Special Events
From public talks and community events to National Celebrations and International Festivals.
Weekend Courses
Half-day and full weekend courses.
Meditation Retreats
Meditation retreats for all levels.
A Celebration of our Community
A Celebration of our Community
A Free Event
Please join us for a special evening to celebrate our community, including our students, teachers, volunteers, donors and supporters.
PROGRAM
• Meditation & teaching with Gen Chodor
• Presentation with Rose & Kelsang Togden
• Update on our year-end fundraising campaign
• Refreshments and conversation in the social area
• Game: Who wants to be a Dharma Millionaire,
a joyful, community-based Dharma
quiz game designed to show how
turning to Sangha helps us so much!
• Food & Toy Drive: If you are able, please make a donation
in support of deaf families in need,
in partnership with Silent Voice Canada:
-non-perishable food items
-new unwrapped toys (children age 2-16)
-diapers (size 4-6)
-school supplies
-toiletries
-grocery gift cards.
Everyone Welcome!
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December 6th at 5pm
At Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
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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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
Finding Peace – Giving Peace ~ A Christmas Meditation Course
Finding Peace – Giving Peace
A Christmas Meditation Course
with Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Chodor
Take some time this Christmas to relax, unwind, and reconnect with what really matters. This retreat is a chance to give yourself—and the people around you—the most precious gift there is: the gift of inner peace.
Throughout this gentle course, you’ll receive simple, practical Buddhist teachings and enjoy guided meditations that help you cultivate a kinder, more positive view of yourself and others. This in turn will help you feel more connected, warm, and open-hearted towards those around you.
This course takes place in the serene, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. Between sessions, enjoy complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions.
This course is suitable for everyone, including those who are completely new to Buddhist meditation. Everything will be clearly explained and gently guided step by step. No previous meditation experience is needed. Everyone is welcome!
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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 -
Wednesday, December 24
6:30 p.m: Doors open
7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Welcome & introduction
8:15 p.m: Refreshments and social time
Thursday, December 25
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 Meditation1:00 - 4:00 p.m: Christmas Potluck Dinner
4 - 5:45 p.m: Offering to the Spiritual Guide Chanted Prayers
Festive food offering sharing in community area.
Friday, December 26
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 -
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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Full course: $75
80 Class Pass: $37.50 (50% discount)
108 Class Pass: no cost
Wednesday 24th only: $15
Thursday 25th only: $30
Friday 26th only: $30
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 this residential area. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.
Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
New Year’s Eve Candlelight Celebration
New Year’s Eve Candlelight Celebration
Enter the new year with a positive mind, a peaceful heart, and meaningful resolutions that will set you up for the year ahead! Our New Year's Eve celebrations will feature an inspiring talk by our Resident Teacher, Gen Chodor, candle-lit chanted prayers, group meditation, and the opportunity to enjoy refreshments and socialize with the friendly community of KMC Canada.
We will ring in 2026 by engaging in the most beautiful meditations for world peace, mentally connecting with the international Kadampa Buddhist community. Sharing a sense of global unity will be very powerful! Everyone is welcome.
Everyone Welcome!
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8:30 p.m:
Doors Open9:00 p.m. - 10:15 p.m:
Talk with Gen Kelsang Chodor10:15 p.m. - 11:15 p.m:
Refreshments11:15 p.m. - 12:15 a.m:
Candle-lit Chanted Prayers & Guided Meditation -
In person: $25
80 Class Pass: 50% Discount
108 Class Pass: No costLive Streaming of meditation and prayers is FREE and available to everyone.
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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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
Dorje Shugden Close Retreat - Now Is The Time
Dorje Shugden Close Retreat
NOW IS THE TIME
The Purpose Of This Retreat
During this retreat we will be emphasizing drawing close to the Wisdom Protector
Dorje Shugden to make a special connection with him and receive his special care.
Dorje Shugden always helps, guides and protects pure and faithful practitioners by
granting blessings, increasing their wisdom, fulfilling their wishes, and bestowing
success on all their virtuous activities.
Format of each session (advice from Geshe-la):
“In this Dorje Shugden close retreat we should do in conjunction with Wishfulfilling
Jewel sadhana. From Refuge to the Mantra Recitation - then we collect mantras -
the two mantras - the short and longer mantras, we collect 100,000 of each
mantra. Never missing, at least two sessions a day. In each session we offer a tsog
offering. For the first, second and third sessions we recite the tsog offering verse
just verbally; we don't get up; no human tastes the tsog offering so there is no spirit
offering in these three sessions.
Before each session we add a few biscuits, few snacks or a few cakes - the bala and
madana stay the same - we just add to the Guru plate and the general tsog offering.
So in the fourth session we actually make the offering, distribute the tsog and taste
and then there will be the spirit offering.
When we are reciting the mantra we are concentrating on the meaning and we
continue in this way until we count 100,000 then we are finished.
After that we can do a Vajradaka burning offering to purify mistakes. During the
retreat we don't rush because we are doing the whole of Wishfulifilling Jewel in
each session. We do gently, but everyday at least two sessions.
The main point on a close retreat of Dorje Shugden is that we are making a special
connection and in this way you will receive his special care.”
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
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Full Retreat: $420
Full Day: $15
Session: $5
Accommodations (month of January)
Dorm: $500 per person
Double: $1200 for two (booking together)
Single: $950
Rooms are limited, on a first come, first served basis. Please email [email protected] to inquire availability.
