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Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice
Nov
26
Special Events, Courses, Tuesday evening classes

Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

~ Special In-depth Series ~
The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

After the recent International Kadampa Festival in Brazil, our "Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini" practice classes offer an in-depth exploration of the eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini in the Generation Stage. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for establishing a daily practice of Buddha Vajrayogini.

This series is intended for practitioners who have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments within the New Kadampa Tradition or plan to receive them soon.

Topics to be covered:
~The yoga of sleeping, rising, and experiencing nectar
(the yoga of daily actions)
~The yoga of immeasurables
~The yoga of the Guru
~The yoga of self-generation
~The yoga of purifying migrators
~The yoga of being blessed by Heroes and Heroines
~The yoga of verbal and mental recitation & the yoga of inconceivability

Note for newcomers to meditation: We recommend our Thursday evening, Wednesday morning, or Sunday morning classes for foundational practice.

  • 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 - 8:45 p.m:

    - guided settling meditation

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

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada.  He is admired by students because of 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as 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.

  • 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: [email protected]

Booking

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Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice
Dec
3
Special Events, Courses, Tuesday evening classes

Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

~ Special In-depth Series ~
The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

After the recent International Kadampa Festival in Brazil, our "Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini" practice classes offer an in-depth exploration of the eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini in the Generation Stage. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for establishing a daily practice of Buddha Vajrayogini.

This series is intended for practitioners who have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments within the New Kadampa Tradition or plan to receive them soon.

Topics to be covered:
~The yoga of sleeping, rising, and experiencing nectar
(the yoga of daily actions)
~The yoga of immeasurables
~The yoga of the Guru
~The yoga of self-generation
~The yoga of purifying migrators
~The yoga of being blessed by Heroes and Heroines
~The yoga of verbal and mental recitation & the yoga of inconceivability

Note for newcomers to meditation: We recommend our Thursday evening, Wednesday morning, or Sunday morning classes for foundational practice.

  • 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 - 8:45 p.m:

    - guided settling meditation

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

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada.  He is admired by students because of 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as 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.

  • 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: [email protected]

Booking

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Half-day course ~ Creating a Sacred Space For Meditation
Dec
7
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Half-day course ~ Creating a Sacred Space For Meditation

Creating a Sacred Space For Meditation

Half-day course with Kelsang Rigma

Within our busy modern lives, we need a quiet place of sanctuary in our home, a place where we can spend time in contemplation, meditation, and relaxation. This space, through the power of association, automatically uplifts our mind and instills a sense of peace within us.

In this course, you will learn the basics of creating a beautiful sacred space in your own home. Specifically, you will be taught how to set up an authentic Buddhist shrine and how to use it to give power and depth to your daily meditation practice.

This course is held in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. In between sessions, enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other meditation materials to support your journey toward greater understanding and tranquility.

No previous experience with meditation is required. Everyone 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

  • Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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 / person
    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: [email protected]

Booking

 
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Mala Making Workshop
Dec
7
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Mala Making Workshop

Mala Making Workshop

with Kadampa Teacher Rose Hirano

Join in this fun and meaningful experience! A mala, like a rosary, is a string of beads used for keeping count while reciting, chanting, or mentally repeating a mantra. For Buddhist practitioners, this ritual object is revered as precious, becoming more powerful and meaningful the more it is used. Both beautiful and spiritual, it is often carried with them or kept very close by.

Using beads of a wide variety of colors and materials, full length malas traditionally have 108 beads. During this workshop, you will have the opportunity to make a mala of your choice to use as your personal mala, give as a gift, or donate to the centre Bookstore & Shop.

  • 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

  • 2:00 - 5:00 PM
    Mala Making Workshop (with refreshment time)

  • Rose Hirano is the Education Program Coordinator at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada.  She has been practising for more than 20 years and teaching for 14 years.  She explains Buddha’s teachings in a practical way that is easily applicable to everyone’s busy daily life. Rose is also a warm-hearted, sincere and dedicated member of our community.


  • Regular: $45 / person
    80 Card Pass: 50% Discount for this workshop
    108 Card Pass: no cost


    (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: [email protected]

Booking

 
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Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice
Dec
10
Special Events, Courses, Tuesday evening classes

Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

~ Special In-depth Series ~
The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

After the recent International Kadampa Festival in Brazil, our "Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini" practice classes offer an in-depth exploration of the eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini in the Generation Stage. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for establishing a daily practice of Buddha Vajrayogini.

This series is intended for practitioners who have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments within the New Kadampa Tradition or plan to receive them soon.

Topics to be covered:
~The yoga of sleeping, rising, and experiencing nectar
(the yoga of daily actions)
~The yoga of immeasurables
~The yoga of the Guru
~The yoga of self-generation
~The yoga of purifying migrators
~The yoga of being blessed by Heroes and Heroines
~The yoga of verbal and mental recitation & the yoga of inconceivability

Note for newcomers to meditation: We recommend our Thursday evening, Wednesday morning, or Sunday morning classes for foundational practice.

  • 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 - 8:45 p.m:

    - guided settling meditation

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

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada.  He is admired by students because of 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as 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.

  • 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: [email protected]

Booking

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Half-day course ~ Finding Peace in Turbulent Times: Developing Inner Resilience
Dec
14
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Half-day course ~ Finding Peace in Turbulent Times: Developing Inner Resilience

Finding Peace in Turbulent Times: Developing Inner Resilience

Half-day course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Life can be hectic, even chaotic. Is it even possible to find inner peace amidst the demands of modern living? Or are we destined to feel perpetually stressed and overwhelmed?
In this course, we will explore Buddhist wisdom and meditation practices designed to help us become positive and resilient in the face of life's challenges. These practices, known as 'transforming adverse conditions into the path', are essential tools for helping us navigate life's difficulties while remaining mentally tranquil and strong.

This course is held in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. In between sessions, enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other meditation materials to support your journey toward greater understanding and tranquility.

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

  • Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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: $40 / person
    80 Class Pass: 50% Discount
    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: [email protected]

Booking

 
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Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice
Dec
17
Special Events, Courses, Tuesday evening classes

Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

~ Special In-depth Series ~
The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

After the recent International Kadampa Festival in Brazil, our "Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini" practice classes offer an in-depth exploration of the eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini in the Generation Stage. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for establishing a daily practice of Buddha Vajrayogini.

This series is intended for practitioners who have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments within the New Kadampa Tradition or plan to receive them soon.

Topics to be covered:
~The yoga of sleeping, rising, and experiencing nectar
(the yoga of daily actions)
~The yoga of immeasurables
~The yoga of the Guru
~The yoga of self-generation
~The yoga of purifying migrators
~The yoga of being blessed by Heroes and Heroines
~The yoga of verbal and mental recitation & the yoga of inconceivability

Note for newcomers to meditation: We recommend our Thursday evening, Wednesday morning, or Sunday morning classes for foundational practice.

  • 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 - 8:45 p.m:

    - guided settling meditation

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

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada.  He is admired by students because of 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as 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.

  • 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: [email protected]

Booking

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Half-day course ~ The Power of Mantra: Filling The Mind With Positive Energy
Dec
21
Half-Day Courses, Courses, Half-Day Retreats, Meditation Retreats

Half-day course ~ The Power of Mantra: Filling The Mind With Positive Energy

The Power of Mantra:
Filling The Mind With Positive Energy

Half-day course

Mantra literally means 'mind protection.' Mantra recitation is the supreme method to enhance the qualities of our body, speech and mind. For centuries, mantra recitation has been used to attain a peaceful, happy mind by filling the mind with positive energy and pacifying the negative thoughts that give rise to suffering.

