Silent Meditation Retreat
~ Find a Quiet Mind ~
A gentle half-day retreat with three guided meditation sessions, short teachings, and quiet refreshment breaks.
Saturday, Oct 3rd | 10am - 1pm
$30 (refreshments included)
📍 Kadampa Buddhist
World Peace Temple
631 Crawford St, Little Italy (see map)
~ Everyone Welcome ~
Take a peaceful pause from everyday life and return feeling calmer, clearer and more refreshed.
This meditation retreat is open to everyone, regardless of prior experience — you don't need any background in meditation or Buddhism to join.
You'll be guided throughout, so there's nothing to figure out on your own and no pressure to "get it right."
Seating is on a chair or cushion.
The Meditation Retreat
This guided silent meditation retreat offers a wonderful opportunity to engage deeply with the ancient practice of mantra recitation — a practice designed to calm the mind, dissolve mental distractions, and bring about profound inner transformation.
Throughout the retreat, we'll be guided in silent meditations on the breath using the timeless mantra OM AH HUM, known as the “mantra of all Buddhas.” For thousands of years, this mantra has been recited to cultivate greater clarity, inner peace, compassion, and kindness — helping us bring these qualities into our our own lives.
The Teacher
Samantha Ross is known for her joyful and positive energy when sharing the transformative power of meditation and Buddhist wisdom. As an experienced teacher at KMC Canada, she brings warmth, lightness, and kindness to every class, creating a relaxed and welcoming environment.
What People Are Saying
~ From Google Reviews ~
“So glad I found this place! Great opportunities to learn about meditation and improve your practice. And if your are looking for more spiritual growth and to learn about Buddhism, the course and class structure make it really easy for anyone at any level. Very welcoming group 😁” –J A
“As a beginner in 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 🙏” –Ana Martinez
“Went for a full day meditation. The experience was great. Very comfortable, nice and quiet space with kind and friendly people 🙏🏼” –Arasaka
~ See all reviews on Google ~
Schedule
10:00 – 10:45am
Introduction + guided meditation
10:45 – 11:05am
Silent refreshments break
11:05 – 11:50am
Instruction + guided meditation
11:50am – 12:10pm
Silent refreshments break
12:10 – 1:00pm
Instruction & guided meditation + Q&A
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These classes take place in the peaceful, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. The room is very quiet and has a warm, positive atmosphere, shaped by more than 20 years of regular meditation practice. You’re welcome to sit comfortably on a chair or on one of our meditation cushions.
You’re also welcome to visit our Temple Shop, where you’ll find a selection of books and other meditation materials to help deepen your understanding and continue exploring meditation through further reading.
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Half-day retreat: $30 (includes refreshments)
How to Book: Please register in advance via our website by using the booking form below.
Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email immediately after booking.
Payment: Credit card payments are accepted.
We look forward to welcoming you. -
📍 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.Not sure how to find us?
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You’ll find parking options close to the Temple.
Street parking is available in the surrounding neighbourhood, as well as convenient Green P parking nearby: Find nearby Green P parking.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
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Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada is a registered Canadian charity and non-profit organisation, established in Toronto in 2005, as a part of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU). We offer meditation and Buddhist teachings to help people develop greater inner peace and learn practical ways to work with the challenges of daily life.
Our courses are open to everyone. You don’t need to be a Buddhist or have any previous meditation experience—whether you’re completely new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, you are welcome.
All of our activities are supported by volunteers, and profits from our activities support the International Temples Project, which develops meditation and retreat centres and other projects intended to benefit the wider community.
Registered Canadian Charity No. 861356970 RR0001
