Day-Long Meditation Retreat.
Join us for a full day of learning and practising the Buddha’s teachings, led by monks trained in the Theravāda tradition. The day alternates between sitting and walking meditation, Dhamma talks, silent reflection, and a shared vegetarian meal. The pace is relaxed and all experience levels are welcome.
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Time
- 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location
- 2610 St Mary’s Road, Winnipeg, MB R2N 4A2
- Cost
- Free · Donations welcome
A gentle rhythm from morning to afternoon.
The following is a typical retreat schedule. Minor adjustments may be made on the day.
- 8:00 – 8:30 AMExplanation & Taking the Eight Precepts / Morning Reflection
- 8:30 – 9:30 AMMorning Breathing Meditation
- 9:30 – 10:00 AMTea Break
- 10:00 – 10:30 AMGuided Meditation
- 10:30 – 10:45 AMEngaged Discussion on Mindfulness
- 10:45 – 11:00 AMChanting & Offering the Meal
- 11:00 AM – 12:15 PMLunch Break (Mindful Eating in Silence)
- 12:15 – 12:30 PMLoving-Kindness Sutta Chanting
- 12:30 – 1:00 PMSilent Meditation
- 1:00 – 1:30 PMWalking Meditation
- 1:30 – 2:00 PMSutta Study
- 2:00 – 2:15 PMTea Break
- 2:15 – 2:45 PMGuided Meditation
- 2:45 – 3:15 PMSilent Meditation
- 3:15 – 3:50 PMQ&A or Meditation
- 3:50 – 4:00 PMDedication of Merits & Cleaning
Simple, practical preparation.
What to wear
Comfortable clothing is fine. White is traditional but optional. All we ask is that you remove your shoes inside.
Where to sit
Cushions and chairs are provided. If you have your own meditation cushion or mat, feel free to bring it — the floor is uncarpeted.
Food & dietary needs
A mostly vegetarian lunch is provided. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please bring alternatives to supplement.
Everyone is welcome.
This retreat is open to everyone — beginners, experienced meditators, students, professionals, and families. Instructions are provided throughout, so a prior practice isn’t required. If it is your first time at a retreat, please read What to Expect before the day.
What you will practise.
Present Moment Awareness
Present moment awareness is the practice of fully being here, right now. The past is already over, and the future has not yet come. Life is only happening in this moment. By paying attention to the present with calmness and clarity, we can experience more peace, wisdom, and happiness.
Breathing Meditation
Follow the natural rhythm of the breath — in and out — as a means to still the mind and develop deep concentration. As attention settles, mental noise gradually fades, revealing an underlying stillness and clarity.
Walking Meditation
Walking meditation is the practice of cultivating deep mindfulness by making the physical movement of walking your primary object of focus, offering a dynamic alternative to traditional sitting meditation.
Loving-Kindness Meditation
Cultivate boundless goodwill and compassion — first toward yourself, then gradually extending to loved ones, strangers, and all living beings. This heart-centred practice dissolves ill-will and nurtures a warm, open-hearted presence.
Impermanence Meditation
Embrace the wisdom of impermanence, recognising the transient nature of all things. This guides you to let go of thoughts, emotions, and sensations without attachment, fostering a sense of equanimity and acceptance of life's ever-changing nature.
Register for the next retreat.
Registration helps us prepare meals and seating. If plans change, simply let us know.