What is Being?
Being is the first smart neighbourhood in Canada. It is a living ecosystem that places art, science, education, craft, play, gastronomy, and sport at its core, surrounded by sustainable residences.
In a world where the digital depersonalizes and isolates us, Being prioritizes authentic human socialization, close integration, and collective growth working side by side. Its seven centers foster real connections while generating renewable energy and turning waste into abundance. A philosophy of conscious living in Windsor, Ontario.
ARTS CENTRE
At Being’s Art Center, talent is nurtured and learning is shared. It’s a living space where artists, learners, and dreamers come together to explore voice, movement, words, and form. Here, art is not only taught—it’s experienced alongside those who inspire it: mentors, volunteers, and virtual assistants. We invite you to create, to grow, and to be part of a community that values expression as the most authentic language of being. Discover your art. Share your essence.
RESEARCH CENTRE
At Being’s Research Center, curiosity is the starting point of every discovery. Here, science, technology, and creativity come together to open new frontiers of knowledge—from electron microscopy to solar photovoltaic efficiency and advanced materials recycling. We promote high-level research that blends rigor, innovation, and purpose, all directed toward a more sustainable future. Discover, collaborate, and become part of the change that drives scientific and human progress.
READING CENTRE
At Being’s Reading and Writing Center, we reclaim the power of words in all their forms. In an age when technology has weakened the habits of reading and writing, this space invites you to rediscover the depth of thought, the beauty of language, and the strength of expression. With an extensive library and philosophical discussion rooms, we encourage oratory, self-confidence, and personal growth through dialogue with the great thinkers of history. Here, reading inspires, writing liberates, and critical thinking thrives.
TRADES CENTRE
At Being’s Trades Center, knowledge returns to the hands, and doing becomes a way of thinking. This space invites us to reconnect with materials and understand how ideas take shape through manual work. Here, we learn woodworking, metal welding, blueprint reading, and the safe use of power tools while facing everything from simple home repairs to inventive creations. Every tool teaches patience, precision, and respect for human effort. In the end, we don’t just build objects—we build character, community, and a profound sense of accomplishment.
GAME CENTRE
At Being’s Games and Entertainment Center, fun becomes a way to connect. This space celebrates meeting, laughter, and shared learning through video games, board games, and interactive experiences. Here we play to release stress, explore new cultures, practice new languages, discover affinities, and strengthen communication. From a special date to a corporate team-building session, from welcoming a new colleague to a farewell among friends—every game awakens the joy of being present. The possibilities are endless when play brings us together and reminds us that fun is also an essential part of well-being.
FOOD CENTRE
At Being’s Food Center, cooking and sharing become acts of love and community. This space brings together flavors, aromas, and experiences—from familiar restaurant chains to the original creations of independent chefs. Open kitchens invite couples, friends, and families to cook together, strengthening bonds through creativity and taste. Fresh fruits and vegetables fill our shelves—many grown right here in Being’s own greenhouses and agricultural areas. Here we nourish the body with quality, the soul with connection, and life itself with the simple joy of cooking for those we love.