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Starting: Friday Jan 2nd - 7pm
Ending: Saturday Jan 31st - 8.30pm
Vajradaka Burning Offering (to purify mistakes)
Saturday Jan 31st
Times of sessions
Session 1 : 8.00am - 9.30am
Session 2 : 11.30am - 1pm
Session 3 : 4pm - 5.30pm
Session 4 : 7pm - 8.30pm
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Those with less time not able to complete all four sessions can stay longer after any session to continue counting if they wish.
You will not need to bring any implements (bell, vajra etc) for the sessions as there will be one presider for all pujas as normal.
Close Retreat or drop-in sessions
If engaging in this particular close retreat on Dorje Shugden, it is not necessary to remain in the same seat and everyone has the opportunity to drop in to any sessions.
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We have a limited quantity of both these Prayer booklets in the meditation room, which you are very welcome to borrow during the sessions.
If you wish to purchase your own copy of the booklet, you can do so by visiting our bookstore in person or buying a downloadable or paper copy online at Tharpa Canada.
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If you have any questions, please email: [email protected]
Valentine’s Weekend on Emptiness - With Kadam Morten
A Valentine’s Weekend on Emptiness
With special guest teacher: Kadam Morten, Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre New York City
The Teacher
Kadam Morten
Kadam Morten Clausen is the Eastern US National Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition and Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center New York City. For over 40 years he has been a close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, who gave him the title “Kadam,” indicating he is a senior lay teacher of the New Kadampa Tradition.
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More information coming soon.
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More information coming soon.
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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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
Canadian National Festival 2026
Canadian National Festival 2026
With Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab
May 1-5th, 2026
At Kadampa Meditation Centre Montréal
835 Laurier Ave E, Montreal, Quebec H2J 1G2
Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab is a retired General Spiritual Director of the NKT-IKBU, he has trained closely with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than forty years. His humility and pure example reflect his many years of reliance on his Spiritual Guide.
An internationally renowned Teacher, he is greatly admired as a sincere practitioner and a powerful Teacher. He is also well-known for his wisdom and deep understanding of Buddha's teachings, and for his pure example of compassion and loving-kindness.
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More information to come.
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More information to come.
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Just a few steps away from Laurier Métro Station, KMC Montréal is on Laurier Street at the corner of St-André, in the trendy neighborhood of Le Plateau Mont-Royal.
Surrounded by beautiful parks and cozy cafes, the Centre is in the middle of a very walkable area and is seen by many passersby through all seasons.
Centre de Méditation Kadampa Montréal
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Finding street parking around the Centre can be challenging.
If you are not accustomed to the street parking rules in Montreal, please visit this page to make your visit easier: https://montreal.ca/en/topics/street-parking
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
More information to come.
Adventure Tour at Summer Festival!
Destination: International Summer Festival 2026
At Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre Ulverston, UK
July 24th - Aug 8th (festival dates)
“Welcome everybody to the NKT International Festival. The NKT International Festivals are the special method to maintain the International Kadampa Buddhist Union from generation to generation. We should know this Union is very important. With this Union we can fulfill our own and others wishes easily. So please keep my message in your heart.
With much love and prayers,”
Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Plan ahead for a truly meaningful holiday!
• Enjoy spiritual renewal and make friends from around the world
• Be inspired by our new General Spiritual Director (GSD), Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
• Receive the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments of Heruka and Vajrayogini
• Explore our Mother Centre in historic Conishead Priory
• Meditate in the first Kadampa Temple for World Peace
• Visit the quaint town of Ulverston, in the Lake District
... and so much more!
Festival & Manjushri KMC Websites
kadampafestivals.org/summer
Manjushri.org
KMC Canada is commited to supporting your journey!
More information to come soon. Stay tuned!
Everyone welcome!
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More information coming soon!
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More information to come soon!
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More info to come soon!
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If you have any questions, please email: [email protected]
Ontario Dharma Celebration 2025
Ontario Dharma Celebration 2025
Becoming a Force for Positive Change
Thousand-armed Avalokiteshvara Empowerment
& teachings on compassion
~ with Gen Samten Kelsang
Friday Nov 21 - Sunday Nov 23
Learn how to open your heart to others, overcome feelings of frustration and anger, and become a true source of peace and happiness in the world.
During the Celebration, Gen Samten Kelsang will grant the empowerment of Thousand-armed Avalokiteshvara. Through making a connection to Avalokiteshvara and receiving his inspiration and blessings, our compassion will become stronger than ever before.
Everybody welcome!
Public Talk ~ Finding Peace in the Digital Age
Finding Peace in the Digital Age
A Public Talk
With international Buddhist Monk
Gen Samten Kelsang
Thursday, November 20th
~ 7:30 - 9 pm ~
$25
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford Street, Toronto, ON M6G 3K1
~ Everyone Welcome ~
The Public Talk
Is it possible to find genuine peace in this digital age?
The fast-paced development of modern technology and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) are increasing stress and anxiety for most people, but would we say the quality of human life is improving? Is there an actual increase in human happiness? Does living in the digital age mean we’re destined to feel stressed and restless?
Despite all the amazing development we have witnessed in recent years, for many of us, technology has had the opposite effect, leaving us more agitated, distracted, addicted, and even fearful. As AI becomes more accessible, we could eventually lose our ability to think for ourselves, weakening our capacity to find happiness within through the power of our own thoughts and feelings.
In this talk, Gen Samten will share a Buddhist perspective on how to develop our capacity to find genuine peace and contentment while living in this ever-evolving digital age. Discover how to create an inner space of calm through the power of your own thoughts, and how to live with technology without being ruled by it.
