Half-day Retreat ~ Declutter the Mind
Declutter the Mind
Half-day Retreat with Jay Roberts
Create inner space, free from distractions
Sometimes, we feel overwhelmed by all the responsibilities, decisions, and choices we face in our day-to-day lives. Difficult people and challenging situations can take up a lot of mental space, making it hard to think clearly, act wisely, and live in the moment.
By training in meditation, we can create inner space and clarity that enable us to control our minds, regardless of external circumstances. Wouldn’t that be wonderful? In this course, we will explore how to use meditation to access the natural spaciousness and peace of our own minds.
"When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arise from within. This feeling of contentment and well-being helps us to cope with the busyness and difficulties of daily life." — Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, The Meditation Handbook
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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 -
10:00 - 10:45 AM:
Talk & Guided Meditations10:45 - 11:15 AM:
Refreshment Break11:15 AM - 12:00 PM:
Talk & Guided Meditations12:00 - 12:20 PM:
Refreshment Break12:20 - 1:00 PM:
Talk & Guided Meditation -
Jay Roberts brings a wealth of personal experience and warmth to his meditation classes, acquired through years of dedicated study and practice within Kadampa Buddhism. As a very sincere teacher and regular volunteer at KMC Canada, he embodies the qualities of loving-kindness and integrity, making him very approachable and easy to relate to.
Jay teaches in an engaging, practical, and down-to-earth manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within. -
Regular: $30
80 & 108 Class Pass: no cost
Live-streaming option available to Class Pass holders.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.
To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.
Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.
Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
Booking
Half-day Retreat ~ Resting the Mind
Resting the Mind
Half-day Retreat
Learn how to relax your mind and body
More info to come.
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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 -
10:00 - 10:45 AM:
Talk & Guided Meditations10:45 - 11:15 AM:
Refreshment Break11:15 AM - 12:00 PM:
Talk & Guided Meditations12:00 - 12:15 PM:
Refreshment Break12:15 - 1:00 PM:
Talk & Guided Meditation -
Info to come
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Regular: $30
80 & 108 Class Pass: no cost
Live-streaming option available to Class Pass holders.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.
To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.
Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.
Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
Booking to come
Day Retreat ~ The Bliss of Meditative Tranquility
The Bliss of Meditative Tranquility
Day Retreat
Training in meditative stillness & concentration
More info to come.
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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 -
More info to come
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Info to come
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Regular: $30
80 & 108 Class Pass: no cost
Live-streaming option available to Class Pass holders.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.
To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.
Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.
Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
Booking to come
Half-day Retreat ~ How to Deeply Relax
How to Deeply Relax
Half-day Retreat
True relaxation stems from inner peace
More info to come.
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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 -
10:00 - 10:45 AM:
Talk & Guided Meditations10:45 - 11:15 AM:
Refreshment Break11:15 AM - 12:00 PM:
Talk & Guided Meditations12:00 - 12:15 PM:
Refreshment Break12:15 - 1:00 PM:
Talk & Guided Meditation -
Info to come
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Regular: $30
80 & 108 Class Pass: no cost
Live-streaming option available to Class Pass holders.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.
To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.
Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.
Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
Booking to come
Half-day retreat ~ How To Stop Overthinking!
How To Stop Overthinking!
Half-day urban retreat with Judi Watson
Every so often, we need to declutter. We usually feel great satisfaction when our kitchen, office, garage or bedroom is clean and tidy. But what about our mind?
Buddha taught that our mind is always moving, flitting from thought to thought without control. These fleeting thoughts might seem harmless, but our unstable attention makes our inner world cluttered and unpeaceful. This makes it almost impossible to live fully in the moment. While we all need to reflect, understand and make decisions, sometimes we can end up overthinking. Our thoughts become circular, repetitive, negative, unclear or stuck. We find it hard to ‘switch off’ which is both exhausting and unproductive.
In this short meditation retreat we will learn certain meditations and ways of thinking derived from Buddha’s teachings that can help us balance our mind, think more clearly and create a sense of calm as we navigate our world with all its stress and stimulation.
By decluttering our mind of repetitive or unwanted thoughts, we will be able to embrace the present wholeheartedly and live a much happier life.
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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 -
Schedule of the retreat
10:00 - 10:45 am:
Talk and Guided Meditations10:45 - 11:15 am:
Refreshment Break11:15 am - 12:00 pm:
Talk and Guided Meditations12:00 - 12:30 pm:
Refreshment Break12:30 - 1:00 pm:
Talk and Guided Meditation -
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
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.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
Booking
DAY RETREAT- Clarity of Mind: Mahamudra Retreat
DAY RETREAT
Clarity of Mind: Mahamudra Retreat
Saturday January 11
Join us for a transformative meditation retreat!
