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The Centre For Mindfulness Canada (CFMC), in North Vancouver, is a Global Mindfulness Collaborative (GMC) with the Mindfulness Center at Brown University. Our Centre is recognized as one of the handful of world leading institutions in mindfulness that exemplifies the standards for Mindfulness based interventions through evidence-based research and experiential training and education. |
UPCOMING PROGRAMS (2019)
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FREE Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) info sessions
Wednesday, October 16th, 2019, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (registration is OPEN) Saturday, December 7th, 2019 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM (registration is OPEN) Join us in one of these FREE sessions!
You will get the opportunity to experience mindfulness and be introduced to its use to deal with pain, illness, and the demands of daily life. You will also be able to ask questions and explore whether the eight-week MBSR program is right for you. You can be notified about any additional MBSR info sessions by signing up for the monthly newsletter (see newsletter signup at the top of this page). |
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Eight-week Mindfulness Based
Stress Reduction (MBSR) programs Tuesday mornings, Sept. 10 to Oct. 29, 2019 (registration is closed - full with a waiting list) Wednesday evenings, Oct. 23 to Dec. 11, 2019 (registration is OPEN) The MBSR program was developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Since its inception in 1979, MBSR has been well researched, indicating various benefits of training people to more effectively deal with stress, pain, illness and the pressures of everyday life.
Are you interested in experiencing the effectiveness of mindfulness meditation? Join us in this experiential and highly respected program in the medical community, an excellent complement to traditional and psychological treatments. Programs tend to fill up with a waiting list. Secure a spot by registering in the upcoming 2019 programs. |
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Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a global phenomenon that was developed by a Physician in India, Dr. Madan Kataria, and it is practiced in over 100 countries. It is a group exercise where anyone can laugh for no reason, and is done through exercises that stimulate laughter in a group with eye contact and playfulness. Here are some of the upcoming laughter events: - Free monthly Laughter Yoga class in North Vancouver: Fourth Monday of every month (6:00 pm to 6:50 pm). To register click here. - Want to spend a weekend nurturing your laughter? Join us in the 2019 Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training (November 9th and 10th). To learn more and apply click here. |
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Mindfulness Intensives in July (NY)
Framework for Living Mindfully 2020 dates TBA MBSR Foundations 2020 dates TBA Would you like to join us in this 5-Day Intensive in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. The 5-day is then followed by 4 additional days for professional training.
The training is hosted by the Mindfulness Center at Brown University. I will be co-facilitating with Florence Meleo-Meyer, a world renowned mindfulness teacher and trainer. Stay tuned for these programs to be offered in Vancouver in 2020! |
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Sparking Joy Retreat 2020
2020 dates TBA Join us in this 2-day non-residential retreat to nurture and spark the joy that is inherit within us all.
The weekend will incorporate principles of Positive Psychology, with practical exercises to nurture authentic joy, resilience, and appreciation of life. The weekend will also include Eastern teachings and experiential practices that nurture well-being. These will include:
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LOOKING FOR A PUBLIC SPEAKER?Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is passionate about public speaking. He has presented seminars, workshops, courses, key notes at various organizations/locations such as TEDx, Fraser Health Women's Health Symposium, British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), Lions Gate Hospital Hope Centre, Family Services of the North Shore, Youth Summit at Rogers Arena, Wanderlust Whistler Festival, and many High Schools and Universities.
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Thank you for visiting this website! I hope it provides you with the information you need. Please feel free to contact me with your questions. I look forward to being part of your journey. For inquires or to schedule a counselling appointment, call 604-771-0579, or e-mail info@drkasimalmashat.com Centre for Mindfulness Canada (CFMC) #107-3711 Delbrook Ave, North Vancouver, BC, V7N 3Z4 |
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