The Teacher
Gen Samten Kelsang
GEN SAMTEN KELSANG is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre New York. One of Venerable Geshe-la’s senior disciples, he oversees the spiritual program at KMC New York, and teaches throughout the US and around the world. Having engaged in a three-year meditation retreat, he is renowned for the clarity of his teachings, ability to help students improve their practice, and skill in leading practitioners to profound meditative insights.
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Doors Open: 6:30pm
Book Shop Open
Public Talk: 7:30-9pm
Book Shop: 9-9:30pm -
$25
Please note: These fees are for a General Admission. Seats are attributed on a first come, first served basis.
How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door.
To pre-register, fill out the booking form below. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
Halloween Special at KMCC
Halloween Special at KMCC
The Self We Normally See Does Not Exist Costume Party
Enjoy an alternative Halloween party! This special event will include a potluck dinner, Buddhist movie clips on impermanence, and a special guided meditation on how the “I” we normally see does not exist.
To add to the fun, you’re welcome to come dressed as a vampire, ghost, witch — or anything you like!
Costumes are completely optional, so please feel free to join us just as you are.
No preregistration required | No cost | Please bring a dish to share if you can.
Everyone welcome!
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Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
From 6 to 9pm.
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Come join us for a spooky meaningful evening on this Halloween Special night at KMCC!
No preregistration required | No cost | Please bring a dish to share if you can.
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For any questions or inquiries about these sessions, please email: [email protected]
Public Talk @ University College ~Discover the Power of Buddhist Meditation
Discover the Power of Buddhist Meditation
A Public Talk at University College
With international Buddhist Monk & Teacher
Gen Kelsang Chodor
Wednesday, October 1st
~ 7:00 - 8:30 pm ~
University College, U of T
15 King's College Circle, Room 140
Toronto, ON M5S 3H7
~ Everyone Welcome ~
The Public Talk
Join Western Buddhist monk Gen Chodor for a talk on how we can unlock the limitless potential of our mind for peace and creativity through Buddhist meditation and an understanding of the nature of our mind.
The Teacher
Gen Kelsang Chodor
GEN KELSANG CHODOR is the 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.
The Public Talk Venue
This public talk will take place in
University College
15 King's College Circle
Room 140
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Regular: $15 / person for bookings
KMCC Class Pass discounts apply.
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)
Please note: These fees are for a General Admission. Seats are attributed on a first come, first served basis.
How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door.
To pre-register, fill out the booking form below. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
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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The best way is by public transit. Get off at St George TTC Subway Station and walk south for 15 minutes.
Paid parking (see next tab below)and some on street parking is available.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
The Word On The Street ~ Toronto Book & Magazine Festival
David Pecault Square
Sat Sept 27, 11 am - 6 pm
& Sun Sept 28, 10 am - 5 pm
The Word On The Street is a celebration of reading, writing, and literacy. Each year, they host hundreds of author readings for visitors of all ages and a vibrant marketplace featuring the best selection of books and magazines in Canada.
Join this Toronto Book & Magazine Festival for free.
Look for Tharpa Publications Canada’s booth!
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Sat Sept 27: 11 am - 6 pm
Sun Sept 28: 10 am - 5 pmPlease visit the ‘The Word On The Street’ website for more information (click here).
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32 Year Anniversary - Celebrate With Us!
A Special Weekend at KMCC
You’re invited to join us at our beautiful Kadampa Temple in Toronto to celebrate our 32nd anniversary. Come and rejoice with us in our history, activities, and most of all, yourself and everyone else who make up this spiritual community. How wonderful that 32 years ago Venerable Geshe-la, our Founder and Spiritual Guide, in response to requests of people in Toronto, conceived of a Kadampa Centre in our vibrant city.
On Saturday, our Resident Teacher, Gen Chodor, will be granting the blessing empowerment of Buddha Vajrapani.
Through receiving the powerful blessings of the Buddha of Spiritual Power, we will acquire special inner strength. This will help overcome all inner and outer obstacles to our spiritual practice and activities for the benefit of others. Empowered by these blessings, may we together continue to maintain and cherish our precious Canadian Mother Centre and Temple, KMC Canada, for this and all future generations.
Please join us for the empowerment, teachings, special presentation and community BBQ (or any part of it you wish).
Everyone welcome!
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This weekend course is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
Open Google MapsKadampa 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
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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20
11am - 1pm : Empowerment of Buddha Vajrapani3 - 4:30pm : Teaching on Vajrapani Practice
5 - 5:30pm : Presentation: Our History & Vision for the Future
5:30 - 8pm : Community BBQ & Celebration
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21
2 - 3:15pm : Retreat session on Vajrapani Practice
3:45 - 5pm : Retreat session on Vajrapani Practice -
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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Saturday Empowerment & afternoon teaching:
Regular: $65
80 Class Pass: 50%
108 Class Pass: no cost
Presentation of history and vision & Community BBQ:
FREESunday two Retreat Sessions:
$10/session
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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.
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: [email protected]
Sunday day-course ~ Everything Works Better With Wisdom
Everything Works Better With Wisdom
Sunday day-course with
Guest Teacher Gen Kelsang Zopa
Resident Teacher of KMC Victoria, BC
Take some time out of your busy life to explore practical Buddhist advice on how to stay happy - by finding and developing a source of peace from within. This one stand-alone Sunday day-course might be just what you need to set the stage for discovering genuine happiness.
If you're inspired to go deeper, the Friday session and the Saturday day-course are also stand-alone. You’ll find benefit in attending any single day - or the entire weekend.
Gen Kelsang Zopa - a visiting Buddhist monk and senior meditation teacher - will offer practical advice to help us deal with the challenges of modern living and transform our life into an authentic path of inner development.
