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SUMMARY:Free MINDFULNESS MEDITATION — WEDNESDAY EVENINGS ON ZOOM 7:00–8:30
DESCRIPTION:With the INSIGHT MEDITATION COMMUNITY OF BALTIMORE AND COLUMBIA \nThese drop-in classes include:  teachings\, guided meditation\, gentle mindfulness practices\,  and group discussion. \nWhile many of the practices are inspired by Buddhist teachings\, mindfulness and insight meditation are accessible to people of all backgrounds\, beliefs\, and levels of experience. All are warmly welcome. \nWhen and Where: We gather online every Wednesday from 7:00–8:30 p.m. via Zoom. \nOnline Meeting Registration:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DHvJJK9vSmKvxkMy8jU5Kg
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/free-mindfulness-meditation-wednesday-evenings-on-zoom-700-830/2026-07-01
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SUMMARY:Integrating Mindfulness Into Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\nLIVE via Zoom \n\n\n\n\nIntegrating Mindfulness in Higher Education\nJoin Michelle Bancroft for an inspiring and thought‑provoking journey exploring the importance of incorporating mindfulness into post‑secondary education. Drawing from her experience teaching at two prominent Ontario colleges and the University of Toronto\, Michelle brings forward vivid student stories\, surprising cross‑campus insights\, and a powerful vision of how mindfulness can transform learning\, well‑being\, and community. Discover the real impact mindfulness is having on today’s post-secondary students—and imagine together what our campuses could become when presence\, compassion\, and connection are woven into the academic experience. \nMichelle Bancroft\, BSc\, MEd is a dedicated educator and wellness advocate with over a decade of experience in health promotion\, adult education\, and mindfulness-based programming. She is currently the Program Coordinator for Mindfulness\, Meditation & Yoga at the Multi-Faith Centre on the University of Toronto St. George (UTSG) campus\, where she leads contemplative initiatives that support student and community well-being. In addition\, Michelle is a Professor in the Workplace Health and Wellness programs at Humber Polytechnic and Centennial College\, designing inclusive\, student-centred curricula that integrate real-world applications and accessible learning strategies. This includes an innovative introductory course on Mindfulness and Meditation open to all Centennial College students. \nMichelle holds a Master of Education in Adult Education and Community Development from OISE\, a B.Sc. in Kinesiology\, and a post-graduate certificate in Workplace Wellness and Health Promotion (WWHP). She is a graduate of the Multi-Faith Centre’s MindFIT course and has facilitated meditation sessions and wellness events across the UofT campus for over four years. She is also the founder of Wellness Right Now!\, a consulting business delivering impactful wellness programming to diverse audiences. Her work spans curriculum development\, faculty well-being consulting\, and mindfulness facilitation\, with a strong focus on inclusion and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). \n\nTo register for the event\, click to this LINK
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/integrating-mindfulness-into-higher-education
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SUMMARY:Free MINDFULNESS MEDITATION — WEDNESDAY EVENINGS ON ZOOM 7:00–8:30
DESCRIPTION:With the INSIGHT MEDITATION COMMUNITY OF BALTIMORE AND COLUMBIA \nThese drop-in classes include:  teachings\, guided meditation\, gentle mindfulness practices\,  and group discussion. \nWhile many of the practices are inspired by Buddhist teachings\, mindfulness and insight meditation are accessible to people of all backgrounds\, beliefs\, and levels of experience. All are warmly welcome. \nWhen and Where: We gather online every Wednesday from 7:00–8:30 p.m. via Zoom. \nOnline Meeting Registration:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DHvJJK9vSmKvxkMy8jU5Kg
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/free-mindfulness-meditation-wednesday-evenings-on-zoom-700-830/2026-07-08
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Mondays at the First Unitarian Church
DESCRIPTION:These free drop-in classes are offered every second and fourth Monday of the month from 2:30 to 3:30pm. They include mindful movements\, meditations\, and discussions. \nNo meditation experience is required\, and all are welcome. For more details\, email: schwindt.melanie@gmail.com \nThe First unitarian Church is located at 170 Dundurn St. S\, Hamilton
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-mondays-at-the-first-unitarian-church-3/2026-07-13
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Hamilton\, 170 Dundurn St. S.\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8P 4K3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Free MINDFULNESS MEDITATION — WEDNESDAY EVENINGS ON ZOOM 7:00–8:30
DESCRIPTION:With the INSIGHT MEDITATION COMMUNITY OF BALTIMORE AND COLUMBIA \nThese drop-in classes include:  teachings\, guided meditation\, gentle mindfulness practices\,  and group discussion. \nWhile many of the practices are inspired by Buddhist teachings\, mindfulness and insight meditation are accessible to people of all backgrounds\, beliefs\, and levels of experience. All are warmly welcome. \nWhen and Where: We gather online every Wednesday from 7:00–8:30 p.m. via Zoom. \nOnline Meeting Registration:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DHvJJK9vSmKvxkMy8jU5Kg
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/free-mindfulness-meditation-wednesday-evenings-on-zoom-700-830/2026-07-15
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SUMMARY:Free MINDFULNESS MEDITATION — WEDNESDAY EVENINGS ON ZOOM 7:00–8:30
DESCRIPTION:With the INSIGHT MEDITATION COMMUNITY OF BALTIMORE AND COLUMBIA \nThese drop-in classes include:  teachings\, guided meditation\, gentle mindfulness practices\,  and group discussion. \nWhile many of the practices are inspired by Buddhist teachings\, mindfulness and insight meditation are accessible to people of all backgrounds\, beliefs\, and levels of experience. All are warmly welcome. \nWhen and Where: We gather online every Wednesday from 7:00–8:30 p.m. via Zoom. \nOnline Meeting Registration:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DHvJJK9vSmKvxkMy8jU5Kg
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/free-mindfulness-meditation-wednesday-evenings-on-zoom-700-830/2026-07-22
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Mondays at the First Unitarian Church
DESCRIPTION:These free drop-in classes are offered every second and fourth Monday of the month from 2:30 to 3:30pm. They include mindful movements\, meditations\, and discussions. \nNo meditation experience is required\, and all are welcome. For more details\, email: schwindt.melanie@gmail.com \nThe First unitarian Church is located at 170 Dundurn St. S\, Hamilton
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-mondays-at-the-first-unitarian-church-3/2026-07-27
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Hamilton\, 170 Dundurn St. S.\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8P 4K3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Free MINDFULNESS MEDITATION — WEDNESDAY EVENINGS ON ZOOM 7:00–8:30
DESCRIPTION:With the INSIGHT MEDITATION COMMUNITY OF BALTIMORE AND COLUMBIA \nThese drop-in classes include:  teachings\, guided meditation\, gentle mindfulness practices\,  and group discussion. \nWhile many of the practices are inspired by Buddhist teachings\, mindfulness and insight meditation are accessible to people of all backgrounds\, beliefs\, and levels of experience. All are warmly welcome. \nWhen and Where: We gather online every Wednesday from 7:00–8:30 p.m. via Zoom. \nOnline Meeting Registration:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DHvJJK9vSmKvxkMy8jU5Kg
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/free-mindfulness-meditation-wednesday-evenings-on-zoom-700-830/2026-07-29
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