Training offered by Réseau Compassion Network
Consider this an invitation to discover compassion in your work, your life, your community, and your heart.
When we are present and connected, we are best able to support and walk alongside the people we support. The pandemic has revealed the challenges within our systems, with high levels of burn out, resignations, and leaves of absence. Sometimes, it can be difficult to stay present when you work in health and social services organizations; there are many competing priorities and the work can be draining, both emotionally and mentally. We know it is only possible to do this work if you take care of yourself and we want to support you in that journey.
As sponsors, we want to create opportunities for you to learn to invite compassion into your life for yourself and others. Our offerings are rooted in traditional practices, evidence-based programs, and has sessions designed to meet emerging needs.
Welcome to our Fall Offerings
Hear from our Director of Culture and Compassion, Jennifer Kilimnik, as she contemplates another year of wonderful chances to connect, learn and grow together. Click HERE to read Jennifer’s message.
Short-Course - Mindful Self-Compassion
This online course is an invitation to begin the cultivation of the skills of self-compassion.
Tuesdays from February 13 to March 19, 2024
3:30pm to 5:00pm CST
Online | via Zoom
Registration is available on a sliding scale
For more information or to register, click here.
Mindful Self-Compassion
An invitation to be kinder to yourself, to handle difficult emotions more easily, to motivate yourself with encouragement rather than criticism and to begin to transform relationships.
Tuesday from May 7 to June 25, 2024
5:00pm to 8:00pm
In-person | 101-156 Marion Street, Réseau Compassion Network Gathering Space
*½ day Retreat: June 8 from 8:30am to 12:30 pm.
Registration is available on a sliding scale
For more information or to register, click here.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Please note that this session is offered in French only.
It teaches mindfulness practice as a way of reducing stress and developing greater balance, control, and fuller participation in your life. It is suitable for participants at all levels of the organization.
Facilitator: Bernice Parent
Thursdays, January 11 to February 29, 2024
6:30pm to 8:30pm CST
Orientation: January 4 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm (mandatory)
In person / 101-156 Marion Street, Réseau Compassion Network Gathering Space
*Full day Retreat: Sunday February 18, 2024, from 9:00am to 4:00 pm
Registration is available on a sliding scale
For more information or to register, click here.
Customized Sessions are Available
If you are interested in hosting a training on these topics customized for your team or other supports to operationalize compassion in your organization, contact Jennifer Kilimnik at jkilimnik@reseaucompassionnetwork.ca or call (204) 471-0513.
Meditation Community
An invitation to participate in our virtual meditation community for a weekly 20-minute meditation session. We provide gentle guidance, all are welcome. Facilitators will remain on the session after completion to respond to practice questions. There is no cost to participate.
Please join us for our FREE weekly meditation circle, held every Tuesday at 12:05pm via Zoom.
Centreing Retreats
Tend to your heart, mind and body in a relaxed and supportive morning of meditation practices. No experience required, we will lead a variety of exercises and guided meditations that include people at all levels of practice. The morning is designed to provide time to be present, release expectations and nurture our capacity to respond in all areas of our lives. Join us, as a gift to yourself.
Saturday, December 16, 2023
8:30am to 12:00pm
In-person | 101-156 Marion Street, Réseau Compassion Network Gathering Space
FREE to attend
For more information or to register, click here.
Saturday, February 17, 2024
8:30am to 12:00pm
In-person | 101-156 Marion Street, Réseau Compassion Network Gathering Space
FREE to attend
For more information or to register, click here.
Saturday, April 27, 2024
8:30am to 12:00pm
In-person | 101-156 Marion Street, Réseau Compassion Network Gathering Space
FREE to attend
For more information or to register, click here.
Heart of Leadership Retreats
Spend 4 days in community and nature. The gift of time to breathe, think, and tap into your inner wisdom. We encourage all senior leaders to participate at least once in this opportunity and consider sending those who will benefit from your leadership team.
Dates: November 18-22, 2023 and April 13-17, 2024
Please note that the April retreat is waitlist only. If you have questions, contact Jennifer Kilimnik, Director of compassion and culture at jkilimnik@reseaucompassionnetwork.ca or call (204) 471-0513.
Invitation Speaker Series
1st Friday of every month
An invitation to learn how others are bringing compassion into the world along with themes of reconciliation, complex poverty, and care for the earth.
Speakers’ topics will vary and address current topics relevant to Réseau Compassion Network. Dates may be adjusted based on availability. All are welcome to attend, some sessions will have a cost associated with attendance. Location may vary. Coffee and light refreshments will be available.
Understanding Complex Poverty
This is an invitation to join us in learning about the complex poverty model with Dr. Jim Silver. We know that many factors impact our lives and can make it extremely difficult to find a way out of poverty. Dr. Silver will help us understand the intersectionality of social, economic and cultural influences that can either help or hinder individuals. He will also share ways that people in Manitoba have begun to introduce meaningful and sustainable solutions.
Date to be determined. Please check back soon!
In-person | 101-156 Marion Street, Réseau Compassion Network Gathering Space
Free to attend
