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About International Art of Living Centre
International Art of Living Centre
Mission & Vision
We believe living is an art that has to be nurtured and developed. The Art of Living Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the collective uplifting of humanity. We offer short, concise workshops packed with timeless wisdom on how to approach daily life and inevitable stressors. We impart tried and tested techniques to quiet the mind and land in the present moment. So come, embrace your potential and find the deep rest you've been searching for within you.
The Art of Living Foundation is a multinational organization started by world-renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Born in southern India, Sri Sri was found meditating and reciting the Bhagavad Gita at the age of four. Later in life, he studied Vedic literature and physics. In 1982, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar retreated for a period of silence in Shimoga and developed the powerful breathing technique known as Sudarshan Kriya which is now offered worldwide in the Happiness Program.
The Canadian International Centre was the first centre opened by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Since 1991, the centre has continued to grow and offer a sanctuary to anyone looking to reconnect with nature and themselves.
Upcoming Retreats at International Art of Living Centre
Last Chance
$50.00 Off Until Jan 25
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat
January 30 - February 1, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$50.00 Off Until Feb 1
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat - French
February 6 - 8, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$100.00 Off Until Feb 1
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence - French
February 11 - 15, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Feb 1
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
February 11 - 15, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Jan 31
Meditation
10-Day Intensive Silence - Winter Special
February 15 - 24, 2026
From CAD $100
/ 10 days CAD $200
$50.00 Off Until Feb 22
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat
February 27 - March 1, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$50.00 Off Until Feb 24
Health & Wellness
Rest & Rejuvenation Retreat
March 6 - 8, 2026
From CAD $295
/ 3 days CAD $345
$50.00 Off Until Mar 3
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat - French
March 13 - 15, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$100.00 Off Until Feb 21
Health & Wellness
Break Family Retreat
March 14 - 20, 2026
From CAD $1,295
/ 7 days CAD $1,395
$100.00 Off Until Mar 15
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence - French
March 25 - 29, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until May 7
Meditation
Intensive Silence - 4, 6 & 10 Days
May 22 - 31, 2026
From CAD $100
/ 10 days
$100.00 Off Until Jun 14
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
June 24 - 28, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$175.00 Off Until Mar 1
Health & Wellness
Camp Counsellor in Training
June 26 - July 19, 2026
CAD $2,945
/ 24 days CAD $3,120
$175.00 Off Until Mar 1
Health & Wellness
Camp Santosh
July 3 - 19, 2026
From CAD $1,320
/ 17 days CAD $1,495
$100.00 Off Until Aug 30
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence - French
September 9 - 13, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Aug 30
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
September 9 - 13, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Nov 5
Meditation
Intensive Silence Retreat - 4, 6 & 10 days In person
November 20 - 29, 2026
From CAD $100
/ 10 days
$100.00 Off Until Dec 10
Meditation
Sanyam | In Person
December 25 - 30, 2026
From CAD $945
/ 6 days CAD $1,045
$100.00 Off Until Dec 10
Meditation
Intensive Silence - 4, 6 & 10 Days
December 25, 2026 - January 3, 2027
From CAD $100
/ 10 days
$100.00 Off Until Dec 20
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
December 30, 2026 - January 3, 2027
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$50.00 Off Until Jan 25
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat
January 30 - February 1, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$50.00 Off Until Feb 1
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat - French
February 6 - 8, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$100.00 Off Until Feb 1
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence - French
February 11 - 15, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Feb 1
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
February 11 - 15, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Jan 31
Meditation
10-Day Intensive Silence - Winter Special
February 15 - 24, 2026
From CAD $100
/ 10 days CAD $200
$50.00 Off Until Feb 22
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat
February 27 - March 1, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$50.00 Off Until Feb 24
Health & Wellness
Rest & Rejuvenation Retreat
March 6 - 8, 2026
From CAD $295
/ 3 days CAD $345
$50.00 Off Until Mar 3
Meditation
The Happiness Retreat - French
March 13 - 15, 2026
From CAD $425
/ 3 days CAD $475
$100.00 Off Until Feb 21
Health & Wellness
Break Family Retreat
March 14 - 20, 2026
From CAD $1,295
/ 7 days CAD $1,395
$100.00 Off Until Mar 15
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence - French
March 25 - 29, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until May 7
Meditation
Intensive Silence - 4, 6 & 10 Days
May 22 - 31, 2026
From CAD $100
/ 10 days
$100.00 Off Until Jun 14
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
June 24 - 28, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$175.00 Off Until Mar 1
Health & Wellness
Camp Counsellor in Training
June 26 - July 19, 2026
CAD $2,945
/ 24 days CAD $3,120
$175.00 Off Until Mar 1
Health & Wellness
Camp Santosh
July 3 - 19, 2026
From CAD $1,320
/ 17 days CAD $1,495
$100.00 Off Until Aug 30
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence - French
September 9 - 13, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Aug 30
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
September 9 - 13, 2026
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
$100.00 Off Until Nov 5
Meditation
Intensive Silence Retreat - 4, 6 & 10 days In person
November 20 - 29, 2026
From CAD $100
/ 10 days
$100.00 Off Until Dec 10
Meditation
Sanyam | In Person
December 25 - 30, 2026
From CAD $945
/ 6 days CAD $1,045
$100.00 Off Until Dec 10
Meditation
Intensive Silence - 4, 6 & 10 Days
December 25, 2026 - January 3, 2027
From CAD $100
/ 10 days
$100.00 Off Until Dec 20
Meditation
Stepping Into Silence
December 30, 2026 - January 3, 2027
From CAD $715
/ 5 days CAD $815
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Nestled in the pristine Mauricie region we offer:
Numerous freshwater lakes and nature trails
Extensive organic gardens and orchards
Delicious sattvic cuisine
Calming, Ayurvedic massages offered at on-site spa
Serene meditation hall for yoga, meditation and ceremonies
Outdoor fire pit for cool evenings
Numerous freshwater lakes and nature trails
Extensive organic gardens and orchards
Delicious sattvic cuisine
Calming, Ayurvedic massages offered at on-site spa
Serene meditation hall for yoga, meditation and ceremonies
Outdoor fire pit for cool evenings
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Meal times:
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
18:00 - 19:30 Dinner
The following meals are included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drinks
Available diet types:
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free
Getting Here
International Art of Living Centre, 13 Chemin de l`infinité, Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc, Québec, Canada
Directions
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Recommended Airports
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YUL - Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (135 km)
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Driving directions
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Type the following address for GPS: 13 Chemin de L’Infinite, St-Mathieu-du-Parc, QC G0X 1N0
PLEASE NOTE: From Rte 351, DO NOT turn into Chemin du Lac Gareau. Instead, drive to the Yellow Sign (see picture) at the entrance of the Centre and turn in. This is Chemin de L’Harmonie. Drive for about 1 Km to the Reception on the left.
The data signal as you approach the center is spotty, therefore, the center recommends that you save a screenshot of your direction, save offline maps, or carry a printout.
Airport: Montréal–Trudeau International Airport Airport transfer available: Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (CAD 80 per person)
Additional charges may apply.
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