In this course, we will learn the real meaning of mantra and receive instructions on how to engage in a special breathing meditation that combines mindfulness of the breath with the recitation of mantra. This is a simple yet powerful method to attain a peaceful, happy, and positive mind. Ultimately, it is a cause of the supreme permanent inner peace of full enlightenment.

  • 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 🧘‍♀️

  • Info to come.

  • Regular: $30
    80 Class Pass and 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: [email protected]

Booking

 
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Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice
Nov
19
Special Events, Courses, Tuesday evening classes

Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

~ Special In-depth Series ~
The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

After the recent International Kadampa Festival in Brazil, our "Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini" practice classes offer an in-depth exploration of the eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini in the Generation Stage. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for establishing a daily practice of Buddha Vajrayogini.

This series is intended for practitioners who have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments within the New Kadampa Tradition or plan to receive them soon.

Topics to be covered:
~The yoga of sleeping, rising, and experiencing nectar
(the yoga of daily actions)
~The yoga of immeasurables
~The yoga of the Guru
~The yoga of self-generation
~The yoga of purifying migrators
~The yoga of being blessed by Heroes and Heroines
~The yoga of verbal and mental recitation & the yoga of inconceivability

Note for newcomers to meditation: We recommend our Thursday evening, Wednesday morning, or Sunday morning classes for foundational practice.

  • 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 - 8:45 p.m:

    - guided settling meditation

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

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada.  He is admired by students because of 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as 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.

  • 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: [email protected]

Booking

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Half-day Retreat ~ Digital Detox Meditation Retreat
Nov
16
Half-Day Courses, Courses, Half-Day Retreats, Meditation Retreats, Meditation for Beginners

Half-day Retreat ~ Digital Detox Meditation Retreat

Digital Detox Meditation Retreat

Half-day Retreat with Kelsang Dipam

Step away from your digital world and immerse yourself in a morning designed to rejuvenate your mind and body. Experience the transformative power of meditation as you relax, destress, and find deep peace of mind. Temporarily abandon your digital distractions and discover the tranquility that comes from quality time away from your gadgets!

This course is held in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. In between sessions, enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other meditation materials to support your journey toward greater understanding and tranquility.

No previous experience with meditation is required. Everybody is welcome!

*For the duration of this retreat, it is highly recommended that you 'go off grid'.

  • 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 - 10:45 AM:
    Talk & Guided Meditations 🧘

    10:45 - 11:15 AM:
    Refreshment Break ☕

    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM:
    Talk & Guided Meditations 🧘

    12:00 - 12:15 PM:
    Refreshment Break ☕

    12:15 - 1:00 PM:
    Talk & Guided Meditation 🧘

  • Kelsang Dipam is a Kadampa Buddhist Monk and one of the teachers at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. He is known for his love of Buddha’s teachings, his contagious enthusiasm, his joyful effort in his practice and positive outlook, as well as for his kindness, wisdom and compassionate approach to his teaching.

  • Regular: $30 / person
    80 Class Pass & 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: [email protected]

Booking

 
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Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice
Nov
12
Special Events, Courses, Buddha's Teachings In-Depth, Tuesday evening classes

Special In-depth Series ～ The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

~ Special In-depth Series ~
The Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini Practice

This series is intended for practitioners who have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments within the New Kadampa Tradition or plan to receive them soon.

Note for newcomers to meditation: We recommend our Sunday morning classes, Wednesday morning or Thursday evening for foundational practice.

After the recent International Kadampa Festival in Brazil, our "Eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini" practice classes offer an in-depth exploration of the eleven Yogas of Vajrayogini in the Generation Stage. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for establishing a daily practice of Buddha Vajrayogini.

Topics to be covered:
~The yoga of sleeping, rising, and experiencing nectar
(the yoga of daily actions)
~The yoga of immeasurables
~The yoga of the Guru
~The yoga of self-generation
~The yoga of purifying migrators
~The yoga of being blessed by Heroes and Heroines
~The yoga of verbal and mental recitation & the yoga of inconceivability

  • 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 - 8:45 p.m:

    - guided settling meditation

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

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada.  He is admired by students because of 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as 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.

  • 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: [email protected]

Booking

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Half-day course ~ Letting Go of Stress & Anxiety
Nov
2
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Half-day course ~ Letting Go of Stress & Anxiety

Letting Go of Stress & Anxiety

Half-day course with Ian Tuttell

Many people suffer from feelings of anxiety or are simply overwhelmed by the stress and demands of everyday life.

We tend to think that situations or people in our life are the causes of our stress or unhappiness, so we then spend a lot of time mentally trying to figure out how to fix those situations or people, which often just makes our mind busier.

Buddha taught that all our unhappiness, stress, and anxiety come from our mind. More specifically, they come from our unrealistic expectations and our exaggerated views of ourselves, the people around us, and the world in general.

By learning to identify the actual causes of stress and unhappy thoughts, we can begin to understand how to become free from them. In this course, we will explore special ways of thinking and meditations that heal the mind from the source of these problems.

Our courses are held in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada.  In between sessions, enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other meditation materials to support your journey toward greater understanding and tranquility.

No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody 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

  • Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • IAN TUTTELL

    Ian has been studying and practicing Buddhist meditation for over 20 years under the guidance of many senior teachers within Kadampa Buddhism. As a dedicated volunteer and teacher at KMC Canada, he embodies the principles of loving-kindness and service to others. His classes are renowned for their clarity and warmth, providing students with a clear, comprehensive, down-to-earth, and practical insight into meditation.

  • Regular: $30 / person
    Class pass holders: No charge
    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: [email protected]

Booking

 
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Rest & Reflect ~ Thanksgiving Weekend Meditation Retreat
Oct
11
to Oct 14
Special Events, Courses, Meditation Retreats, Meditation for Beginners

Rest & Reflect ~ Thanksgiving Weekend Meditation Retreat

~ Rest & Reflect ~

Thanksgiving Weekend
Meditation Retreat

Friday 11th - Monday 14th October
~ Everyone Welcome ~
(individual days can be attended)

Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto (Google Maps)

Do you ever struggle to achieve deep rest and relaxation, or wish to find more mental peace and a positive mindset? If so, this meditation retreat is designed for you.

With the constant demands of daily life - family, work, and relationships - it can often feel impossible to truly relax and find peace within ourselves. We might try to relax by walking in nature, resting in an armchair, or going on a holiday, but if our mind remains stressed, anxious, or preoccupied, genuine relaxation is not possible.

In this meditation retreat, we will explore simple but powerful meditation techniques that enable you to deeply relax without the need to rely on external stimuli. This will help you discover profound inner peace, joy, and a fresh, positive perspective on your life.

You will also learn how to let go of negative states of mind and guide yourself to a place of profound stillness, helping restore both your mental and physical well-being while discovering a deeper sense of purpose.

The Retreat Sessions

The meditation retreat sessions include practical instructions, guided meditations, and Q&A time. Between sessions, there is time to relax, rest, and spend time with like-minded people in our cafe area. The peaceful surroundings of Kadampa Meditation Center Canada help individuals create a comfortable space within their own minds.

Whether you're a seasoned meditator or brand new to the practice, our meditation retreats welcome people from all walks of life. You don't need to be a Buddhist to join – we believe everyone can benefit from meditation and its tremendous positive effects.

The Teachers

All sessions are guided by experienced meditation teachers at KMC Canada. Our teachers draw upon many years of experience and practice, acquired through dedicated study within Kadampa Buddhism. The sessions will be engaging, practical, and designed to inspire participants to discover their own source of inner happiness. Regardless of your background or beliefs, our meditations are accessible and beneficial to everyone.