The theme of this special one-day retreat is meditating
on the clarity of our mind through 'Mahamudra meditation.'
By focusing on the peaceful nature of our mind, we can learn
to dissolve negative thoughts and
uncover a boundless source of inner happiness.
*You could consider immersing yourself in a longer retreat. Click here.
During a meditation retreat, we reduce our usual daily activities and focus for a period of time on cultivating peaceful minds and positive qualities such as love, compassion, and wisdom, ultimately finding happiness from within.
These retreats attract people from all walks of life. They are ideal for those looking to escape the busyness of daily life and recharge mentally and spiritually.
The retreat sessions include practical instructions, guided meditations, and Q&A time. Between sessions, there is time to relax, rest, and connect with like-minded individuals in our café area. The peaceful surroundings of Kadampa Meditation Center Canada provide the perfect environment for creating a sense of calm within the mind.
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
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.
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Schedule
Saturday January 11
9:30 - 10:30am : Talk and guided meditation
11am - 12pm : Talk and guided meditation
2 - 3pm : Talk and guided meditation
3:30 - 4:30pm : Talk and guided meditation -
Regular: $40 / person
80 Class pass: 50% discount
108 Class Pass: no cost
(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.
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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
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Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
DAY-RETREAT: Training the Mind in Happiness
DAY-RETREAT
Training The Mind In Happiness
Saturday January 4
Join us for a transformative one day meditation retreat!
The theme of this special retreat is meditation on “Lamrim,” the stages of the path to enlightenment. Lamrim is a scientific method for increasing human happiness.
The main source of happiness is inner peace. Since inner peace is something we can cultivate, we all have the ability to train in happiness. In this retreat, we will focus on developing inner peace through meditation on the stages of the path to enlightenment.
During a meditation retreat, we reduce our usual daily activities and focus for a period of time on cultivating peaceful minds and positive qualities such as love, compassion, and wisdom, ultimately finding happiness from within.
These retreats attract people from all walks of life. They are ideal for those looking to escape the busyness of daily life and recharge mentally and spiritually.
The retreat sessions include practical instructions, guided meditations, and Q&A time. Between sessions, there is time to relax, rest, and connect with like-minded individuals in our community area. The peaceful surroundings of Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada provide the perfect environment for creating a sense of calm within the mind.
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
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.
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Schedule
Saturday 4th January
9:30 - 10:30am : Talk and guided meditation
11am - 12pm : Talk and guided meditation
2 - 3pm : Talk and guided meditation
3:30 - 4:30pm : Talk and guided meditation -
Regular: $40 / person
80 Class pass: 50% discount
108 Class Pass: no cost
(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.
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Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
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'.
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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 -
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.
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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.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
Booking
Half-day Retreat ～ Simply Meditate
Simply Meditate
Meditations for Relaxation
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
Escape the stress and busyness of daily life to discover the peace of meditation. Be guided through simple meditations that relax the body and the mind, leading to a deep experience of inner peace and contentment.
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This event will take place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
Saturday, June 29, 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 Gonzalez-Castaneda
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.
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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.
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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.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca
Half-Day Retreat ～ Simply Meditate
Simply Meditate
Meditations for a Peaceful Heart
Half-Day Retreat with Pauline Chua
Explore a powerful sequence of meditations that help us to develop a calm mind and special inner qualities, such as patience, kindness, generosity, compassion and love.
During a meditation retreat, we reduce our normal daily activities and concentrate for a period of time on developing our peaceful minds and spiritual qualities – finding happiness from within. 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.*
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
Saturday, September 23, 2023
- Doors open: 1:30 p.m.
- Retreat Session 1: 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
- Refreshments: 2:45 - 3:15 p.m.
- Retreat Session 2: 3:15 - 4:00 p.m.
- Refreshments: 4:00 - 4:15 p.m.
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Pauline has been studying and practising Buddhism for over 20 years and has worked at KMC Canada as well as KMC Winnipeg. She is a devoted volunteer and is a student of the Teacher Training Programme. She is appreciated for her easy-going nature and calm approach to everything she does.
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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.
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Please familiarize yourself with our terms & conditions and refund policy before booking your ticket. For more information, please click here.
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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 -
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: registration@kadampa.ca