The main teachings are based on Advice from Atisha’s Heart, a timeless piece of heartfelt wisdom from the great Indian Buddhist Master Atisha, who played a central role in bringing pure Buddhism to Tibet. Deeply admired for his wisdom, humility, and compassion, Atisha’s instructions continue to resonate today - offering clear and meaningful advice on how to live with kindness, peace, and purpose.
By keeping Atisha’s Advice in our heart:
we can maintain a peaceful and happy mind
our human nature and good qualities will naturally improve
we will become a positive example in this troubled world
and we will swiftly progress toward the supreme happiness of enlightenment
As Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso says,
“Simply putting this Advice into practice we will naturally become a Bodhisattva, a holy compassionate being who is the object of everybody's love and respect.”
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This weekend course is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
Open Google MapsKadampa 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
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Friday, August 15 (stand-alone)
7:00–8:30 p.m.: Talk & MeditationSaturday, August 16 (stand-alone)
10:00–11:15 a.m.: Talk & Meditation
11:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.: Talk & Meditation
Lunch 1pm -3pm
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm: Talk & MeditationSunday, August 17 (stand-alone)
9:30–10:15 a.m.: Prayers for World Peace
11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m.: Sun Morning drop-in class
2:00–3:15 p.m.: Talk & Meditation -
Gen Kelsang Zopa has been presenting the profound and practical teachings of the Buddhist path for over 25 years.
He is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Victoria.
Renowned for the clarity and depth of his teachings, his warmth and practicality bring to life the ancient art of meditation. -
Full weekend course: $90
Non-member (special rate) - $80
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $37.50 ( No cost for Sunday GP plus 50% discount)
60 Class Pass - $75 (No cost for Sunday GP )Friday only: $15
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Plass - 50% discount
Saturday only: $45
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - 50% discount
Sunday only: $30
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $7.50 (no cost for GP)
60 Class Pass - $15 (no cost for GP)(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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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.
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: [email protected]
Saturday day-course ~How to Live with Kindness, Peace & Purpose
How to Live with
Kindness, Peace & Purpose
Saturday day-course with
Guest Teacher Gen Kelsang Zopa
Resident Teacher of KMC Victoria, BC
Take some time out of your busy life to explore practical Buddhist advice on how to stay happy - by finding and developing a source of peace from within. This one stand-alone Saturday day-course might be just what you need to set the stage for discovering genuine happiness.
If you're inspired to go deeper, the Friday and Sunday sessions are also stand-alone. You’ll find benefit in attending any single day - or the entire weekend.
Gen Kelsang Zopa - a visiting Buddhist monk and senior meditation teacher - will offer practical advice to help us deal with the challenges of modern living and transform our life into an authentic path of inner development.
The main teachings are based on Advice from Atisha’s Heart, a timeless piece of heartfelt wisdom from the great Indian Buddhist Master Atisha, who played a central role in bringing pure Buddhism to Tibet. Deeply admired for his wisdom, humility, and compassion, Atisha’s instructions continue to resonate today - offering clear and meaningful advice on how to live with kindness, peace, and purpose.
By keeping Atisha’s Advice in our heart:
we can maintain a peaceful and happy mind
our human nature and good qualities will naturally improve
we will become a positive example in this troubled world
and we will swiftly progress toward the supreme happiness of enlightenment
As Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso says,
“Simply putting this Advice into practice we will naturally become a Bodhisattva, a holy compassionate being who is the object of everybody's love and respect.”
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This weekend course is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
Open Google MapsKadampa 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
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Friday, August 15 (stand-alone)
7:00–8:30 p.m.: Talk & MeditationSaturday, August 16 (stand-alone)
10:00–11:15 a.m.: Talk & Meditation
11:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.: Talk & Meditation
Lunch 1pm -3pm
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm: Talk & MeditationSunday, August 17 (stand-alone)
9:30–10:15 a.m.: Prayers for World Peace
11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m.: Sun Morning drop-in class
2:00–3:15 p.m.: Talk & Meditation -
Gen Kelsang Zopa has been presenting the profound and practical teachings of the Buddhist path for over 25 years.
He is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Victoria.
Renowned for the clarity and depth of his teachings, his warmth and practicality bring to life the ancient art of meditation. -
Full weekend course: $90
Non-member (special rate) - $80
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $37.50 ( No cost for Sunday GP plus 50% discount)
60 Class Pass - $75 (No cost for Sunday GP )Friday only: $15
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Plass - 50% discount
Saturday only: $45
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - 50% discount
Sunday only: $30
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $7.50 (no cost for GP)
60 Class Pass - $15 (no cost for GP)(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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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.
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: [email protected]
Friday class: Staying Happy ~ One Day at a Time
Staying Happy ~ One Day at a Time
Friday 7pm session with
Guest Teacher Gen Kelsang Zopa
Resident Teacher of KMC Victoria, BC
Take some time out of your busy life to explore practical Buddhist advice on how to stay happy - by finding and developing a source of peace from within. This one stand-alone session on Friday night might be just what you need to set the stage for discovering genuine happiness.
If you're inspired to go deeper, the Saturday and Sunday sessions are also stand-alone. You’ll find benefit in attending any single day - or the entire weekend.
Gen Kelsang Zopa — a visiting Buddhist monk and senior meditation teacher — will offer practical advice to help us deal with the challenges of modern living and transform our life into an authentic path of inner development.