  • Note: Individual days can be attended!

    Friday

    7:00 - 8:30 PM: 🌟
    Introduction
    with Kelsang Rigma

    Saturday

    10:00 - 11:00 AM: 🧘‍♂️
    Guided Meditation & Talk
    with Pauline Chua

    11:00 - 11:45 AM: ☕
    Refreshment Break

    11:45 AM - 12:45 PM: 🧘‍♀️
    Guided Meditation & Talk
    with Rocio Jurado

    12:45 - 2:45 PM: 🍽️
    Lunch Break

    2:45 - 3:45 PM: 🧘‍♂️
    Guided Meditation & Talk
    with Judi Watson

    Sunday

    9:30 - 10:30 AM: 🧘‍♀️
    Guided Meditation & Talk
    with Jia Hui Yan

    10:30 - 11:00 AM: ☕
    Refreshment Break

    11:00 AM - 12:15 PM: 🧘
    Meditation Class
    with Gen Kelsang Chodor

    2:15 - 3:15 PM: 🧘‍♂️
    Guided Meditation & Talk
    with Maria Gonzalez-Castaneda

    3:15 - 4:00 PM: ☕
    Refreshment Break

    4:00 - 5:00 PM: 🧘‍♀️
    Guided Meditation & Talk
    with Kelsang Ganden

    Monday

    10:00 - 11:00 AM: 🧘‍♂️
    Guided Meditation & Talk
    with Sandra Lewis

    11:00 - 11:45 AM: ☕
    Refreshment Break

    11:45 AM - 12:45 PM: 🧘‍♀️
    Guided Meditation & Talk / Conclusion
    with Drew Anderson

  • This course is held in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada.  In between sessions, you can enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other meditation materials to support your journey toward greater understanding and tranquility.

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Read more reviews on Google...

    Tiphaine (a recent retreat attendee)

    “Perfect for beginners who want to learn how to meditate. Absolutely stunning statues of Buddha, and very practical teachings we can easily integrate into our busy life.”

    Ana (Course attendee)

    "I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. As a beginner to meditation I wanted to feel good and confident in my first retreat. And it was absolutely perfect! Everyone is so welcoming and I also felt I have my space to do and learn on my own time. Highly recommended 🙏"

    Delfina (Course attendee)

    "Coming to Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada has really changed my life. Through the teachings I’ve been receiving since the first class, I’ve been able to make significant positive changes in my lifestyle. The quality of the classes is extraordinary! I’ve come out of every single one of them feeling more peaceful, loving and compassionate."

    Kodi (Course attendee)

    "I've attended a number of weekend retreats and events here. The atmosphere is breathtaking. The volunteers are always so friendly. The teachers are unparalleled. If you are looking for practical ways to bring buddhist philosophies into modern lives, the teachings found here are so powerful."

    Alejandro & Delfina (Retreat Attendees)

    "We started attending the classes at KMCC a little over a year ago. We were interested in complementing our meditation practices with the teachings, but we found more than that. The classes gave us powerful tools to deal with our day to day challenges at work and in our relationships. And we feel the breadth of the meditations have also enhanced our experience of inner peace we were looking for. The community is also super friendly and they work hard to bring many diverse programs running all year long. I can’t recommend higher if you are looking to go in and explore your mind. And… don’t miss the informal Q&A after class. Besides the nice complementary tea and cookies/cakes, it is a great opportunity to ask the teachers specific questions about the class and your practice 🙂."

    Read more reviews on Google...

  • Accommodations are available for those engaging in this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

    An apartment is available as an Air B&B. Click here,

  • Do I need to have any previous experience of meditation to attend this meditation retreat

    No, our classes are open to everyone, Buddhist or non-Buddhist. Everyone is welcome.

    What do I need to bring to the retreat?

    Nothing! But if you wish to take notes, please bring a pen and notepad.

    How should I dress for the retreat?

    No special clothing is required. Come as you are.

    Do I have to sit on a meditation cushion?

    We have chairs set out for you to sit on and also meditation cushions on the floor, so you can choose where you would like to sit.

    Do I have to be a Buddhist to benefit from meditation?

    No. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the benefits. Buddhism is a non-evangelical religion. Buddhists respect all people and are happy to help anyone regardless of whether they subscribe to another faith or to none.

  • Full retreat - $70.00

    Friday only - $15.00

    Saturday only - $15

    Sunday only - $30

    Monday only - $10

    Class pass holder - no cost
    Live-stream option available to Class pass holders (Please write to [email protected] to request live-stream instruction.)
    (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 familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

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Half-day course ~ Meditation In Motion: The 35 Confession Buddha Practice
Oct
5
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Half-day course ~ Meditation In Motion: The 35 Confession Buddha Practice

Meditation In Motion:

The 35 Confession Buddha Practice

Half-day course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Learn how to combine the benefits of meditation with physical exercise!

In this inspiring course, we will use the meditation practice of 'The 35 Confession Buddhas' to free our minds from negative potential (negative karma) and painful emotions, while also increasing our positive energy and general happiness.

This meditation practice can be combined with physical prostrations. The Tibetan word for prostrations is 'chag tsel' – ‘chag’ means sweeping away delusions, negative karma, and obstructions, and ‘tsel’ means requesting all good qualities. Prostration practice is therefore a two-pronged approach to increasing our positive qualities while simultaneously releasing our minds from heaviness, delusions, and obstacles.

It is not necessary for participants to perform physical prostrations in order to practice the 35 Confession Buddhas, although we will provide a demonstration on how to perform physical prostrations for those who wish to learn.

No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody 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

  • Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    10:00 am - 10:45 am:
    The benefits of the 35 Confession Buddha Practice

    10:45 am - 11:15 am:
    Refreshment Break

    11:15 am - 12:00 pm:
    Introduction to the practice

    12:00 pm - 12:30 pm:
    Refreshment Break

    12:30 pm - 1:15 pm:
    The actual practice guided by Gen Chodor

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day course ~ The Art of Positive Thinking
Sep
28
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Half-day course ~ The Art of Positive Thinking

The Art of Positive Thinking

Half-day course with Judi Watson

The ability to think positively doesn't come naturally for many of us. We easily get caught up in our negative habits of mind, which take us in the wrong internal direction from where we want to be. The good news is that positive thinking is something we can train in. Buddha was a master at training the mind, and through following the practical advice he gave, we can also train in the art of positive thinking, eventually developing a mind that is positive not just some of the time, but all of the time. Everyone has this potential.

This course is held in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. In between sessions, you can enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other meditation materials to support your journey toward greater understanding and tranquility.

No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody 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

  • Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • JUDI WATSON

    Judi 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: $30 / person
    Class pass holders: No charge
    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: [email protected]

Booking

 
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The Wisdom of Meditation~Buddha Manjushri Empowerment
Sep
20
to Sep 22
Blessing Empowerment, Courses, Special Events

The Wisdom of Meditation~Buddha Manjushri Empowerment

Wisdom of Meditation

Blessing Empowerment of Buddha Manjushri

with Gen Kelsang Chodor

If we don't know how to meditate correctly and effectively, our meditation practice will lack power. Without the power of meditation, the purpose of our precious human life will be lost, and we will lack the ability to guide ourselves and others on the paths to pure and lasting happiness. 

In this course, Gen Chodor will grant the empowerment of Wisdom Buddha Manjushri, a guided meditation whose function is to fill our mind with wisdom blessings and inspiration. Building upon this foundation, we will learn the invaluable instructions provided by the accomplished meditation master, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, on "Training in Meditation" from the book Mirror of Dharma with Additions. This guidance is essential, offering instructions on how to meditate correctly and powerfully. 

