Proclamations

January

Himalayan Samarpan Meditation Awareness Month, January 2026

WHEREAS, the Shree Shivkrupanand Swami Foundation Canada also known as Himalayan Samapran Medication Canada is a spiritual organization dedicated to promoting the personal growth, inner peace and spiritual awareness through the practice of meditation; and

WHEREAS, the Himalayan Samarpan Meditation Canada has been founded by Shree Shivkrupanand Swami, who has dedicated his life for spreading the message of Universal Love (One World, One Family); World Peace through Inner Peace; the individual spiritual awakening through the practice of meditation; and

WHEREAS, Shree Shivkruapanand Swami graced the City of St. John's with his visit in August of 2009 to delivered a discourse and answer spiritual questions from the citizens of St. John's; and

WHEREAS, Shree Shivkrupanand Swami's teachings emphasize on the importance of connecting with one's inner self to achieve harmony and balance in life, inspiring countless individuals (in more than 72 countries) on the journey of self-discovery and inner peace; and

WHEREAS, the practice of Himalayan Samarpan Meditation has shown significant benefits in reducing stress, improving mental health, enhancing overall quality of life, all of which advance the Vision of the City of St. John's of having people who are vibrant, sustainable and connected; and

WHEREAS, the Himalayan Samarpan Meditation practice is a simple, experience-based process that can be practiced by anyone, regardless of their background, gender, race, religion, colour or lifestyle, requiring comparatively less effort for significant spiritual experience; and

WHEREAS, the Himalayan Samarpan Meditation is taught for free globally through workshops, retreats; and

WHEREAS, the Shree Shivkrupanand Swami Foundation Canada also known as Himalayan Samarpan Meditation has actively organized free meditation sessions, workshops and retreats in the City of St. John's to educate and encourage individuals to embrace transformative power of Meditation; and

THEREFORE, I, Mayor Danny Breen, do hereby proclaim the month of January 2026 as Himalayan Samarpan Meditation Awareness Month.