The main teachings are based on Advice from Atisha’s Heart, a timeless piece of heartfelt wisdom from the great Indian Buddhist Master Atisha, who played a central role in bringing pure Buddhism to Tibet. Deeply admired for his wisdom, humility, and compassion, Atisha’s instructions continue to resonate today — offering clear and meaningful advice on how to live with kindness, peace, and purpose.
By keeping Atisha’s Advice in our heart:
we can maintain a peaceful and happy mind
our human nature and good qualities will naturally improve
we will become a positive example in this troubled world
and we will swiftly progress toward the supreme happiness of enlightenment
As Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso says,
“Simply putting this Advice into practice we will naturally become a Bodhisattva, a holy compassionate being who is the object of everybody's love and respect.”
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This weekend course is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
Open Google MapsKadampa 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
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Friday, August 15 (stand-alone)
7:00–8:30 p.m.: Talk & MeditationSaturday, August 16 (stand-alone)
10:00–11:15 a.m.: Talk & Meditation
11:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.: Talk & Meditation
Lunch 1pm -3pm
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm: Talk & MeditationSunday, August 17 (stand-alone)
9:30–10:15 a.m.: Prayers for World Peace
11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m.: Sun Morning drop-in class
2:00–3:15 p.m.: Talk & Meditation -
Gen Kelsang Zopa has been presenting the profound and practical teachings of the Buddhist path for over 25 years.
He is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Victoria.
Renowned for the clarity and depth of his teachings, his warmth and practicality bring to life the ancient art of meditation. -
Full weekend course: $90
Non-member (special rate) - $80
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $37.50 ( No cost for Sunday GP plus 50% discount)
60 Class Pass - $75 (No cost for Sunday GP )Friday only: $15
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Plass - 50% discount
Saturday only: $45
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - 50% discount
Sunday only: $30
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $7.50 (no cost for GP)
60 Class Pass - $15 (no cost for GP)(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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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.
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: [email protected]
Spring Retreat ~ Transform Your Life with Loving Kindness
Transform Your Life with Loving Kindness
Spring Retreat with Kadampa Buddhist Nun & Guest Teacher Gen Kelsang Chögyan
(Partial booking is available.)
Join us for a weekend meditation retreat that will open your heart and bring peace, loving-kindness, and clarity into your life. Through guided meditations and teachings, you’ll discover the power of cultivating three types of love — affectionate love, cherishing love, and wishing love.
Loving-kindness meditations are simple, potent, and accessible, even for busy people. They help us develop confidence, relax, and improve our relationships with friends, family, and coworkers.
We'll focus on how to integrate these meditations into our daily activities so that you feel empowered to use them throughout the rest of your life.
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Friday, June 6th
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM — IntroductionSaturday, June 7th
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM — Talk and Guided Meditation
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM — Talk and Guided Meditation
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM — Talk and Guided MeditationSunday, June 8th
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM — Talk and Guided Meditation
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This retreat is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
Open Google MapsKadampa 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
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Gen Kelsang Chögyan is the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Montreal and Vajrayogini Buddhist Center in Vaudreuil. She has been studying and practising Kadampa Buddhism for over 20 years. She constantly encourages us through her sincere example, her deep faith and her great ability to transform all situations into opportunities to progress along the path.
Her joy, energy and enthusiasm inspire us to put Buddha’s teachings into practice and experience their many benefits in our daily life. -
Full Retreat: $70
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $27.50 ( No cost for Sunday GP plus 50% discount)
60 Class Pass - $55 (No cost for Sunday GP )Friday only: $15
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Plass - 50% discount
Saturday only: $30
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - 50% discount
Sunday only: $25
108 Class Pass - no cost
80 Class Pass - $5 (no cost for GP)
60 Class Pass - $10 (no cost for GP)(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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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: [email protected]
KMC Canada Open House (Free Event)
KMC Canada Open House (Free Event)
We’re excited to announce that KMC Canada will be part of Doors Open Toronto this year! As part of this city-wide weekend event, we’ll be opening our doors to everyone – and you’re warmly invited to stop by.
Come explore our beautiful space, take a guided tour of the meditation room, learn about its history (the building is a former church transformed into a Meditation Temple), and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. We’ll also be offering short guided meditation sessions you can try out, tasty snacks, and a chance to meet the friendly KMC Canada community.
It’ll be a relaxed, welcoming event – and totally kid-friendly too!
What is Doors Open Toronto?
It’s a city-wide event that gives you rare access to some of Toronto’s most unique and interesting buildings – places you might not normally get to explore. This year’s theme is “Hidden Histories,” so you’ll uncover fascinating stories and spaces across the city.
🧘♀️ Schedule for Taster Meditation Sessions 🧘♂️
Join us for a peaceful 10-minute guided session — perfect for beginners!
10:15 – 10:30
11 – 11:15
12 – 12:15
13 – 13:15
14 – 14:15
15 – 15:15
16 – 16:15
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631 Crawford St, Toronto, ON M6G 3K1
Large Buddhist Yard Sale
Large Annual Yard Sale
Sat May 10 & Sun May 11 | 8am – 2pm
Corner of Ossington & Harbord
We’re having a big clear-out — your chance to score amazing finds! Browse furniture, kitchenware, home décor, games, lamps, tables, chairs, chests, and so much more.
Something for everyone — come early for the best selection!
All proceeds support our non-profit organization, KMC Canada.
