Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:30 p.m:

- guided settling meditation

-brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation

8:30 - 8:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

GEN KELSANG CHODOR is our Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. He has been ordained and has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than twenty-two years.

He has taught extensively in both the UK and the US. He is admired by students for his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humor. He is skilled at putting everyone at ease and helping them solve their problems and anxieties with practical Dharma advice.

At Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada, Gen Chodor usually teaches the Sunday morning, Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning classes. As well he also teaches special events, courses and workshops and two in-depth study programmes: the Foundation Programme and the Teacher Training Programme.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
Live-streaming option is available to Class pass holders.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Crawford Street may be closed during March and April 2025 due to road works. Parking spaces in the neighbourhood will be very limited. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking further away in the nearby streets. Please allow more travel time.

However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:30 a.m: Doors open

11:00 - 12:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

12:15 - 12:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

JUDI WATSON has been studying and practicing Buddhist meditation for over 20 years and she has a deep enthusiasm for sharing the transformative power of meditation from her own personal experience.
As both a long-term teacher and volunteer at KMC Canada, she embodies a natural joy and happiness from within.
Her classes are delivered with clarity, warmth, and in a down-to-earth, practical, and highly accessible manner.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: Please book in advance using our booking form below. While we welcome last-minute drop-ins, pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a smoother check-in process and reduce your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the event begins.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

4:15 p.m.: Doors open

4:30 -5:30 p.m.: Puja

This puja (chanted prayers) includes two practices revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri. The first is a special Guru yoga in which we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa, who himself is a manifestation of Manjushri. By relying upon this practice, we can purify negativity, accumulate merit, and receive blessings. In this way, we shall naturally accomplish all the realizations of the stages of the path of Sutra and Tantra, and in particular we shall attain a very special Dharma wisdom.

The second practice is a method for relying upon the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. Through this, we can overcome obstacles to our practice and create favourable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our Dharma realizations. If we rely upon the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden sincerely, our faith in Je Tsongkhapa will naturally increase and we shall easily gain experience of the pure Buddhadharma transmitted directly to Je Tsongkhapa by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri.

These two practices are the very essence of the New Kadampa Tradition of Mahayana Buddhism. If we practise them regularly and sincerely, we shall reap a rich harvest of pure Dharma realizations, and eventually come to experience the supreme joy of full enlightenment. An extensive explanation of this sadhana can be found in the book Heart Jewel, by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

We have a limited quantity of Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

If you have any questions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

This session is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

8:45 a.m.: Doors open

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.: Puja

Tara is a female Buddha, a manifestation of the ultimate wisdom of all the Buddhas. Each of the Twenty-one Taras is a manifestation of the principal Tara, Green Tara. Tara is also known as the 'Mother of the Conquerors'.

Tara is our common mother, our Holy Mother. When we are young we turn to our worldly mother for help. She protects us from immediate dangers, provides us with all our temporal needs, and guides and encourages us in our learning and personal development. In the same way, during our spiritual growth we need to turn to our Holy Mother, Tara, for refuge. She protects us from all internal and external dangers, she provides us with all the necessary conditions for our spiritual training, and she guides us and inspires us with her blessings as we progress along the spiritual path.

'Tara' means 'Rescuer'. She is so called because she rescues us from the eight outer fears (the fears of lions, elephants, fire, snakes, thieves, water, bondage, and evil spirits), and from the eight inner fears (the fears of pride, ignorance, anger, jealousy, wrong views, attachment, miserliness, and deluded doubts). Temporarily Tara saves us from the dangers of rebirth in the three lower realms, and ultimately she saves us from the dangers of samsara and solitary peace.

If we rely upon Mother Tara sincerely and with strong faith she will protect us from all obstacles and fulfil all our wishes. Since she is a wisdom Buddha, and since she is a manifestation of the completely purified wind element, Tara is able to help us very quickly. If we recite the twenty-one verses of praise we shall receive inconceivable benefits. These praises are very powerful because they are Sutra, the actual words of Buddha. It is good to recite them as often as we can.