Gen Chodor will also share advice that Gen-la Dekyong (the General Director of the NKT) received directly from Geshe Kelsang Gyatso on how to improve our meditation practice.

Through putting these instructions into practice, we will become qualified Kadampa practitioners with the ability to guide ourselves and others effectively on the path to pure and lasting happiness. How wonderful!

*Accommodations are available for those engaging in this retreat. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This course is held in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada.  In between sessions, you can enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other meditation materials to support your journey toward greater understanding and tranquility.

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Friday, September 20
    7.00 - 8.30pm : Introduction

    Saturday, September 21
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm : Empowerment of Wisdom Buddha Manjushri
    12:00 pm - 2:00 pm : Lunch Break
    2:00 pm - 3.15 pm : Teaching
    3.15 pm - 3:45 pm : Refreshment break
    3:45 pm - 4.30 pm : Meditation

    Sunday, September 22

    11:00 am - 12:15 pm : Teaching & Meditation
    3:00 pm - 4.15 pm : Teaching & Meditation
    4.15 pm - 4:45 pm : Refreshment break
    4:45 pm - 6 pm : Teaching &Meditation

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Full retreat - $125.00

    Friday only - $15.00

    Saturday only - $80

    Sunday only - $30

    Class pass holder 50% off
    (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.

  • Accommodations are available for those engaging in this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

    An apartment is available as an Air B&B. Click here,

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Open Day ～ Discover our Beautiful Temple~ FREE EVENT
Sep
15
Open Day, Courses, Special Events

Open Day ～ Discover our Beautiful Temple~ FREE EVENT

Open Day | 2-5 pm

Drop in! | Kadampa World Peace Temple
631 Crawford Street, Toronto
5 minute walk from Christie Stn


Do you want to try meditation
but don't know how?

Have you tried to do some meditation
from a video or an app
but found it too difficult or distracting?

Have you been meaning to check out
a Buddhist Centre but not known where to go?

Then this is the event for you!

During Open Day, there will be a series of free, short meditation sessions. Join a tour to learn about the history of our building and the significance of the Buddhist symbols. Formerly a church, built in 1902, the building was renovated in 2005 and transformed into an urban Buddhist Temple for world peace.

You can also browse in our bookshop for meditation books, audio guided meditations and items which support meditation.

After viewing displays of the various aspects of our community activities, information about Kadampa Buddhism and the International Temples Project, we invite you to join us for complimentary refreshments and a chance to meet and chat with our friendly community.

Our Centre hosts weekly classes aimed at reducing mental tension & anxiety, improving our sense of well-being and developing a positive outlook and a caring attitude towards others. You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend. Everybody is welcome.This event is free of charge.

Schedule of Guided Meditations (10 min):
2:15pm | 2:45pm | 3:15pm | 3:45pm | 4:15pm | 4:45pm

 
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Half-day course ~ Buddhist Stories of Inspiration
Sep
7
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Half-day course ~ Buddhist Stories of Inspiration

Buddhist Stories of Inspiration

Half-day course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

In Kadampa Buddhism, stories serve as a powerful and vivid tool for conveying the essence of Buddha's teachings, illuminating the virtues of love, compassion, resilience, and wisdom. These stories can touch our heart deeply, leading to inspiration, powerful insights, and the cultivation of many positive minds and qualities that are essential for a happy life.

In this half-day relaxing course, Gen Chodor will share several wonderful Buddhist stories that nourish our faith, igniting positive aspirations, and strengthening our dedication and joy for following a spiritual way of life, the path to true happiness.

No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody 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

  • Doors open: 1:30 a.m.
    2:00 - 3:15 pm:
    Story Time & Meditation

    3:15 - 3:45 pm:
    Refreshment Break

    3:45 - 5:00 pm:
    Story Time & Meditation

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day course ~ Taming the Wild Elephant Mind
Aug
31
Half-Day Courses, Courses

Half-day course ~ Taming the Wild Elephant Mind

Taming the Wild Elephant Mind

How to live a peaceful life

Half-day course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Do you ever feel like your mind has control over you, leading to unhelpful and painful thoughts such as distractions, irritation, or depression? We are often servants of our mind, following the pull of our negative thoughts without choice.

In this course, we will explore how to bring our feelings, emotions, and thoughts under our control using the practices of meditation, mindfulness, and alertness. Through this, we will experience greater mental freedom and a happier life. We will also learn practical techniques for guarding the mind against negativity in daily life, an essential skill we all need to develop for a peaceful and meaningful life.

No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody welcome!

"If the elephant of our mind
Is bound tightly on all sides by the rope of mindfulness,
All fears will cease to exist
And all virtues will fall into our hands.” - The Buddhist Master Shantideva.

  • 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

  • Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (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: [email protected]

 
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Summer Retreat ~ Igniting the Fire of Wisdom
Aug
16
to Aug 18
Meditation Retreats, Events with Guest Teachers, Special Events, Courses

Summer Retreat ~ Igniting the Fire of Wisdom

Igniting the Fire of Wisdom

The Blissful Path to Enlightenment

Summer Retreat with Kadampa Buddhist Nun & Guest Teacher Gen Kelsang Demo

(Partial booking is available.)

This retreat will be based on the teachings received at the NKT-IKBU Summer Festival 2024 on the Heart Sutra and the practice of and 'The Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability'.

Open to everyone, this is a rare and precious opportunity to gain guidance and deep experience of the practice of the Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability. 

This practice is a special method, unique to the practice of Vajrayogini, whereby we can attain the Pure Land of Keajra or Dakini Land, the Pure Land of Buddha Heruka and Buddha Vajrayogini, within this life without abandoning our present body.

This training is called ‘uncommon yoga’ because it is an uncommon practice of Vajrayogini Tantra. This training is called ‘inconceivability’ because it has inconceivable meaning, and gives us inconceivable meaning in this life and in life after life.

This is a precious opportunity to immerse ourselves in these sublime and meaningful meditations. Through taking these insights deep into our heart, we can integrate them into our daily life, thereby transforming every moment of our life into the blissful path to enlightenment.

"We should know that it is impossible for our body to reach the moon through its own power but our mind can reach the moon instantaneously simply by thinking about it. This shows that through gaining deep familiarity with thinking ‘I am my mind Vajrayogini’ we will easily reach the Pure Land of Keajra simply by engaging in the practice of the uncommon yoga of inconceivability.”

- Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

  • This retreat is taking place at:

    Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
    631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
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    Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada is an Urban Kadampa Meditation Temple set in peaceful surroundings, dedicated to assisting people from all walks of life in finding inner deep peace, contentment, and meaning in their lives.

    The meditation sessions in this retreat will be held in the inspiring and uplifting meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. This meditation room is filled with a sense of serenity and positive energy, and it houses a striking shrine that includes an 8ft Buddha statue.

    Since its establishment in 2005, thousands of people from both Canada and abroad have visited KMC Canada, attended courses, and meditated here, contributing to the room's special atmosphere of blessings and tranquillity

  • Friday

    Introduction 7pm - 8:30pm

    Saturday

    Session 1 - 10am - 11:15am

    Session 2 - 12pm - 1:15pm 

    Session 3 - 2:30pm - 3:45pm 

    Session 4 - 4:15pm - 5:30pm (will include some Q&A)

    Sunday

    Session 1 - 11am - 12:15pm (GP class)

    Session 2 - 2pm - 3:15pm

  • Gen Kelsang Demo is the Midwestern U.S. National Spiritual Director and the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Washington D.C. She has been a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than 25 years and has been teaching Kadampa Buddhism since 1998. Gen Kelsang Demo is deeply respected as a sincere Teacher and practitioner. She demonstrates a wealth of practical knowledge and provides clear and inspiring teachings for people of all levels of interest.