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At the corner of Ossington & Harbord
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Saturday
8am-2pmSunday
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Canadian Festival 2025
Real Inner Freedom
Buddha Vajrasattva Empowerment
with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
Canadian Festival 2025
Une véritable liberté intérieure
Transmission de bénédictions de Bouddha Vajrassattva
avec Guèn-la Kelsang Jampa
Festival canadien 2025
Day course ~ How To Help The Dying and Those Who Have Died (Powa Practice)
How To Help The Dying and
Those Who Have Died
Day course with Gen Kelsang Chodor
When someone dies, although their body stays in this world and is buried or cremated, their mind goes to another life, rather like a bird leaving one nest to fly to another. With this basic understanding of rebirth, we can practise 'powa' to ensure that our loved ones find lasting peace. 'Powa' means transference of consciousness.
Through our loving prayers, we send or transfer the consciousness of someone who has recently died to a Pure Land of Buddha where they no longer experience any suffering. Our ability to help others to be reborn in a Pure Land depends upon the strength of our compassion and our reliance upon the Buddha of Compassion, Avalokiteshvara.
Discover this beautiful practice and the power of compassion and reliance upon holy beings such as Buddha Avalokiteshvara. No previous experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome.
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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 - 11:15 AM
Meditation & Teaching11:15 - 11:45 AM
Refreshments Break11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Meditation & Teaching1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Lunch Break2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Powa Practice (Guided) -
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: $40
80 Class Pass: $20
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 -
Crawford Street may be closed during March and April 2025 due to road works. Parking spaces in the neighbourhood will be very limited. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.
It is possible to find parking further away in the nearby streets. Please allow more travel time.
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: Green P Parking.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
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:
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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: [email protected]
Booking
Retreat ~ Long Life, Merit & Wisdom
Long Life, Merit & Wisdom
Annual Amitayus Retreat with Gen Kelsang Chodor
The greatest obstacles to the fulfilment of our wish to experience pure happiness are death and ignorance. Death destroys our opportunity to take the essence of our precious human life, and ignorance destroys our opportunity to develop a pure experience of Buddha’s teachings, the Dharma. To overcome these obstacles, we need to increase our lifespan and our wisdom. The principal method for doing this is the yoga of Buddha Amitayus, which is also a special method for increasing the positive power of our mind, or merit.
With a long life, we can complete our spiritual path in this very life. We can also engage in this special practice on behalf others when they are sick or in danger of dying. This traditional retreat is offered each year, usually in January or February. Although this is an in-depth Buddhist practice, it is suitable to everyone. No prior experience of Buddhism or meditation is required. Everyone is welcome!
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
9:30 - 11:00 AM
Introduction and Guided Meditation Session11:30 - 12:45 PM
Guided Meditation Session2:45 PM - 4 PM
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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: $30 / person
80 Class pass: $15.00
108 Class 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.
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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: [email protected]
Special Valentine course ~ with Guest Teacher
Special Valentine Course
with Guest Teacher Kadam Morten Clausen
Friday Feb 14 | 7pm-8:30pm | $20
Kadam Morten Clausen is invited to Toronto to teach a weekend course on Buddha's wisdom teaching. It is timely to have the Friday Feb 14th session to focus on love!
We often confuse love with desirous attachment. As a result, we often experience pain and disappointment within our so-called ‘loving’ relationships. Kadam Morten will use Buddha’s wisdom to deepen our experience of love to family & friends, drawing on the profound teachings of ‘exchanging self with others’.
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Kadam Morten is the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center New York City. For over 40 years he has been a close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, who gave him the title “Kadam,” indicating he is a senior lay teacher of the New Kadampa Tradition.
He is a greatly admired meditation teacher, especially known for his clarity, humor and inspirational presentation of Dharma. His teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life.
This is a stand-alone special Friday Valentine event.
It is also part of the weekend teaching on Je Tsongkhapa's presentation of Buddha's liberating wisdom.
Information on the weekend course.
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These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada, Toronto. 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 -
6:30 p.m: Doors open
7:00 - 8:30 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations
8:30 - 9:00 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments
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Kadam Morten Clausen is the Eastern US National Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition and Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center New York City.
For over 40 years he has been a close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, who gave him the title “Kadam,” indicating he is a senior lay teacher of the New Kadampa Tradition.He is a greatly admired meditation teacher, especially known for his clarity, humor 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. Kadam Morten met his teacher, Geshe Kelsang, while attending university in England. He taught widely throughout the UK and helped develop many Kadampa Centers in England. Kadam Morten has been teaching in the US for more than 20 years and has established centers throughout the New York area, as well as Washington DC, Virginia, and Puerto Rico. In addition to his local teaching responsibilities, he teaches and guides retreats regularly throughout the United States and Europe.
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Regular: $20 / person
80Class Pass: $10
108 Class Pass: no costLive-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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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Booking
Special Course ~ Liberating Wisdom
Liberating Wisdom
Exploring the Wisdom Teachings
from the Three Principal Aspects of the Path
Special Weekend Course with Kadam Morten Clausen
(Partial booking available)
with a special Valentine Event Friday 7pm-8:30pm
Je Tsongkhapa’s legendary text, The Three Principal Aspects of the Path, is a concise presentation of the entire path to enlightenment. Especially the third aspect—Buddha’s teachings on the wisdom understanding ultimate truth—is presented with extraordinary clarity and startling profundity.
During this weekend, through talks, guided meditations, and discussions, Kadam Morten will guide us in exploring in particular the verses on wisdom. From the point of view of fulfilling our deepest wishes, this wisdom explains everything we need to know—from the everyday to the ultimate!
Topics include:
How can we let go of our unhappy minds?
How can we open our hearts to others and best help them?
How can we experience great joy and meaning in our lives?
What is emptiness, ultimate truth?
How do things actually exist?
How is freedom from suffering attainable?
What is enlightenment?
