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Retreat Description
An in-person retreat with Jeanne Corrigal and Nikki Mirgafori
residential and commuter options available
Living Fully, Living Freely: Embracing Our Impermanence
November 17-19, 2023
This retreat is a community exploration of living wisely and fully in the light of our common human mortality. We will turn gently to this reflection with the intention of supporting our capacity to engage wholeheartedly in the richness of living this life, now; and as we prepare for its ending. Everyone is welcome, wherever you are in your life journey.
The weekend will include dharma talks, instruction, practice, reflection, and relational practice, so that we feel the support of the community as we reflect together.
When: The retreat starts at 7:30 pm on November 17, and ends at 4 pm on November 19.
Where: In-person - Queen's House Retreat & Renewal Centre, Saskatoon
Cost:
This retreat is offered by mutual generosity. When you register, there will a registration fee to help SIMC cover our costs to offer this retreat. During the retreat, we will provide information for those who are able to offer financial support to Jeanne and Nikki.
Administration fee:
The fee paid at the time of registration covers the facility and other costs for SIMC. The amount will vary based on the options below.
Teacher dana/donation:
The registration fee does not include teacher support – there will be an opportunity to offer dana to Jeanne and Nikki. See dana information on the SIMC website.
Financial support:
If cost is a barrier, financial support is available. Please check the box below if you would benefit from assistance.
Noble silence:
The retreat will be held in noble silence except for discussions with the teacher.
You are encouraged to take care of all errands and personal matters before the start of the retreat so that you can create a quiet mind which will support your retreat.
To support the retreat experience for you and other participants, cell phones should be turned off or left at home.
Retreat Preparation and Commitment:
Dedicating to a weekend of silence is a special commitment to yourself, and a precious gift. Please be prepared to refrain from podcasts, and extensive reading or journaling, so that you can settle into the inner journey. Please be prepared to stay at the retreat center for the full duration of the practice, from 7 pm November 17 to 4 pm November 19. If you are commuting, please arrange to be quiet at home, and be able to attend full days of practice.
What to bring:
Straight backed chairs will be available. All other sitting materials must be brought with you. You will likely want to bring a cushion and mat, or blanket, especially if you plan to sit on the floor. Warm, comfortable, loose fitting clothing is best for indoor wear and a blanket or shawl, for extra warmth, as well as outdoor clothing that is appropriate for the weather. There may be periods of lying down meditation, so it will be useful to have a mat, blanket, and pillow available for that practice.
Offered by the Saskatoon Insight Meditation Community
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Please check if we may add you to our email list for upcoming events (retreats, programs, classes).
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Attendance options
We are offering 3 options to attend in-person:
1) Full residential
If registered on or before Nov 3, $335; after Nov 3, $385
Includes a room with a single bed, linens, access to a shared washroom and showers, meals (2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 supper), and facility costs.
Note: Queen's House has a limited number of medium and large rooms with a private bath for an extra fee. As of Sep 18, all these rooms have booked. Leave a note in the comment box below if you want to be on a waitlist for a larger room, in case one comes open.
2) Commuter with all meals
If registered on or before Nov 3, $210; after Nov 3, $260
Includes meals (2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 supper), and facility costs.
3) Commuter with lunch and supper (no breakfasts)
If registered on or before Nov 3, $185; after Nov 3, $235
Includes meals (2 lunch, 1 supper), and facility costs.
Please contact us if you need further details.
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How do you wish to participate? *
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Would you like to upgrade your room?
A large room has a queen sized bed and private bath; a medium room has a double bed and private bath.
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Room assignments: The single rooms share a bathroom between two rooms, with a locking door on either side. Your room may be adjoined with someone of the same or a different gender. (Required) *
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We serve a vegetarian menu with milk and eggs. We will try to accommodate dietary restrictions. Do you have any known food allergies or dietary restrictions? *
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Please indicate what dietary restrictions we should pass along to the kitchen:
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Information for Commuters
For those choosing the commuter option, your fee includes breakfast at 8:00 am, so you can choose whether you would like to come for the before breakfast sit at 7:00 am, or arrive for the instruction sit, at 8:45 am. (Times to be confirmed.)