  • Full Retreat $80

    Friday only $15

    Saturday (all day) $40

    Sunday (all day) $25

    Meditation session $10 each

    Class pass holders: 50% discount (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.

  • Accommodations are available for those engaging in this retreat. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please

    click here

    .

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Learn to Meditate
Jul
6
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Learn to Meditate

Half-day Course ～ Learn to Meditate

Learn to Meditate

Find Your Inner Peace

Half-day Course with Sandra Lewis

The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful so that we can find relief from mental discomfort, worries or anxiety. Through a qualified meditation practice, we become deeply familiar with states of mind that are conducive to pure and lasting happiness.

Whether you've been thinking of trying meditation or you simply wish to reboot your meditation practice, join us for half a day, where you will learn simple yet important techniques to ensure that your meditation practice is successful and brings the wanted results.

In particular, we will learn the principal difficulties, or obstacles, to a successful meditation session - mental wandering and mental sinking, as well as how to overcome them. No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody welcome!

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, June 15, 2024
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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: $30 / 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.

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Design Your Life
Jun
22
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Half-day Course ～ Design Your Life

Design Your Life

Happiness, Success & the Law of Karma

Half-day Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Why are some people naturally happy and successful, while others experience problems and obstacles? Why is it that when we get what we want, we often fail to derive satisfaction from having it? Why are contentment and good fortune elusive, while difficulties arise effortlessly? How can we change this situation?

In this half-day course, we will look at how our actions lead to our experiences of happiness or suffering. Through understanding and practising these profound teachings, we can learn to design our future experiences. We can create conditions for future happiness and spiritual progress, which is the true meaning of human life.

This course is a perfect introduction for the Guru Yoga & Mandala Offering Retreat that will take place on Sunday, June 30 in the afternoon from 3pm to 6:30pm. By engaging in this in-depth Buddhist practice where we imagine offering the entire universe visualized as a Pure Land, we can accumulate a vast amount of positive karma or merit. Bookings for this retreat are made separately.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, June 22, 2024
    - Doors open: 1:30 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
    - Refreshments: 3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Suggested follow-up to the course: Sunday, June 23 - Thursday, June 27, 2024: Guru Yoga & Mandala Offering Retreat (Bookings for this retreat are made separately.)

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    Audio Recordings: $10 / person

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Spring Retreat ~ How to Build Spiritual Experience
Jun
7
to Jun 11
Meditation Retreats, Meditation for Beginners, Events with Guest Teachers, Special Events, Courses

Spring Retreat ~ How to Build Spiritual Experience

How to Build Spiritual Experience

A Life of Great Meaning and Joy

Spring Retreat with Kadampa Buddhist Monk & Guest Teacher Gen Kelsang Khedrub

(Partial booking is available.)

“ When we understand clearly that inner peace is the real source of happiness, and how, through spiritual practice, we can experience progressively deeper levels of inner peace, we will develop tremendous enthusiasm to practice. ”              - Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

Over 2,500 years ago, Buddha gave sublime teachings on how to become more peaceful, confident and compassionate, and how the real source of happiness is inner peace. Since inner peace and all those good qualities can be cultivated through spiritual practice, we can see that by taking Buddha's teachings to heart and contemplating their meaning, we can build stable and authentic spiritual experiences in our heart.

This retreat will explore the very essence of Buddha's teaching and offer a variety of ways that we transform our spiritual knowledge into spiritual experience. No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody welcome!

*Accommodations are available for those engaging in this retreat. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • Friday, June 7, 2024

    Doors open: 6:30pm

    7:00-8:30pm. Teaching class

    Saturday, June 8, 2024

    Doosr open: 9:30am

    10:00-11:15am

    11:45-1:00pm

    3:30-5:00pm with Q&A

    Sunday, June 9, 2024

    Doors open: 10:30am

    11:00am-12:15pm. Teaching class

    3:30-5:00pm with Q&A

    Monday, June 10, 2024

    Doors open: 9:30am

    10:00-11:15pm

    11:45-1:00pm

    3:30-5:00pm with Q&A

    Tuesday, June 11, 2024

    Doors open: 9:30am

    10:00-11:15am

    11:45-1:00pm

  • This retreat is taking place at:

    Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
    631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
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    Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada is an Urban Kadampa Meditation Temple set in peaceful surroundings, dedicated to assisting people from all walks of life in finding inner deep peace, contentment, and meaning in their lives.

    The meditation sessions in this retreat will be held in the inspiring and uplifting meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. This meditation room is filled with a sense of serenity and positive energy, and it houses a striking shrine that includes an 8ft Buddha statue.

    Since its establishment in 2005, thousands of people from both Canada and abroad have visited KMC Canada, attended courses, and meditated here, contributing to the room's special atmosphere of blessings and tranquillity

  • Gen Kelsang Khedrub is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for almost 30 years.

    His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humour, making them accessible to everyone. Through his humility and deep understanding of Buddha’s teachings, Gen Khedrub provides an inspiring example of a contemporary Buddhist practitioner we can follow.

  • Full Retreat = $114

    Class pass holders: 50% discount (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    Friday, June 7, 2024

    7:00-8:30pm. Teaching class $15

    Saturday, June 8, 2024

    Full Day $28

    10:00-11:15am $10

    11:45-1:00pm $10

    3:30-5:00pm with Q&A $8

    Sunday, June 9, 2024

    Full Day $23

    11:00am-12:15pm. Teaching class $15

    3:30-5:00pm with Q&A $8

    Monday, June 10, 2024

    Full Day $28

    10:00-11:15pm $10

    11:45-1:00pm $10

    3:30-5:00pm with Q&A $8

    Tuesday, June 11, 2024

    Full day $20

    10:00-11:15am $10

    11:45-1:00pm $10

    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.

  • Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada offers a variety of accommodation options, including single rooms, dormitories, and a private retreat apartment. While staying onsite in our comfortable accommodations is not a prerequisite, it provides retreat and class participants with the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the meditation retreat or course they are attending.

    The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Choosing Gratitude
May
11
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Half-day Course ～ Choosing Gratitude

Choosing Gratitude

& Becoming a Friend of the World

Half-day Course with Sandra Lewis

Grateful people are happy people! We can often be so focused on what we don’t have, we forget to appreciate and feel grateful for what we already have. We tend to forget or disregard the enormous amount of benefit we receive from others.

Discover for yourself the uplifting experience of joy, contentment, and positive energy that comes from meditating on gratitude. By living with an awareness of the kindness of others, we can maintain a warm heart and a feeling of being close to everyone. This special way of looking at the world brings joy and creates the foundation for stable, loving relationships. In this way, through making gratitude a part of each day, we can live a life of genuine happiness, fulfilment and inner purpose.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, May 11, 2024
    -     Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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: 30 / person
    Class pass holders: $15 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Letting Go of the Past
Apr
27
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Half-day Course ～ Letting Go of the Past

Letting Go of the Past

How to Deal with Loss and Change

Half-day Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Losing the people and things we love and dealing with unwanted changes in our lives are experiences that we often find deeply painful. Although we long to find lasting happiness, comfort and security in other people, places and things, the truth is that none of these relationships, locales, objects or experiences will last forever.

