I just finished a great virtual MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) class with Kasim. He is a kind and knowledgeable instructor. He is obviously a very experienced meditation teacher. Additionally, the virtual format worked better than I anticipated. His gentle voice and wry sense of humour made it a pleasure to attend the classes. The materials and information shared were much appreciated. I hope that they continue to inspire me to continue on my own meditation journey.

The 8-week MBSR program led by Dr. Kasim has provided wonderful and touching experiential learning opportunities. Dr. Kasim supports this journey with such kindness, warmth, and structure infusing a strong sense of security and désire to be loyal to the practice of mindfulness.

Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat's (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) MBSR 8-week course is transformative and highly effective. His compassionate teaching style and deep knowledge make learning mindfulness practices enjoyable and impactful. The course is well-structured, balancing explanations and practice, and fosters a supportive community. By the end, I felt more equipped to manage stress and maintain inner peace. Highly recommended for anyone looking to improve their well-being.

Kasim brings the ultimate balance of science and practice together. He leads with such compassion, it is a joy to be in his class. The skills learned in this class have been so helpful in life and I look forward to finding ways to continue my journey with mindfulness.

Turning one's attention inward and experiencing the act of observing oneself without judgment—you have to experience it to grasp the full scope of this program. Dr. Kasim guided us with extraordinary openness, sensitivity, and presence. I recommend this program to literally everyone.

I recently completed the 5-day silent retreat with Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat and Bob Stahl, and it was an outstanding experience.
The depth of experience and training behind the retreat was evident throughout—everything felt thoughtful, intentional, and expertly held. The structure and pacing were well balanced, allowing each day to build naturally while offering both support and spaciousness. Personally, it helped me return to a more grounded baseline, and professionally it left me feeling inspired and more focused as I move into Brown’s MBSR program. I’m very grateful for the care and integrity that shaped this experience.

I cannot recommend Dr. Kasim and his program enough. The way he teaches mindfulness is so practical and applicable. I found I learned much more in the 8 weeks than would have through independent practice. I experienced significant positive change.

Center for Mindfulness Canada is one stop shop for all your mindfulness and meditation needs! I had tried meditation on my own for years but not until encountering Dr. Al-Mashat's genuine and and nurturing programs that I experienced the power of meditation. Truly recommend his programs from free laughter yoga to 8 weeks MBSR program.

I had a wonderful experience with the Centre for Mindfulness Canada. I took the 7-Day Insight Inside Us Retreat and it was deeply enriching. The Retreat was planned immaculately with sitting practices and mindful movements carefully woven into the entire day. I stepped out of the retreat enriched and feeling deeply connected to myself. Dr.Kasim is a wonderful teacher as well. I highly recommend the Centre for Mindfulness for their retreats and MBSR programs.

Kasim is an incredible teacher! I am so lucky to have completed the MBSR (and MBSR 2!) program and several retreats with his wise guidance. I can't recommend the Centre enough, it has really changed my life in the best way.

I completed the MBSR program with Kasim in Fall 2025. I could not have been happier with my experience. Kasim was a fabulous facilitator, bringing so much joy and energy, and creating a space where people felt able to open up as we grew and learned together. The changes I have seen in my life are meaningful and profound, I'm so glad that I "learned" to meditate with Kasim!

I took my first MBSR class at the Centre for Mindfulness Canada in 2018 and have stayed connected ever since, returning back for graduate drop in classes, laughter yoga, teacher training and other offerings. The classes have been instrumental in my personal and professional life. It is such a pleasure to have guidance from a teacher who walks the walk. I appreciate the community that this Centre has created and continues to create. I am so grateful to have landed here.