Either way, please make a commitment to:
1) Arrive between 6:50am and 8:00 am. The earlier arrival will allow you to join the group for the early sit before breakfast. If you stay at home for breakfast, please meditate at home before breakfast, and then arrive by 8:00 for the morning instruction period.
2) be on site from the time you arrive until the end of the day, at 9:00 pm.
3) ensure a supportive home environment to return to at night.
These commitments will greatly support your retreat practice, and also the practice of the group.
If you have any questions about any of these guidelines, Jeanne will be happy to chat with you.
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Financial assistance
Through the generosity of our community members, we have some funds set aside for some assistance of up to 50% of the course fee. We want to assist you if the cost of the course is prohibitive for you. Please email us at contact@saskatooninsight.com if you would like to discuss your needs further.
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Do you wish to be considered for financial assistance? *
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Cancellation Policy:
Full registration fee is due upon registration. (Your spot will not be reserved until payment is received.)
Note: If you have applied for financial support, the admin fee will be confirmed by email within 48 hours of receiving your registration.
If you find it necessary to cancel, your administration fee will be refunded according to the following schedule:
If there is some dramatic change in the COVID-19 situation in Saskatchewan before the retreat and it is prudent for us to cancel the retreat, you will be refunded in full.
If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 and need to cancel, your registration will be refunded in full.
1. Cancellation received 14 or more days before retreat start: Full refund.
2. Less than 14 days before retreat start, a full refund less $75.
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How will you pay? *
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Payment by cheque info
Please send a cheque in Canadian funds payable to Saskatoon Insight Meditation Community to
SIMC
c/o Andrea Grzesina
906 5th Ave N
Saskatoon, SK S7K 2S1
In the memo field of the cheque, please include your name and "Nov 2023 retreat" - this will ensure we can match your payment with your registration.
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Payment by e-transfer info
Payment by e-transfer from Canadian banks can be sent to treasurer@saskatooninsight.com.
In the message section of the e-transfer, please include your name and "Nov 2023 retreat" - this will ensure we can match your payment with your registration.
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Payment by credit card info
We will provide a separate link to submit payment by credit card. Please note, there is a 3% fee added to cover our processing costs, so please take that into consideration when making your payment.
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Guidelines for caring around COVID
We want you to know that we have a big hall which will allow for physical distancing.
We are asking our in-person friends to:
- Monitor symptoms, and if you have any, please stay home and let us know. If you test positive for COVID-19 and need to cancel, your registration will be refunded in full.
- Masking is optional
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Participant Meditation Information
After you successfully complete this form, you will be prompted to submit another form with your meditation background for Jeanne and Nikki. The link will be on the "success" page or in the confirmation email.
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How did you learn about this event? (Check all that apply)
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The Practice of Dana
The fees paid at the time of registration cover the costs of renting the facility and other incidental expenses.
In the tradition of our practice, the teachings are offered by mutual generosity. There will be an opportunity to offer support for Jeanne and Nikki during the retreat.
For more information about this practice, please see the dana page on the SIMC website.
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Volunteer opportunities
This retreat is organized and run by volunteers. We can use your help! Let us know if you'd be willing to assist with any of the following tasks.
Select one or more - and we'll be in touch closer to the event to confirm how the tasks will be distributed.
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Helpers needed for:
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To contact SIMC
Please email contact@saskatooninsight.com
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After you have a successful registration, you will see a window that says Success! and then receive a confirmation email.
Your registration is not complete until you reach the "Success" page. If you do not get a confirmation email, first check your junk email folder. If you still can't find the confirmation email, please contact us at contact@saskatooninsight.com or text/call Andrea G at 306-202-6608.
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