Core Services
Unite in Community & Practice
Professional community meetings are offered 8 times a year to provide an opportunity to practice, connect, and share resources and wisdom. These meetings are held in downtown Toronto or live online, each led by a different member of the community, or a guest speaker, on topics related to mindfulness and compassion.
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We provide an interactive members-only social networking platform where members can:
-Advertise or discover professional development and training opportunities, retreats, summits, conferences and innovations in digital media
-Create or join special interest groups and communities of practice worldwide – Exchange ideas and experiences through an interactive social feed
-Access and share the highest quality and latest resources in the field
-Advertise events and job opportunities
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Who Benefits From Our Services
Students
Connect, learn, and deepen mindfulness skills while exploring resources and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Professionals
Enhance your practice, stay updated on research and training, and engage with a network of like-minded mindfulness practitioners.
Workplaces & Organizations
Support staff well-being, professional development, and cultivate a culture of mindfulness and compassion across teams.
Upcoming Community Event
Details
Join 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.
Guest Speaker
Michelle 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.
Michelle 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I get with my membership?
As a member, you’ll be part of a supportive and engaged mindfulness community. Your membership includes:
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Access to all monthly community meetings focused on learning, reflection, and practice in mindfulness and compassion.
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Access to our members-only portal, where you can post and explore events, blogs, and discussions.
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Access to Special Interest Groups and Communities of Practice available on the membership portal. Any member may start or join a Group or Community.
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A monthly newsletter featuring professional development opportunities, resources, and updates from our community.
How do I know if Mindfulness Toronto is for me?
Mindfulness Toronto is a welcoming community of professionals and practitioners committed to bringing mindfulness and compassionate approaches into all sectors of society. If you’re curious about mindfulness, looking to deepen your practice, or hoping to build your skills, you’re warmly invited to join our monthly community meetings and subscribe to our newsletter.
How do I become a presenter at Mindfulness Toronto?
We welcome guest speakers to share their work and perspectives at our monthly community meetings. If you’re interested in presenting, you’re invited to email us at mindfulnesstoronto@gmail.com to learn more.
What can I expect from the monthly community meetings?
Each monthly meeting explores a different topic within the field of mindfulness, often through talks, discussion, practice, and shared reflection. You’re welcome to browse our Community Events page to learn more about the themes and content of past meetings.
Where do I sign up?
You can register to become a member here.
If you’re interested in becoming a guest speaker at one of our monthly community meetings, please click here to learn more.