This two-day* retreat, done in conjunction with the Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshvara practice, with the sadhana Drop of Essential Nectar. It is very powerful for purifying the negative karma of body, speech, and mind, and for pacifying negative minds. This practice involves taking the Eight Mahayana Precepts—a promise to avoid negative actions for 24 hours—combined with three sessions of the practice of prostrations. Through this practice, we improve our compassion and develop a pure and light heart.
The retreat is conducted over two days, each day starting with Precepts at 6:30am. On the first day, it is customary to abstain from all meals except lunch at 12:30 p.m. On the second day, participants engage in a complete fast, abstaining from all food and drink for 24 hours. This traditional retreat is offered each year around the 15th of April, Buddha’s Enlightenment Day.
Although this is an in-depth Buddhist practice,everyone is welcome to join us for this special retreat.
Vegetarian lunch available for purchase. Last day to book lunch - Sunday, April 12.
If this is your first time attending a Nyungné Retreat, please email [email protected] to receive essential information before the start of the retreat.
Accommodations are available for those participating in this retreat. Rooms are limited. For further information and to submit a request, please email [email protected]
*Note: Two-day retreat is strongly recommended, though not compulsory. Participants can join just for one day starting with Precepts.
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
Tuesday, April 14, 2024
6:15 a.m.: Doors open
6:30–7:15 a.m.: Precepts
7:15–8:30 a.m.: Retreat Session 1
10:00–11:15 a.m.: Retreat Session 2
4:00–5:15 p.m.: Retreat Session 3
Wednesday, April 15, 2024
6:15 a.m.: Doors open
6:30–7:00 a.m.: Precepts
7:00–8:15 a.m.: Retreat Session 4
9:00–10:15 a.m.: Retreat Session 5
4:00–5:15 p.m.: Retreat Session 6
7:00–8:45 p.m.: Offering to the Spiritual Guide
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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.
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Regular:
Tuesday: $15
Wednesday: $15
Supporting Members: No cost
Members’ discount applied during the booking process.Retreats are in-person attendance only. Live-streaming is NOT available.
(click here for more information about membership.)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 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 member, you may enter your membership code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.
Your membership code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a member.
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.
Some options are available for temporary day parking spots nearby, for example with the following companies: Green P Parking.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
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