In this half-day course, we will explore Buddha's teachings on gross and subtle impermanence. Even a glimpse of insight into these profound teachings will bring a relief and a letting go of our usual grasping at what we consider to be our usual painful situation.

This wisdom will help us to deal with the inevitable winds of change and loss in our lives. Eventually, we will be able to remain calm, happy and positive at all times, embracing every moment of our lives joyfully and being of great benefit to others.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, April 27, 2024
    - Doors open: 1:30 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
    - Refreshments: 3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Finding Real Refuge
Apr
20
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Half-day Course ～ Finding Real Refuge

Finding Real Refuge

Coming under the Umbrella of Buddhism

Half-day Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

We usually try to find stability and protection from unpleasant feelings by surrounding ourselves with people and things that make us feel safe, happy and comfortable. Unfortunately, people and things eventually let us down. They are impermanent and do not have the power to provide what we really want in our heart of hearts: permanent freedom and protection from all suffering and problems.

In this half-day course, we will look at how only the Three Jewels - Buddha, Dharma and Sangha - are truly reliable objects of refuge, possessing the power to protect us permanently from all the sufferings of this life and our countless future lives. Through the practice of going for refuge, we will be able to enter into Buddhism, gradually developing a stable sense of peace, joy and freedom within our hearts. This unchangeable mind will then give us the strength to make authentic spiritual progress.

Suggested follow-up to the course: Saturday, April 20 - Sunday, April 21, 2024: Refuge Retreat (Bookings for this retreat are made separately.)

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, April 20, 2024
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    Suggested follow-up to the course: Saturday, April 20 - Sunday, April 21, 2024: Refuge Retreat (Bookings for this retreat are made separately.)

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Retreat ～ Simply Meditate
Apr
13
Meditation Retreats, Meditation for Beginners, Simply Meditate, Special Events, Courses

Half-day Retreat ～ Simply Meditate

Simply Meditate

Meditations for a Clear Mind

Half-day Meditation Retreat with Maria Gonzalez-Castaneda

“When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.”  - Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

Meditate on the clarity of the mind itself. This way of meditating overcomes our mental busyness and negative thoughts and connects us to our limitless essential nature.

  • This event will take place at:

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

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  • Saturday, April 6, 2024
    9:30 a.m: Doors open
    10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m: Retreat Session 1
    10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m: Complimentary Refreshments
    11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m: Retreat Session 2
    12:00 p.m. - 12:15 p.m: Complimentary Refreshments
    12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m: Retreat Session 3

  • Maria brings a wealth of personal experience to her meditation classes acquired through years of dedicated study, practice, and completion of long meditation retreats within Kadampa Buddhism.

    As a dedicated teacher and volunteer at KMC Canada, she embodies warmth and loving-kindness, making her very approachable and easy to relate to.

    Maria teaches in an engaging, practical manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within.

  • Regular: $30 / 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.

    It is the letters in the first part of your email address (before the @), excluding dots ( . ), hyphens ( - ) or underscore ( _ ) and with a maximum of 16 digits.

    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.

  • Accommodations are available for those engaging in this retreat. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • 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

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  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Course ～ The Power of Mantra
Mar
15
to Mar 16
Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Course ～ The Power of Mantra

The Power of Mantra

Ripening our Pure Buddha Nature

Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

'Mantra' literally means 'mind protection'. It is the supreme method to enhance the qualities of our body, speech and mind. For centuries, mantra recitation has been used to attain a peaceful and happy mind by pacifying the negative thoughts that give rise to our suffering.

In this course, we will learn the real meaning of mantra and receive instructions on how to engage in a special breathing meditation that combines mindfulness of the breath with the recitation of mantra. This is a simple, yet powerful method to attain a peaceful, happy and positive mind, and ultimately is a cause of the supreme permanent inner peace of full enlightenment.

Many people find it helpful to have a mala, or set of prayer beads, to use when reciting mantras. This course will be followed by a mala-making workshop on Saturday afternoon, where you will have the opportunity to make your own personal mala. Bookings for this workshop are made separately.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

**Audio recordings are available to purchase for those that have attended the sessions of the event. Please note that the links for the recordings will only be sent to those that have attended the sessions of the event in person or live streamed.They are for the sole use of the recipients and should not be shared or in any way distributed.

  • This event is taking place at:

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

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  • Friday, March 15, 2024
    - Doors open: 6:30 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

    Saturday, March 16, 2024
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    Suggested follow-up to the course: Saturday, March 15: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m: Mala-making Workshop (Bookings for this workshop are made separately.)

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Full Event
    Regular: $60 / person
    Class pass holders: $30 / person

    Friday Only
    Regular: $20 / person
    Class pass holders: $10 / person

    Saturday Only
    Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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

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  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Learn to Meditate
Mar
9
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Learn to Meditate

Half-day Course ～ Learn to Meditate

Learn to Meditate

Find Your Inner Peace

Half-day Course with Judi Watson

The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful so that we can find relief from mental discomfort, worries or anxiety. Through a qualified meditation practice, we become deeply familiar with states of mind that are conducive to pure and lasting happiness.

Whether you've been thinking of trying meditation or you simply wish to reboot your meditation practice, join us for half a day, where you will learn simple yet important techniques to ensure that your meditation practice is successful and brings the wanted results.

In particular, we will learn the principal difficulties, or obstacles, to a successful meditation session - mental wandering and mental sinking, as well as how to overcome them. No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody welcome!

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

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  • Saturday, March 9, 2024
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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: $30 / person
    Class pass holders: No Charge
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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

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  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Free Your Mind
Mar
2
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Half-day Course ～ Free Your Mind

Free Your Mind

A Life Beyond Anxiety, Worries & Stress

Half-day Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Anxiety and stress are endemic in our busy, fast-paced life. We tend to think that situations or people in our life are the causes of our stress and unhappiness. Consequently, we waste our time and deplete our mental energy by trying to figure out how to ‘fix’ those situations or people. This usually creates even more mental busyness and stress.

Buddha taught that all our worries, anxiety and stress comes from within our own mind. More specifically, they come from our unrealistic expectations and our exaggerated views of ourself, the people around us and the world in general. By learning to identify the actual causes of our unpleasant feelings and emotions, we can begin to understand how to free our mind from them.

In this half-day course, we will look at how meditation can eliminate stress and help us to be more relaxed, peaceful and positive in our daily life. We will train in powerful stress-busting techniques derived from ancient Buddhist wisdom, and learn to face life’s adversities with a happy, peaceful heart.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

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  • Saturday, March 2, 2024
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    Audio Recordings: $10 / person

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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

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  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Special Course ～ Creating an Extraordinary Life
Feb
16
to Feb 18
Courses, Special Events, Events with Guest Teachers

Special Course ～ Creating an Extraordinary Life

Creating an Extraordinary Life

Highest Yoga Tantra: The Quick Path to Enlightenment

Special Weekend Course with Kadam Morten Clausen

When Buddha taught, he did so according to the spiritual capacity of those listening. Consequently, he taught at many different levels. The highest of all Buddha’s teachings are the practices of Highest Yoga Tantra. To actually engage in these practices, we first need to receive a Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment. However, even before receiving this empowerment, we can begin to incorporate aspects of these transformational practices and their insights into our lives.

The practices of Highest Yoga Tantra allow us to incorporate Buddha’s insights into our lives in an extraordinarily creative and joyful way. Based on the profound insight that our mind creates our reality, Tantric practices enable us to harness the most powerful aspects of our mind.

Through the use of imagination and faith, in conjunction with our wisdom and compassion, we can create the most extraordinary life. Through learning to imagine what the experience of being enlightened is like, we can create a vision of our future enlightenment. This inspires us to take full advantage of the extraordinary life that we are currently living.