We have a limited quantity of Liberation from Sorrow prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

For any questions or inquiries about these sessions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

8:15 - 9:00 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Jay Roberts brings a wealth of personal experience and warmth to his meditation classes, acquired through years of dedicated study and practice within Kadampa Buddhism. As a very sincere teacher and regular volunteer at KMC Canada, he embodies the qualities of loving-kindness and integrity, making him very approachable and easy to relate to. Jay teaches in an engaging, practical, and down-to-earth manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:00 - 11:15 AM
Meditation & Teaching

11:15 - 11:45 AM
Refreshments Break

11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Meditation & Teaching

Maria Gonzalez-Castaneda, a dedicated teacher and volunteer at KMC Canada, brings a wealth of personal experience to her meditation classes. She teaches in an engaging, practical manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice.

Rocio Jurado has been studying and practising Buddhist meditation for many years. She embodies Buddha’s warmth and loving-kindness and teaches from her heart and personal experience in a simple, yet practical way, touching the hearts of all those who listen to her.

Regular: $30
80 & 108 Class Pass: no cost

Live-streaming option available to Class Pass holders.

(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.

Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

2:15 p.m.: Doors open

2:30- 4:00 p.m.: Puja

Offering to the Spiritual Guide is a special Guru yoga of Je Tsongkhapa in conjunction with Highest Yoga Tantra. It was compiled by the first Panchen Lama, Losang Chökyi Gyaltsän, as a preliminary practice for Vajrayana Mahamudra. The main practice is relying upon the Spiritual Guide, but it also includes all the essential practices of the stages of the path (Lamrim) and training the mind (Lojong), as well as both the generation stage and completion stage of Highest Yoga Tantra.

The essence of Guru yoga is to develop a strong conviction that our Spiritual Guide is a Buddha, to make prostrations, offerings, and sincere requests to him or her, and then to receive his or her profound blessings. According to the Guru yoga of Offering to the Spiritual Guide, we develop conviction that our Spiritual Guide is the same nature as Je Tsongkhapa, who is an emanation of the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri.

By relying upon Je Tsongkhapa, our compassion, wisdom, and spiritual power naturally increase. In particular, because Je Tsongkhapa is an emanation of the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri, his faithful followers never experience difficulty in increasing their wisdom. There are many other benefits from practising Offering to the Spiritual Guide. These are explained in the book Great Treasury of Merit, which contains a complete commentary to the practice.

We have a limited quantity of Offering to the Spiritual Guide Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

If you have any questions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

These sessions are taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

9:15 a.m: Doors open

9:30 - 10:15 a.m: Session

Kelsang Dipam
Kelsang Zopa
Maria Gonzalez-Castaneda
Ricardo Diaz Alarcon
Rocio Jurado

We have a limited quantity of Prayers for World Peacel Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

For any questions or inquiries about these sessions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:30 a.m: Doors open

11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m: Guided settling meditation, brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation

12:15 - 12:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Gen Kelsang Chodor is our Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. He has been ordained and has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than twenty-two years.

He has taught extensively in both the UK and the US. He is admired by students for his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humor. He is skilled at putting everyone at ease and helping them solve their problems and anxieties with practical Dharma advice.

At Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada, Gen Chodor usually teaches the Sunday morning, Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning classes. As well he also teaches special events, courses and workshops and two in-depth study programmes: the Foundation Programme and the Teacher Training Programme.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: Please book in advance using our booking form below. While we welcome last-minute drop-ins, pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a smoother check-in process and reduce your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the event begins.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.

Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

This urban retreat is held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Sunday May 11
Guided by Gen Chodor
Retreat Session: 3:00 - 4:15 pm
Retreat Session: 4:45 - 6:00 pm

TTP students will continue with this retreat on their own.

Gen Kelsang Chodor is our Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. He has been ordained and has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than twenty-two years.

