Huiguang Mindful Academy opens larger Oakville space as membership grows

On Sunday, September 20, 2026, the Huiguang Mindful Academy held an opening ceremony for its new location in Oakville.

This Mindful Peace Academy is a community space for mindfulness practice and study, established in the local community under the authorization of Mindful Peace International.

Two years ago, in 2024, the Oakville space (old location) opened; since then, they have been dedicated to integrating the wisdom of Eastern meditation with modern living, offering a sanctuary for the heart amid city life.

It is a welcoming space to calm the body, settle the mind, and find inner peace.

In the academy, you can join meditation and mindfulness sessions, meet fellow practitioners on the path, and explore mindfulness activities like Dhyana Tea and Tai Chi Mindfulness Ball, etc.

Over the past two years, as membership has continued to grow, the need arose to move to a larger, new location.

Oakville Mayor Rob Burton, Ward 7 town and regional councillor Nav Nanda, and Ward 7 town councillor Dr. Scott Xie attended the ceremony and offered their sincere congratulations on this wonderful milestone, although all three are currently busy with their re-election campaigns.

The mayor said that Oakville is an international village, rich in cultural diversity and committed to education. The fact that Huiguang Academy has chosen to establish itself in Oakville aligns perfectly with our town’s cultural character.

"What stood out most to me was the welcoming atmosphere and the genuine passion for bringing mindfulness, wellness, and peace into our community," Councillor Nanda said. "I’m excited to see the positive difference the Academy will make in the lives of so many."

Scott Xie shared, “May the Centre continue to be a welcoming place for mindfulness, peace, learning, and community connection. Thank you for the warm invitation and hospitality, and best wishes to the Mindful Peace Academy and Huiguang Centre for many successful years ahead”.

Mindful Peace International is a global nonprofit registered in Zurich, Switzerland, dedicated to sharing the rich traditions of Buddhism and Chan-inspired living across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania.

The Huiguang Mindful Academy is one of MPI’s local extensions into the Oakville community, rooted in Oakville, but offering a way to connect with the world.