No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody welcome!

*Accommodations are available for those engaging in this retreat. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

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  • Friday, February 16, 2024
    - Doors open: 6:30 p.m.
    - Introduction: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

    Saturday, February 17, 2024
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Teaching: 12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
    - Teaching with Q&As: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Sunday, February 18, 2024
    - Doors open: 10:30 a.m.
    - Teaching: 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
    - Teaching: 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

  • This special course will be taught by Kadam Morten Clausen, Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre New York City.

    Kadam Morten Clausen is the Eastern US National Spiritual Director of the NKT-IKBU and the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre New York City.

    For over 40 years he has been a close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.

    Kadam Morten is a greatly admired meditation Teacher, especially known for his clarity, humour and inspirational presentation of Dharma. His teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life. Through his gentle and joyful approach and his peaceful example, he has helped many people find true happiness in their hearts.

  • Full Weekend
    Regular: $100 / person
    Class Pass Holders: $42.50 / person

    Friday
    Regular:     $15 / person
    Class Pass Holders:     $7.50 / person

    Saturday
    Regular: $55 / person
    Class Pass Holders: $27.50 / person

    Sunday
    Regular: $30 / person
    Class Pass Holders: $7.50 / person

    Audio Recordings (excluding Sunday first session)
    Full Weekend: $25 / person
    Friday: $5 / person
    Saturday: $15 / person
    Sunday: $5 / person

  • Accommodations are available for those engaging in this retreat. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-day Course ～ Finding Inner Strength
Jan
27
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Half-day Course ～ Finding Inner Strength

Finding Inner Strength

Overcoming Procrastination & Lack of Mental Energy

Half-day Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

“ I will conquer all obstacles and none shall conquer me, thus I who will become a conqueror, will practice with self confidence. ”  - Shantideva

Even after we’ve learned how to meditate and have developed a strong wish to practise, we frequently experience obstacles that make regular practice difficult. And, despite receiving advice on integrating Buddha’s teachings into our daily life, we still feel that we have neither the time nor the mental energy to practise. We miss a day or two, become discouraged and sometimes give up completely. Or we practise sporadically, which also impedes our spiritual growth.

Buddha described this as a form of spiritual laziness. There are three types of laziness that block our spiritual progress: the laziness of procrastination, the laziness of following distractions, and the laziness of discouragement. In this half-day course, we will look at methods to overcome these three inner obstacles and how to develop a mind of joyful effort.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

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  • Saturday, January 27, 2024
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    FP & TTP students: No Charge
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    Audio Recordings: $10 / person

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Special Event ～ Attaining Fearlessness
Dec
31
to Jan 1
Courses, Special Events, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Special Event ～ Attaining Fearlessness

Attaining Fearlessness

Starting 2024 with Purpose & Confidence

Special New Year's Eve Event with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Begin 2024 with a fresh start and positive mindset!  Join us for our annual New Year's Eve event where, with candle-lit chanted prayers and guided meditation, we ring in the New Year with fearlessness, confidence and beneficial intentions. Gen Kelsang Chodor will first give a talk about setting our intentions for 2024, then offer a brief introduction to the traditional Buddhist practice of ‘Liberation from Sorrow’, a series of chanted prayers offered to the twenty-one Taras.

Tara is a female Buddha, a manifestation of the ultimate wisdom of all the Buddhas. The name ‘Tara’ means ‘Rescuer’. She is so called because she is known to bestow fearlessness, spiritual power and confidence, while fulfilling the wishes of practitioners for a happy, meaningful life.

After the talk, we will engage in six sessions of chanted prayers over a period of 24 hours. In the evening, between sessions, we will enjoy light refreshments and the company of fellow practitioners. Join us for the talk, a few sessions or the whole event. Everyone is welcome!

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

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  • Sunday, December 31, 2023
    - Doors open: 4:30 p.m.
    - New Year’s Eve Talk, Guided Meditation & Introduction to six-session Tara Chanting: 5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
    - Session 1: 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
    - Session 2: 11:00 p.m. (Dec 31, 2023) - 12:15 a.m. (Jan 1, 2024)

    Monday, January 1, 2024
    - Session 3: 3:00 a.m. - 4:15 a.m.
    - Session 4: 7:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
    - Session 5: 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
    - Session 6: 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he usually teaches the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programs; the Foundation Program and the Teacher Training Program.

  • Regular: $25 / person
    Class pass holders: $12.50 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    Audio Recordings: $5 / person

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Special Course ～ A Compassionate Vision for 2024
Dec
27
to Dec 29
Courses, Retreats, Events with Guest Teachers

Special Course ～ A Compassionate Vision for 2024

A Compassionate Vision for 2024

The Tantric Meditation Practice of Avalokiteshvara

Special Holiday Course with Gen Kelsang Dorje

In this inspiring three-day course, led by visiting Teacher, Gen Kelsang Dorje, we will learn how to train in the powerful, inspiring Tantric meditation practice of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of compassion. This centuries-old practice is incredibly blessed, and is the beloved heart practice of millions of Buddhists worldwide.

By combining a compassionate heart with positive visualisation and mantra recitation, we can quickly develop the inner qualities necessary to greatly benefit ourselves and others. This course is perfect for setting your vision for 2024. This course will be based on the teaching, ‘Essential Insights into the Avalokiteshvara Sadhana: Prayers and Requests to the Buddha of Compassion’ from the book, The Mirror of Dharma with Additions, by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. Everyone is welcome!

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

Please note: There has been a schedule change for this event recently. Please refer yourself to the schedule below for the updated schedule information.

  • This event is taking place at:

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

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  • Wednesday, December 27, 2023
    - 6:30 p.m: Doors open
    - 7:00 - 8:30 p.m: Introduction

    Thursday, December 28, 2023
    - 9:30 a.m: Doors open
    - 10:00 - 11:00 a.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 11:00 - 11:30 a.m: Break / Complimentary Refreshments
    - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 4:30 - 5:30 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation

    Friday, December 29, 2023
    - 9:30 a.m: Doors open
    - 10:00 - 11:00 a.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 11:00 - 11:30 a.m: Break / Complimentary Refreshments
    - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation / Q&As

  • Gen Kelsang Dorje is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Madison, USA. He has been studying and practising Buddhism for over 20 years under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, an internationally renowned Buddhist Master, and Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU).

    Gen Kelsang Dorje is admired for his warmth and humour in making Buddha’s teachings relevant to the modern world. He is an inspiring example of how to integrate Buddha’s teachings into a joyful life.

  • Full Booking:

    Full Event
    Regular: $95 / person
    Class pass holders: $47.50 / person

    Partial Booking:

    Wednesday only
    Regular: $20 / person
    Class pass holders: $10 / person

    Thursday only
    Regular: $45 / person
    Class pass holders: $22.50 / person

    Friday only
    Regular: $30 / person
    Class pass holders: $15 / person

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

    Audio Recordings: $5 / person (Wednesday evening teaching)

  • *For those who will be staying in our Accommodations, breakfast is included in the accommodation fees.*

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Special Course ～ The Secret to Happiness
Dec
23
to Dec 26
Courses, Retreats, Events with Guest Teachers

Special Course ～ The Secret to Happiness

The Secret to Happiness

Eight Verses of Training the Mind

Special Christmas Course with Gen Kelsang Dorje

" With the intention to attain the ultimate, supreme goal that surpasses even the wish-granting jewel, may I constantly cherish all living beings.  (…)  Whenever I see unfortunate beings, oppressed by evil and violent suffering, may I cherish them as if I had found a rare and precious treasure. "  - Geshe Langri Tangpa

This course will be based on the famous traditional Buddhist poem ‘Eight Verses of Training The Mind’ by Geshe Langri Tangpa, which contains methods for transforming life’s difficulties into valuable spiritual insights, for improving our relationships, and for bringing greater patience, empathy and compassion into our daily life.

