In Canada, the Transcendental Meditation Technique is taught through the non-profit organization: Global Country of World Peace. Certified teachers of the TM technique have successfully completed an intensive 5 month in-residence Teacher Training Course, developed by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of the TM program, and maintain their certification through ongoing professional courses for TM teachers.
Only by learning the Transcendental Meditation program from a certified teacher can you be assured of receiving the authentic Transcendental Meditation technique and gaining access to all the advanced programs of knowledge and experience that have been structured for your benefit by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.
David began TM and his studies with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in the early 70s. His teaching experience includes: close to 2,000 individuals instructed in the TM technique, conducting regular advanced seminars and workshops for practitioners, leading residential retreats, and the implementation of TM as part of corporate leadership programmes.
In addition to being a TM instructor, David has also maintained a parallel career as an entrepreneur. The multiple marketing and communications enterprises he created has led his teams of specialists across Canada, the USA, Caribbean, UK, EU, and Asia developing and implementing strategic business units for multi-national corporations. He has taken a hiatus from the business arena to focus on the development and expansion of the TM Programmes in Canada.
Judy Keen has been a professional counsellor for over 30 years, practicing in both the UK and Canada. She has also practiced Transcendental Meditation since 1974 and most recently became a certified teacher of Transcendental Meditation technique in 2009. She has found this technique to be simply the single most supportive and evolutionary self-help method available.
Born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, Dianne began the practice of TM in 1972 while living in Vancouver and after moving to Toronto became a teacher of Transcendental Meditation in 1977. In addition, Dianne has also worked in public education in Toronto and Mississauga teaching K– Gr. 8, including 10 years as a Music Specialist. She holds a BA major in Music from York University and a B.Ed from the University of Toronto. Dianne recently retired from the Peel Board of Education and now dedicates herself full time to the teaching of the TM program.
Dianne is married to David Field, her husband of 44 years. David is an acclaimed professional jazz musician. Together they have raised three sons, all of whom are musical in addition to their other professions. Dianne is a longtime member of the Ambiance Singers, a ladies’ singing group based in Mississauga. Her other interests include gardening, renovating homes and travelling as well as being an active member of the Anglican church.
Practicing TM since 1986, Christine became a TM instructor in 1996 and was the full-time administrator of the Toronto TM organization until 2007. Her focus has now shifted to the delivery of the TM program for women in mid-town Toronto.
From a desire to help women lead more balanced, healthy lives, Christine also introduces practices from Maharishi Ayurveda, an ancient, comprehensive system of natural healthcare.
Prior to teaching TM, Christine worked in the insurance industry as a Senior Business Systems Analyst. Her interests over the years have included technical writing, teaching ESL, professional organizing, and interior design. Christine loves to crochet hats for her grandson, Luka.
Deborah has been a dedicated practitioner of Transcendental Meditation since 1992. The positive impact of TM on all aspects of her life inspired her to become a certified teacher of the program. With over 40 years experience as a certified yoga teacher, Deborah also teaches the Maharishi Yog Asana program of yoga; an expansive approach to yoga postures.
Deborah is a creative and visionary entrepreneur who has created, owned and operated several successful businesses in Toronto. Most recently she founded and ran Yoga Spirit, an online continuing education hub serving the international yoga community. She was a partner in Enrich Performance, a workplace health and wellness company. Deborah also created and operated City Nights, a unique marketing concept that became a driving force for entertainment and lifestyle advertising in Toronto.
Deborah loves sharing the benefits of TM with her students.
Helen was born and raised in New York City, NY. Helen began to practice TM in 1970. Shortly after, she became a teacher of Transcendental Meditation in 1974.
Helen worked as a site coordinator in the field of developomental disabilities and physical disabilities for 30 years. Her Hybrid role encompasses on aspects of administration, site security, property relations and health and safety functional responsibilities. Helen recently retire dfrom ErinoakKids and now devotes herself full-time to the teaching of TM.
Helen is married to Kelvin Law for over 31 years. He is a Teacher and Guidance Counselor for the Peel Board of Education for over 25 years. Together, they raised Jessica Law who presently lives in L.A., California where she is pursuing a career as a producer.
Igor has been practicing TM since 1994 and became a TM instructor in 1996. He was the National TM Administrator in Moldova (a former Soviet Republic) from 2000 to 2007 where he was responsible for national affairs, the local centre administration, teaching, conducting regular advanced seminars and workshops and leading residential retreats.
In addition to being one of the youngest TM instructors in Moldova - certified at the age of 18, Igor also continued his other studies and received his Bachelors Degree in English Literature. He then went on to maintain a parallel career as TM teacher and a Microsoft Brand Manager consultant, advising individuals and corporations on software licensing.
In 2010 Igor along with his wife Christina and daughter Erica emigrated to Canada. They spent the first two years settling in, adjusting to the new culture, establishing vocational experience and schooling for Erica. Beginning in 2013 Igor is happy to be engaged fully in his primary vocation as one of the dedicated TM teachers serving the GTHA.
With his background Igor also has the official certification to teach TM in both English and Russian, providing a special service to the GTHA growing Russian speaking population.