He has taught extensively in both the UK and the US. He is admired by students for his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humor. He is skilled at putting everyone at ease and helping them solve their problems and anxieties with practical Dharma advice.

At Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada, Gen Chodor usually teaches the Sunday morning, Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning classes. As well he also teaches special events, courses and workshops and two in-depth study programmes: the Foundation Programme and the Teacher Training Programme.

Regular:
Sunday -2 sessions: $20

80 Class Pass Holders: $10
108 Class Pass holders: No charge

(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.

Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:30 p.m:

- guided settling meditation

-brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation

8:30 - 8:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

GEN KELSANG CHODOR is our Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. He has been ordained and has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than twenty-two years.

He has taught extensively in both the UK and the US. He is admired by students for his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humor. He is skilled at putting everyone at ease and helping them solve their problems and anxieties with practical Dharma advice.

At Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada, Gen Chodor usually teaches the Sunday morning, Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning classes. As well he also teaches special events, courses and workshops and two in-depth study programmes: the Foundation Programme and the Teacher Training Programme.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
Live-streaming option is available to Class pass holders.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Crawford Street may be closed during March and April 2025 due to road works. Parking spaces in the neighbourhood will be very limited. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking further away in the nearby streets. Please allow more travel time.

However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:30 a.m: Doors open

11:00 - 12:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

12:15 - 12:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

JUDI WATSON has been studying and practicing Buddhist meditation for over 20 years and she has a deep enthusiasm for sharing the transformative power of meditation from her own personal experience.
As both a long-term teacher and volunteer at KMC Canada, she embodies a natural joy and happiness from within.
Her classes are delivered with clarity, warmth, and in a down-to-earth, practical, and highly accessible manner.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: Please book in advance using our booking form below. While we welcome last-minute drop-ins, pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a smoother check-in process and reduce your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the event begins.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:15 a.m.: Doors open

6:30 - 7:00 a.m.: Precepts

The essence of the practice is to take eight precepts and to keep them purely for a period of twenty-four hours.

By doing this practice again and again, we acquaint ourself with the practice of moral discipline and thereby make our human life meaningful.

We receive many great benefits from practicing moral discipline in this way. It helps us to solve the problems of this life by avoiding the causes of suffering; and it creates the cause for us to take fortunate rebirths in future lives and thereby protects us from the sufferings of lower rebirth.

In particular, because it is performed with bodhichitta motivation, this practice is very powerful for purifying negative karma. It accumulates a vast collection of merit and creates the cause for us to attain the unsurpassed happiness of enlightenment.

We first need to receive these precepts from a qualified Preceptor, and then we can take them on our own as often as we wish. Instructions on both these methods are included in this sadhana.

If we wish to take the essence of this precious human life we should strive to engage in this practice as often as we can.

When we take the eight Mahayana precepts, we explicitly promise to abstain for twenty-four hours from eight actions:

Killing

Stealing

Sexual activity

Lying

Taking intoxicants

Eating after lunch (It is customary to abstain from all meals apart from lunch at 12:30 p.m.)

Sitting on high or luxurious thrones or seats

Wearing ornaments, perfume, etc, and singing and dancing, etc.

These eight, however, are merely symbolic, for in reality we promise to abstain from all non-virtuous actions for twenty-four hours.

Taking and keeping these precepts is a special purification practice. Buddha realized that all living beings’ suffering comes from their previous negative karma, and so he taught special practices to purify it.

To purify our negative karma we must practice the four opponent powers: the power of regret, the power of reliance, the power of the opponent force, and the power of promise. These are explained fully in Joyful Path of Good Fortune. Within these four, we are here emphasizing the power of promise – promising not to repeat non-virtuous actions.

There are many levels on which we can make this promise. We can promise not to commit non-virtuous actions for the rest of our life, for a year, for a month, for a week, or, in this case, for a day.

If we manage to keep our actions of body, speech, and mind pure for one day we can then extend it to two days, then to three days, and so on, until eventually we can keep pure moral discipline all the time.