The special methods contained in this poem have inspired generations of meditation practitioners for almost a thousand years, and brought peace, inspiration and serenity to countless people. Through practising them, we will eventually gain a stable and lasting experience of inner peace and happiness.

This course will be followed by the course ‘A compassionate vision for 2024’ from Wednesday, December 27 in the evening to Friday, December 29 in the afternoon, with the same Guest Teacher, Gen Kelsang Dorje.  Bookings for this retreat are made separately.  For more information and to book, please click here.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

Please note: There has been a schedule change for this event recently. Please refer yourself to the schedule below for the updated schedule information.

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, December 23, 2023
    - 6:30 p.m: Doors open
    - 7:00 - 8:30 p.m: Introduction

    Sunday, December 24, 2023
    - 9:30 a.m: Doors open
    - 10:00 - 11:00 a.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 11:00 - 11:30 a.m: Break / Complimentary Refreshments
    - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 4:30 - 5:30 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 7:30 - 9:00 p.m: ‘An Evening of Compassion’ (Avalokiteshvara Meditation Practice for Christmas Eve)

    Monday, December 25, 2023
    - 9:30 a.m: Doors open
    - 10:00 - 11:00 a.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 11:00 - 11:30 a.m: Break / Complimentary Refreshments
    - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 1:00 - 2:00 p.m: Christmas Potluck Vegetarian Lunch (Bring food to share)
    - 6:00 - 7:45 p.m: Offering to the Spiritual Guide Chanted Prayers

    Tuesday, December 26, 2023
    - 9:30 a.m: Doors open
    - 10:00 - 11:00 a.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
    - 11:00 - 11:30 a.m: Break / Complimentary Refreshments
    - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation

    Suggested follow-up to the course: Wednesday, December 27 - Friday, December 29, 2023: ‘A compassionate vision for 2024’ (Bookings for this course are made separately.)

  • Gen Kelsang Dorje is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Madison, USA. He has been studying and practising Buddhism for over 20 years under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, an internationally renowned Buddhist Master, and Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU).

    Gen Kelsang Dorje is admired for his warmth and humour in making Buddha’s teachings relevant to the modern world. He is an inspiring example of how to integrate Buddha’s teachings into a joyful life.

  • Full Booking:

    Full Event
    Regular: $115 / person
    Class pass holders: $57.50 / person

    Partial Booking:

    Saturday only
    Regular: $20 / person
    Class pass holders: $10 / person

    Sunday only
    Regular: $45 / person
    Class pass holders: $22.50 / person

    Monday only
    Regular: $25 / person
    Class pass holders: $12.50 / person

    Tuesday only
    Regular: $25 / person
    Class pass holders: $12.50 / person

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

    Audio Recordings: $5 / person (Saturday evening teaching)

  • *For those who will be staying in our Accommodations, breakfast is included in the accommodation fees.*

    On December 25th, there will be a Christmas Potluck Vegetarian Lunch (a communal meal to which people bring food to share).

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Special Course ～ Detox Your Mind
Dec
15
to Dec 16
Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Special Course ～ Detox Your Mind

Detox Your Mind

A Buddhist Perspective on Healing the Mind

Special Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

How many of our daily problems actually come from our own negative thoughts and feelings? Just like eating unhealthy foods results in an unhealthy body, poisonous thoughts of fear, anxiety, anger and sadness lead to a disturbed, unhappy mind.  Buddha taught that ultimately, the main cause of all our suffering and problems is our negative habits of thoughts and the negative karma created under their influence. Fortunately, this negativity is not at all part of our pure essential nature; there are powerful methods to purify it and release our mind from it completely.

In this course, we will be introduced to the most powerful purification practice of all: the practice of Buddha Vajrasattva. Through engaging in this, we will find that we will naturally become happier, lighter, our meditation experiences will improve, and, overall, we will feel better.

This course is a perfect introduction for the Vajrasattva retreat that follows, from Saturday, December 16 in the afternoon, to Thursday, December 21 in the evening. Bookings for this retreat are made separately.

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Friday, December 15, 2023
    - Doors open: 6:30 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

    Saturday, December 16, 2023
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    Suggested follow-up to the course: Saturday, December 16 - Thursday, December 21, 2023: Vajrasattva Retreat (Bookings for this retreat are made separately.)

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he will teach the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programmes; the Foundation Programme and the Teacher Training Programme.

  • Full Event
    Regular:     $60 / person
    Class pass holders: $30 / person

    Friday Only
    Regular:     $20 / person
    Class pass holders: $10 / person

    Saturday Only
    Regular    : $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    Audio Recordings: $15 / person

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Special Course ～ Being at Peace with Everyone
Dec
9
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Events with Gen Kelsang Chodor

Special Course ～ Being at Peace with Everyone

Being at Peace with Everyone

Maintaining a Peaceful & Loving Heart Over the Holidays

Special Course with Gen Kelsang Chodor

At times, the people we love the most can be the ones with whom we have the most problems and who create the greatest tensions. For this reason, the busy gatherings of the holiday season offer us the unrivalled opportunity to train our mind, not only in patient acceptance, but also in generosity, love, compassion and wisdom.

In this half-day course, we will learn practical, proven methods to keep our mind calm and our heart open with everyone, regardless of what they say or do. With this calm, composed mind, we can be at peace with everyone, using challenging situations as opportunities for spiritual growth. This is the best way to enjoy quality time with friends and family, giving them the best gift of all - the gift of peace and happiness!

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, December 9, 2023
    - Doors open: 1:30 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
    - Refreshments: 3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  • 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, and is now teaching in Canada. He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. 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, he will teach the Sunday morning class, the Tuesday evening class, the Wednesday morning class, as well as special courses, retreats, and two in-depth study programmes; the Foundation Programme and the Teacher Training Programme.

  • Regular: $40 / person
    Class pass holders: $20 / person
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    Audio Recordings: $10 / person

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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Half-Day Course ～ Learn to Meditate
Nov
25
Courses, Half-Day Courses, Learn to Meditate

Half-Day Course ～ Learn to Meditate

Learn to Meditate

Find Your Inner Peace

Half-Day Course with Tracy Rong Li

The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful so that we can find relief from mental discomfort, worries or anxiety. Through a qualified meditation practice, we become deeply familiar with states of mind that are conducive to pure and lasting happiness.

Whether you've been thinking of trying meditation or you simply wish to reboot your meditation practice, join us for half a day, where you will learn simple yet important techniques to ensure that your meditation practice is successful and brings the wanted results.

In particular, we will learn the principal difficulties, or obstacles, to a successful meditation session - mental wandering and mental sinking, as well as how to overcome them. No previous experience of meditation is required. Everybody welcome!

*Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.*

  • This event is taking place at:

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

    Open Google Maps

  • Saturday, September 23, 2023
    - Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    - Refreshments: 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
    - Teaching & Meditation: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • Tracy is a student on the Teacher Training Programme and has been a sincere practitioner at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada for many years. She presents Buddha's teachings in a light and practical way that is suitable for everyone.

  • Regular: $30 / person
    Class pass holders: No Charge
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

  • Accommodations are available for those attending this event. The rooms are in limited quantity. For further information and to submit a request, please click here.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.

  • 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: [email protected]

 
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