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Mindfulness meditation session at Mahamevnawa Buddha Meditation Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba
Participants at the Mindfulness Meditation Day Retreat in Winnipeg
Retreat participants and monks at the Mindfulness Meditation Day Retreat in Winnipeg
Monthly Retreat · 6 Hours

Mindfulness Meditation Day Retreat in Winnipeg.

A half-day retreat rooted in the Buddha’s original teachings on mindfulness, guided by monks trained in the Theravāda tradition. The day moves through sitting meditation, walking meditation, a Dhamma talk, and a shared vegetarian meal. No experience is needed — visitors from across Manitoba and Canada are warmly welcomed.

Next Retreat
Date
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location
2610 St Mary's Road, Winnipeg, MB R2N 4A2
Cost
Donation-based · Suggested $30 · Min. $1
49 spots available2% full
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The Day

Six hours of practice and stillness.

9:00–9:15 AMIntroduction & Welcome
9:15–10:00 AMLoving-Kindness Meditation
10:00–10:15 AMShort Break
10:15–11:00 AMBreathing Meditation
11:00 AM–12:00 PMLunch Break
12:30–1:00 PMWalking Meditation
1:00–2:00 PMImpermanence Meditation
2:00–2:15 PMShort Break
2:15–2:45 PMQ&A & Silence Meditation
2:45–3:00 PMClosing Gathering
What to Bring

Simple, practical preparation.

What to wear

Comfortable, modest clothing is fine. White is traditional but optional. Please remove your shoes at the entrance.

Where to sit

Cushions and chairs are provided. If you have your own meditation cushion or mat, you are welcome to bring it.

Food & dietary needs

A vegetarian lunch is provided and included in your registration. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please mention them when registering.

Who It’s For

Everyone is welcome.

This retreat is open to everyone — beginners, experienced meditators, students, professionals, and retirees. You do not need to be Buddhist. Guided instructions are provided throughout, so no prior experience is required.

Visitors from across Manitoba and Canada are warmly welcomed. If it is your first time at a retreat, please read What to Expect before the day.

Meditation Methods

What you will practise.

Participants in white clothing practicing present moment awareness meditation at Mahamevnawa Buddha Meditation Centre Winnipeg

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.

Diverse group of meditators seated on cushions practicing breathing meditation during a day-long retreat at Mahamevnawa Winnipeg

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.

Retreat participants in focused sitting practice at the Mahamevnawa Buddha Meditation Centre day-long retreat in Winnipeg

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.

Buddhist monk leading a loving-kindness meditation session with retreat participants at Mahamevnawa Buddha Meditation Centre Winnipeg

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.

Large group of retreat participants practicing mindfulness meditation at Mahamevnawa Buddha Meditation Centre Winnipeg

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.

Common Questions

Everything you need to know.

No experience is required. This retreat is designed to be welcoming to complete beginners as well as experienced practitioners. Guided instruction is provided throughout the day.
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Registration is required and includes a vegetarian lunch. A suggested donation of $30 (minimum $1) supports the monastery.

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