If we reach the point when we can keep our actions of body, speech, and mind completely pure all the time, we shall have accomplished the Pure Land. With a pure body and a pure mind there is no basis for experiencing suffering; instead we shall experience only unceasing happiness from within.

We all want to be happy – living in a pure environment with pure friends, pure enjoyments, and so on – but this is unattainable for as long as we have negative karma in our minds.

Therefore, we need to rely upon Buddha’s skilful method for purifying our negative karma. This practice is very simple, and it lasts for only a day at a time; but it leads to very great results.

We have a limited quantity of A Pure Life Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

If you have any questions, please email: epc@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

8:15 - 9:00 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Jay Roberts brings a wealth of personal experience and warmth to his meditation classes, acquired through years of dedicated study and practice within Kadampa Buddhism. As a very sincere teacher and regular volunteer at KMC Canada, he embodies the qualities of loving-kindness and integrity, making him very approachable and easy to relate to. Jay teaches in an engaging, practical, and down-to-earth manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:00 - 11:15 AM
Meditation & Teaching

11:15 - 11:45 AM
Refreshments Break

11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Meditation & Teaching

Kelsang Rigma is a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism for over 20 years. She was the Resident Teacher at the Kadampa Meditation Centre Cologne, Germany, last year. She is delighted to continue to teach in Canada. She is particularly valued for her warm and open nature and her clear teachings, which always focus on the practical importance of Buddha’s teachings for our everyday life.

Regular: $30
80 & 108 Class Pass: no cost

Live-streaming option available to Class Pass holders.

(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.

Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

2:15 p.m.: Doors open

2:30 -3:30 p.m.: Puja

This puja (chanted prayers) includes two practices revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri. The first is a special Guru yoga in which we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa, who himself is a manifestation of Manjushri. By relying upon this practice, we can purify negativity, accumulate merit, and receive blessings. In this way, we shall naturally accomplish all the realizations of the stages of the path of Sutra and Tantra, and in particular we shall attain a very special Dharma wisdom.

The second practice is a method for relying upon the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. Through this, we can overcome obstacles to our practice and create favourable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our Dharma realizations. If we rely upon the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden sincerely, our faith in Je Tsongkhapa will naturally increase and we shall easily gain experience of the pure Buddhadharma transmitted directly to Je Tsongkhapa by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri.

These two practices are the very essence of the New Kadampa Tradition of Mahayana Buddhism. If we practise them regularly and sincerely, we shall reap a rich harvest of pure Dharma realizations, and eventually come to experience the supreme joy of full enlightenment. An extensive explanation of this sadhana can be found in the book Heart Jewel, by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

We have a limited quantity of Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

If you have any questions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

These sessions are taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

9:15 a.m: Doors open

9:30 - 10:15 a.m: Session

Kelsang Dipam
Kelsang Zopa
Maria Gonzalez-Castaneda
Ricardo Diaz Alarcon
Rocio Jurado

We have a limited quantity of Prayers for World Peacel Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

For any questions or inquiries about these sessions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:30 a.m: Doors open

11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m: Guided settling meditation, brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation

12:15 - 12:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Sandra Lewis

Having studied and practised Buddha’s teachings for many years, Sandra has a deep enthusiasm for sharing the transformative power of meditation. An experienced teacher of KMC Canada, she embodies a natural joy and passion for Buddha’s wisdom. Her classes, delivered with clarity and insight, help people understand the practical application of Buddha’s teachings in their daily lives.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: Please book in advance using our booking form below. While we welcome last-minute drop-ins, pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a smoother check-in process and reduce your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the event begins.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.

Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:30 p.m:

- guided settling meditation

-brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation

8:30 - 8:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Sandra Lewis

Having studied and practised Buddha’s teachings for many years, Sandra has a deep enthusiasm for sharing the transformative power of meditation. An experienced teacher of KMC Canada, she embodies a natural joy and passion for Buddha’s wisdom. Her classes, delivered with clarity and insight, help people understand the practical application of Buddha’s teachings in their daily lives.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
Live-streaming option is available to Class pass holders.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Crawford Street may be closed during March and April 2025 due to road works. Parking spaces in the neighbourhood will be very limited. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking further away in the nearby streets. Please allow more travel time.

