be an integral part of the retreat, and will be a form of meditation in motion. There will be two or three sessions of yoga each day.

$370 – $470

Finding Our Way Through Loss and Grief to Peace – An Afternoon Retreat

Yoga on the Park Studio 5582 Sherbrooke St. West (metro Vendome, aut #105), Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Loss is part of life; no one escapes change and loss. Some losses are felt intensely; it may feel difficult to find our way forward in life. We might not know how to continue on when someone we love has died, a relationship ends or if a dream or vision no longer seems possible. Or we may be caught in a tangle of "if only" thoughts. This retreat will explore how to be open to creativity, love and joy in our lives while compassionately accepting the pain and confusion of loss. We will learn practices to be intimately present within ourselves, in wholeness and stability. Contemplation of the universality of loss and cultivation of forgiveness and acceptance will also be a part of our day. The afternoon retreat will include meditation instruction, sitting and walking meditation, guided practice of compassion, discussion and opportunity for questions in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is welcome: beginners and more experienced practitioners. Space is limited! This event will be limited to 32 participants. The teachings and instructions will be given in English. Questions and comments in French are welcome. Registration Information Cost: Sliding scale: $30 (student/ unemployed/ retired) - $40 (regular rate) - $50 (supporter rate). TNI is dedicated to offering affordable rates to all. Our sliding scale fees allow retreatants to pay according to their financial means. Please contact us if you need to request a further reduction in rate. Donations to Daryl to support her teaching practice will be invited at the end of the day. What to bring: Cushions and blankets are provided for sitting on the floor and chairs are also available. If you prefer to sit on a bench, please bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing. If you wish, you may bring a light snack to have during...

$30 – $50