Come and discover Toronto’s
Kadampa Buddhist Temple for World Peace
Sunday, Oct 18 | Anytime between 2 - 5 pm
Free Admission!
📍 631 Crawford St, Little Italy (see map)
Curious about meditation? Never been to a Buddhist temple before? Come and take a look inside.
Our Open House is a relaxed opportunity to explore the Temple, meet members of our community, experience a short guided meditation, and ask any questions you may have.
Drop in anytime between 2 and 5 pm. Stay for as long as you like.
No meditation experience or Buddhist background is needed.
What to Expect
Explore the Temple
Take a guided tour of Toronto’s beautiful Kadampa Buddhist Temple for World Peace, a peaceful space in the heart of the city, and learn about its history and unique features.
Built in 1902 and transformed into a Buddhist Temple in 2005, it is home to a large meditation hall, community spaces, and one of Toronto’s most distinctive Buddhist shrines.
Try a Meditation
Experience a short, beginner-friendly guided meditation. You don’t need to know how to meditate. We’ll guide you through it.
Meet the Community
Enjoy refreshments and informal conversation with the people who practise and volunteer at the Centre. Including Buddhist monks!
Never Been to a Buddhist Temple Before?
You don’t need to be a Buddhist or have any previous meditation experience to visit. Come with your questions, have a look around, and experience the Temple for yourself.
You can come on your own, with friends, or with your family. Everyone is welcome!
Booking
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📍 631 Crawford Street, Toronto
The Temple is easy to get to and well connected by subway, car or on foot.
By TTC:
We're about a 10-minute walk from both Christie and Ossington stations. From Bloor Street, the Temple is just half a block south on Crawford Street.By car:
We’re close to the intersection of Bloor Street and Christie Street, on Crawford Street. Crawford is a one-way street heading north from Harbord to Bloor.Street parking is available in the surrounding neighbourhood, as well as convenient Green P parking nearby: Find nearby Green P parking.
Not sure how to find us?
Get directions: Open Google Maps -
If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]