However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:30 a.m: Doors open

11:00 - 12:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

12:15 - 12:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

JUDI WATSON has been studying and practicing Buddhist meditation for over 20 years and she has a deep enthusiasm for sharing the transformative power of meditation from her own personal experience.
As both a long-term teacher and volunteer at KMC Canada, she embodies a natural joy and happiness from within.
Her classes are delivered with clarity, warmth, and in a down-to-earth, practical, and highly accessible manner.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: Please book in advance using our booking form below. While we welcome last-minute drop-ins, pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a smoother check-in process and reduce your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the event begins.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

4:15 p.m.: Doors open

4:30 -5:30 p.m.: Puja

This puja (chanted prayers) includes two practices revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri. The first is a special Guru yoga in which we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa, who himself is a manifestation of Manjushri. By relying upon this practice, we can purify negativity, accumulate merit, and receive blessings. In this way, we shall naturally accomplish all the realizations of the stages of the path of Sutra and Tantra, and in particular we shall attain a very special Dharma wisdom.

The second practice is a method for relying upon the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. Through this, we can overcome obstacles to our practice and create favourable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our Dharma realizations. If we rely upon the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden sincerely, our faith in Je Tsongkhapa will naturally increase and we shall easily gain experience of the pure Buddhadharma transmitted directly to Je Tsongkhapa by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri.

These two practices are the very essence of the New Kadampa Tradition of Mahayana Buddhism. If we practise them regularly and sincerely, we shall reap a rich harvest of pure Dharma realizations, and eventually come to experience the supreme joy of full enlightenment. An extensive explanation of this sadhana can be found in the book Heart Jewel, by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

We have a limited quantity of Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

If you have any questions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

8:15 - 9:00 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Jay Roberts brings a wealth of personal experience and warmth to his meditation classes, acquired through years of dedicated study and practice within Kadampa Buddhism. As a very sincere teacher and regular volunteer at KMC Canada, he embodies the qualities of loving-kindness and integrity, making him very approachable and easy to relate to. Jay teaches in an engaging, practical, and down-to-earth manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

These sessions are taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

9:15 a.m: Doors open

9:30 - 10:15 a.m: Session

Kelsang Dipam
Kelsang Zopa
Maria Gonzalez-Castaneda
Ricardo Diaz Alarcon
Rocio Jurado

We have a limited quantity of Prayers for World Peacel Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

For any questions or inquiries about these sessions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

5:45 p.m.: Doors open

6:00- 7:30 p.m.: Puja

Offering to the Spiritual Guide is a special Guru yoga of Je Tsongkhapa in conjunction with Highest Yoga Tantra. It was compiled by the first Panchen Lama, Losang Chökyi Gyaltsän, as a preliminary practice for Vajrayana Mahamudra. The main practice is relying upon the Spiritual Guide, but it also includes all the essential practices of the stages of the path (Lamrim) and training the mind (Lojong), as well as both the generation stage and completion stage of Highest Yoga Tantra.

The essence of Guru yoga is to develop a strong conviction that our Spiritual Guide is a Buddha, to make prostrations, offerings, and sincere requests to him or her, and then to receive his or her profound blessings. According to the Guru yoga of Offering to the Spiritual Guide, we develop conviction that our Spiritual Guide is the same nature as Je Tsongkhapa, who is an emanation of the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri.

By relying upon Je Tsongkhapa, our compassion, wisdom, and spiritual power naturally increase. In particular, because Je Tsongkhapa is an emanation of the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri, his faithful followers never experience difficulty in increasing their wisdom. There are many other benefits from practising Offering to the Spiritual Guide. These are explained in the book Great Treasury of Merit, which contains a complete commentary to the practice.

