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What is Open Circle?

Open Circle is a safe, respectful, and welcoming community where students from diverse backgrounds explore personal and spiritual growth. We support each other in developing into engaged community-minded leaders through:

  • Volunteer groups in underserved Hamilton communities
  • Weekly drop-in groups for sharing and reflection
  • Personal development courses
  • Events like planetarium shows, panel discussions, and retreats
  • Personal companioning (1 on 1 support)

About our Supporting Charity

McMaster Open Circle is resourced by the local charity Student Open Circles

Upcoming Events

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Weekly Circles
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Live Awake Outdoor Circle

Relating with the Land: Guided reflection and movement to give attention to and build our relationship with the land we are situated on. Contemplate your connection with the earth, others ...
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Mindfulness Circle

Breath Awareness: This week join us for an introduction to breath awareness meditation – a simple, gentle, and easy to learn practice that you can do any time you need ...
Students hiking on a snowy path
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Live Awake Outdoor Circle

Gratitude Hike: Take a hike in Cootes Paradise, try mindfulness practices, and notice what you are grateful for in nature while finding the heart of the forest. These exercises will ...