

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mindfulness Research Symposium & Retreat
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: An interactive symposium &amp; retreat with distinguished speakers &amp; practitioners exploring the latest in mindfulness research &amp; application.About this EventExplore scientific evidence from distinguished researchers from the fields of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, contemplative &amp; behavioural sciences, along with pragmatic activities and practices led by contemplative practitioners. Hosted and currated by the the Hospital for Sick Children's Mindfulness project, in partnership with the University of Toronto's Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Program, New College, Faculty of Arts &amp; Sciences.Join us at the SickKids Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning for this innovative symposium + retreat that will include a mixture of learning styles, with keynotes, evidence-based case studies, student poster sessions, hands-on mindfulness activities, music and more.Detailed agendas for each day are included below. Please note, these schedules may be subject to some minor changes.Retreat: What to ExpectThursday January 22ndA unique and replenishing experience to engage and train in Applied Mindfulness and Compassion-based practices that can be woven into your daily life. Led by a delegation from internationally renowned scholar, peace activist and Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s Plum Village mindfulness centre in France, the retreat day offers an opportunity for you to renew and refresh yourself through mindful activities designed to restore inner-stability, hope, and inspire practical application in your workplace and beyond.Symposium: What to ExpectFriday January 23rdAn innovative and dynamic gathering that reimagines the traditional symposium format through a series of dialogues on today’s most pressing issues in healthcare and education. These conversations bring together leading scientists, international and local experts, Buddhist monastics, and Indigenous wisdom keepers—creating a rare and meaningful exchange across disciplines and traditions.Ticket prices include lunch, tea/coffee and light refreshments throughout the day.If cost feels prohibitive and you are part of an equity-deserving group, we encourage you to reach out. We look forward to supporting you.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0dcdba30-c613-11f0-baf2-3f4e25acf1c1-rimg-w1200-h239-dcddedf6-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/0df677e0-c613-11f0-baf2-3f4e25acf1c1-rimg-w1200-h151-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0e217f80-c613-11f0-baf2-3f4e25acf1c1-rimg-w1200-h396-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0e4ed110-c613-11f0-90ea-c70815492548-rimg-w1200-h382-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Day 1 - Retreat ?: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMRegistration?: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AMWelcome &amp; Guided Arrival Practice?: 09:45 AM - 11:00 AMCultivating the Mind: Hope and Action Amidst Challenging Times (Lecture/Talk)?: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PMApplied Session: Mindful Walking?: 12:15 PM - 01:30 PMApplied Session: Mindful Eating &amp; Break?: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PMMusical Deep Relaxation?: 02:45 PM - 03:45 PMWorkshop: The Art of Mindful Communication?: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PMClosing Circle &amp; Musical Performance Day 2 - Symposium?: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMRegistration?: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMOpening Remarks and OrientationHost: Dr. Elli Weisbaum ?: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMKeynote Presentation: “Sensory Foraging”Host: Dr. Zindel Sigel?: 11:15 AM - 12:30 PMPanel:Wise Technology &amp; Altruistic AI: How to Harness without Losing Ourselves?: 12:30 PM - 01:45 PMLunch with Poster Session?: 01:45 PM - 03:00 PMPanel: Systems &amp; Culture Change: Hope Amidst Global Crisis ?: 03:15 PM - 04:40 PMPanel: Practical Implementation: Bringing Applied Mindfulness into Daily Life?: 04:40 PM - 05:00 PMCulminating Presentation
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/mindfulness-research-symposium-and-retreat/100001858541099459
- **Event Categories**: workshops, live-music, health-wellness, art, nonprofit, mental-health, artificial-intelligence
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 54.99, max: 242.19, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Toronto
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: SickKids Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning
- **lat**: 43.6575916
- **long**: -79.38492719999999
- **full address**: SickKids Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, 686 Bay Street, Toronto, Canada

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Mindfulness Project, SickKids (https://allevents.in/org/mindfulness-project-sickkids/27117387)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 22 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** SickKids Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, 686 Bay Street, Toronto, Canada
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 54.99 up to 242.19 CAD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Mindfulness Project, SickKids
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, live-music, health-wellness, art, nonprofit, mental-health, artificial-intelligence
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Mindfulness Research Symposium & Retreat ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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