We have a limited quantity of Offering to the Spiritual Guide Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

If you have any questions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:30 a.m: Doors open

11:00 - 12:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

12:15 - 12:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

JUDI WATSON has been studying and practicing Buddhist meditation for over 20 years and she has a deep enthusiasm for sharing the transformative power of meditation from her own personal experience.
As both a long-term teacher and volunteer at KMC Canada, she embodies a natural joy and happiness from within.
Her classes are delivered with clarity, warmth, and in a down-to-earth, practical, and highly accessible manner.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: Please book in advance using our booking form below. While we welcome last-minute drop-ins, pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a smoother check-in process and reduce your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the event begins.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

8:15 - 9:00 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Jay Roberts brings a wealth of personal experience and warmth to his meditation classes, acquired through years of dedicated study and practice within Kadampa Buddhism. As a very sincere teacher and regular volunteer at KMC Canada, he embodies the qualities of loving-kindness and integrity, making him very approachable and easy to relate to. Jay teaches in an engaging, practical, and down-to-earth manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:00 - 11:15 AM
Meditation & Teaching

11:15 - 11:45 AM
Refreshments Break

11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Meditation & Teaching

Kelsang Rigma is a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism for over 20 years. She was the Resident Teacher at the Kadampa Meditation Centre Cologne, Germany, last year. She is delighted to continue to teach in Canada. She is particularly valued for her warm and open nature and her clear teachings, which always focus on the practical importance of Buddha’s teachings for our everyday life.

Regular: $30
80 & 108 Class Pass: no cost

Live-streaming option available to Class Pass holders.

(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.

Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

These sessions are taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

9:15 a.m: Doors open

9:30 - 10:15 a.m: Session

Kelsang Dipam
Kelsang Zopa
Maria Gonzalez-Castaneda
Ricardo Diaz Alarcon
Rocio Jurado

We have a limited quantity of Prayers for World Peacel Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the session.

If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online. Click here to purchase it online from the Tharpa Publications Canada website.

For any questions or inquiries about these sessions, please email: info@kadampa.ca

This event is taking place at:

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

10:30 a.m: Doors open

11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m: Guided settling meditation, brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation

12:15 - 12:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Sandra Lewis

Having studied and practised Buddha’s teachings for many years, Sandra has a deep enthusiasm for sharing the transformative power of meditation. An experienced teacher of KMC Canada, she embodies a natural joy and passion for Buddha’s wisdom. Her classes, delivered with clarity and insight, help people understand the practical application of Buddha’s teachings in their daily lives.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: Please book in advance using our booking form below. While we welcome last-minute drop-ins, pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a smoother check-in process and reduce your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the event begins.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

By public transport: We are located at an equal distance from either the Christie or the Ossington subway station.

By car: We are located close to the intersection Bloor & Christie, on Crawford Street, which is a one way street from Harbord to Bloor.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

Parking spaces are limited in the area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is possible to find parking in the nearby streets. However, it is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day. It is necessary to have a permit in order to park overnight in the area.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking, Spot Hero.

Temporary on-street permit parking in Toronto: Provided space is available, a temporary parking permit may be purchased by residents and their guests to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program of the city of Toronto. This program generally services those residential areas where driveways are not common. If you choose this option, please avoid parking on Crawford St. if possible. You may get a ticket as it is complaint driven and the residents have limited space for their own street parking on Crawford St.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca

Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

Everybody is welcome!

These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

Open Google Maps

6:30 p.m: Doors open

7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

8:15 - 9:00 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments

Jay Roberts brings a wealth of personal experience and warmth to his meditation classes, acquired through years of dedicated study and practice within Kadampa Buddhism. As a very sincere teacher and regular volunteer at KMC Canada, he embodies the qualities of loving-kindness and integrity, making him very approachable and easy to relate to. Jay teaches in an engaging, practical, and down-to-earth manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within.

Regular: $15 / person
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

Please click here to familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket.

If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca