

The Zen Centre of Ottawa offers a serene environment for meditation and mindfulness, blending traditional Zen practices with modern mindfulness techniques. Located in a vibrant neighborhood, it serves both beginners and seasoned practitioners seeking deep relaxation and inner peace.
Founded in 1985, the White Wind Zen Community at the Zen Centre of Ottawa practices and teaches Dogen’s Zen. The community provides extensive training and study opportunities for monastics and lay students, including morning and evening sittings, monthly sesshin, and intensive training periods. The centre also offers public workshops and a Long Distance Training Program for students worldwide.
Guided Meditation Sessions
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Classes
Breathwork Workshops
Yoga Nidra
Themed Mindfulness Workshops
One-on-One Mindfulness Coaching
Introduction to Zen Workshops
Long Distance Training Program
Monthly workshops introducing the basics of Zen practice.
Zen Master
Dharma Teacher
Dharma Teacher


240 Daly Ave
Ottawa, ON K1N 6G2
Parking
Free street parking available on Daly Ave.
Transit
Short walk from the Ottawa bus stop.
Walk-in Policy
Appointment only
Languages Spoken
Payment Methods
Certifications
Certified Mindfulness Instructor
Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Parking
Free street parking available on Daly Ave.
Transit Access
Short walk from the Ottawa bus stop.
Walk-in Policy
Appointment only
Safety Protocols
Enhanced cleaning protocols
Sanitization stations