Taking this wonderful and liberating wisdom to heart will enhance our practice of the spiritual path, both Sutra and Tantra, and open us to a joyful and creative approach to life. In particular, it will empower us to transform all life experiences, including our problems, into our training of the mind so that they propel us along our path to lasting happiness and enlightenment.
Everyone is welcome.
NB: The explanation will be based on Geshe Kelsang’s translation and commentary from his book, The Mirror of Dharma with Additions. (This book is available at the Centre’s shop. E-book & mp3 formats are available to purchase and download from Tharpa Publications Canada site.)
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This event is taking place at:
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1 -
Friday, February 14, 2025
- Doors open: 6:30 p.m.
- Love and Wisdom ~ A Special Valentine’s Event on Making Our Relationships More Loving, Joyful and Meaningful : 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Saturday, February 15, 2025
- Doors open: 9:30 a.m.
- Teaching: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 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 16, 2025
- Doors open: 8:30 a.m.
- Meditation: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
- Teaching: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30p.m.
- Teaching: 2:15 p.m. - 3:30 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.
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Full Weekend
Regular: $105 / person
60 Class Pass: $90
80 Class Pass: $45.00
108 Class Pass: no costFriday
Regular: $20 / person
80 Class Pass: $10.00
108 Class Pass: no costSaturday
Regular: $45 / person
80 Class Pass: $22.50
108 Class Pass: no costSunday
Regular: $40 / person
60 Class Pass: $25
80 Class Pass: $12.50
108 Class Pass: no costLive-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.
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Accommodations are available for those engaging in this event. The dormitory spaces 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
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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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]
New Year Celebration - Avalokiteshvara Prayers
New Year Celebration
Meditation & Chanted Prayers
with Gen Kelsang Chodor
Enter the new year with a positive mind, a peaceful heart, and meaningful resolutions that will set you up for the year ahead! Our New Year's Eve celebrations will feature an inspiring talk by our Resident Teacher, Gen Chodor, candle-lit chanted prayers, group meditation, and the opportunity to enjoy refreshments and socialize with the friendly community of KMC Canada.
We will ring in 2025 by engaging in the most beautiful meditations for world peace, mentally connecting with the international Kadampa Buddhist community. Sharing a sense of global unity will be very powerful! Everyone is welcome.
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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 -
8:30 p.m:
Doors Open9:00 p.m. - 10:15 p.m:
Talk with Gen Kelsang Chodor10:15 p.m. - 11:15 p.m:
Refreshments11:15 p.m. - 12:15 a.m:
Candle-lit Chanted Prayers & 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. 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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In person: $25
80 Class Pass: 50% Discount
108 Class Pass: No costLive Streaming available to 60, 80 Class Pass and 108 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: [email protected]
Booking
Special Event - The Gift of Inner Peace
Special Event
- The Gift of Inner Peace
Special Event with Gen Kelsang Dorje
Gift yourself a special experience this Christmas by joining the warm, friendly community of KMC Canada as we engage in a profound, peaceful guided meditation retreat. This retreat will help you develop a peaceful mind, bringing true joy into your life. There is no better way to make your holidays truly meaningful.
The meditation retreat sessions include practical instructions, guided meditations, and optional Q&A time. Between sessions, you can relax, rest, and spend time with like-minded people in our café area. The peaceful surroundings of Kadampa Meditation Center Canada help individuals create a comfortable space within their own minds.
You don't need to be a Buddhist to join – we believe everyone can benefit from meditation and its tremendous positive effects. Everyone is welcome
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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 -
Tuesday, December 24
6:30 p.m: Doors open
7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Welcome & introduction
8:30 p.m: Refreshments and social timeWednesday, December 25
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 - 3:00 p.m: Christmas Potluck Lunch
4:00 - 5:30 p.m: Offering to the Spiritual Guide Chanted PrayersThursday, December 26
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
12:30 - 2:30 p.m: Lunch Break
4:00 - 5:00 p.m: Talk & Guided Meditation
5:30 - 7:00 p.m: Dinner Break
7:00 - 9:00 p.m: ‘An Evening of Compassion’ (Avalokiteshvara Meditation Practice)Friday, December 27
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 -
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.
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Full event -$120
60 Class Pass -$120
80 Class Pass - 50% discount
108 Class 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.
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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: [email protected]
Booking
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!
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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 -
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.
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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.
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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: [email protected]
Booking
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.
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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 -
6:30 p.m: Doors open
7:00 - 8:45 p.m:
- guided settling meditation
-brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation
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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, 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.
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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.
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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: [email protected]
Booking
Ontario Dharma Celebration 2024
Ontario Dharma Celebration 2024
The Source of Happiness and Goodness
Buddha Shakyamuni empowerment with commentary to Liberating Prayer
~ with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
Friday Nov 29 - Sunday Dec 1
For Buddhists, faith in Buddha Shakyamuni is their spiritual life. To help us to develop and maintain strong faith in Buddha, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche composed the beautiful praise to Buddha Shakyamuni called Liberating Prayer. Understanding and contemplating its meaning is the best method to develop faith in Buddha and his teachings, which is the root of all Dharma realizations.
During the Celebration, Gen-la will grant the empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni and give teachings on Liberating Prayer.
Everybody welcome!
Public Talk ~ Is Peace Possible?
Is Peace Possible?
A Public Talk
With internationally renowned Buddhist Monk & Teacher
Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
Wednesday, November 27th
~ 7:30 - 9:00 pm ~
@Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford Street, M6G 3K1 (see map)
(between Christie Pits & Ossington Stns)
~ Everyone Welcome ~
The Public Talk
In an increasingly hectic and uncertain world, our experience of happiness is fleeting and we find many reasons to be anxious or stressed. We may wonder, “Is peace possible?” It definitely is, but first we need to establish it within our own mind.
In this public talk you will learn:
~ what is the real source of happiness
~ why meditation is important for everyone
~ how to create both inner and outer peace
The Teacher
Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
NKT Canadian National Spiritual Director
~ Gen-la Kelsang Jampa ~
Gen-la Kelsang Jampa is the Deputy Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition and the National Spiritual Director for Canada.
As a senior NKT teacher, he has been a devoted student of the internationally acclaimed meditation master, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, for over twenty years. Under Geshe Kelsang Gyatso’s guidance, he has taught at numerous centers and events worldwide.
Gen-la Jampa is well-loved for his clear and inspiring teachings and his ability to touch people’s hearts with sincerity and loving-kindness.
Gen-la Kelsang Jampa has taught internationally throughout the world sharing how world peace is possible - through training our mind in meditation.
Teaching Extract
Watch an extract from a teaching by Gen-la Jampa on how inner peace is the only real cause of happiness.
The Public Talk Venue
This public talk will take place in the quiet, spacious, and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada.
Before and after the talk, you can meet our community, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and have the opportunity to ask questions. Our Temple shop also offers a variety of books and other resources to support meditation practice.
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
631 Crawford Street, M6G 3K1
(between Christie Pits & Ossington Stns)
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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
6:30 p.m: Doors Open, Bookstore, Gift shop
7:30 - 9:00 p.m: Public Talk
9:00 - 9:30 p.m: Questions & Answers, Bookstore
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Regular: $35 / person for bookings
80 Class Pass Holder: 50%
108 Class Pass Holder: no cost
Kids 8-15: $17.50(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)
Please note: These fees are for a General Admission. Seats are attributed on a first come, first served basis.
How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open one hour before the start of the talk.
To pre-register, fill out the booking form below. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.
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.
• Full payment is required at time of booking.
• The Public Talk fee is $25 / person for bookings made by November 23, 2023, and $35 / person for bookings made after November 23, 2023.
• Cancellations: 25% of the Public Talk fee is non-refundable in the case of cancellations up to 24 hours before the start of the Talk (7:30 p.m. EST, November 29, 2023). After this, the Public Talk fee is fully non-refundable.
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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: [email protected]
Booking
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.
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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 -
6:30 p.m: Doors open
7:00 - 8:45 p.m:
- guided settling meditation
-brief Buddhist prayer (in English), talk & guided meditation
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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, 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.
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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.
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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: [email protected]
Booking
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.
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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 -
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.
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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.
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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: [email protected]
Booking
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
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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 -
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.
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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: [email protected]
Booking
Fall Weekend Retreat ~ The Healing Power of Meditation
Fall Weekend Retreat
~ The Healing Power of Meditation ~
Friday Nov 8 - Sunday Nov 10
(Partial booking of individual days available)
Our mind is our greatest healer. In this weekend retreat you can discover how to actualize your potential to overcome all mental pain, sorrow, loss, physical suffering, illness and disease through one of the most renowned ancient meditations taught by Buddha, known as “taking and giving". We will learn how to transform the simple act of breathing into a powerful healing practice that causes mental peace and happiness, improves concentration, enhances our love, compassion & wisdom and brings great meaning to our life.
The meditation retreat sessions include practical instructions, guided meditations, and optional 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.
KMC 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.
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Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada is located at 631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1
Open Google MapsWe 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.
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(Partial booking of individual days available)
Friday
Introduction ~7:00pm-8:30pmSaturday
Guided Meditation & Talk ~ 9:30am - 10:45 a.m.
Refreshment break ~ 10:45am - 11:15am
Guided Meditation ~ 11:15am -12:00pm
Lunch break ~ 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Guided Meditation ~ 2:00 pm -2:45pm
Refreshment break ~ 2:45pm -3:15pm
Meditation & Q&A ~ 3:15 pm - 4:15pm
Sunday
Guided Meditation ~ 9:30am -10:30am
Refreshment break ~ 10:30 am -11:00am
Meditation Supplementary Class & Q&A ~ 11am -12:15pm
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Gen Kelsang Thekchen is a senior Teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU). He began practising Kadam Dharma in Toronto in 1995 and has been a Kadampa monk and Teacher under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than 25 years.
He is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Ottawa (KMCO).
He has been the Resident Teachers at Kuluta Buddhist Centre in Kingston, KMC Canada as the National Spiritual Director, at KMC Vancouver, Madhyamaka KMC and Bodhisattva KMC in the UK.
He is well known for his ability to present Buddha’s teachings in a simple, practical and often humorous way, making them easy to put into practice in everyday life.
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Full Retreat: Friday to Sunday $85
Friday only: $15
Saturday only: $45
Sunday only: $2560 Class Pass: Full price
80 Class Pass Plus: 50% Discount
108 Class Pass Plus Plus: no costLive-streaming option is available to Class pass holders only.
(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 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 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 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: [email protected]
Booking
International Fall Festival 2024
The Gateway to Highest Yoga Tantra
International Fall Festival ~ Oct 25 - Nov 1, 2024
Highest Yoga Tantra Empowerments of Heruka & Vajrayogini & Commentary with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong, NKT-IKBU General Spiritual Director
As Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche explains in Modern Buddhism, the gateway through which we enter Tantra is receiving a Tantric empowerment. This bestows upon us special blessings that heal our mental continuum and awaken our Buddha nature. In this Festival Gen-la Dekyong will grant the empowerments of the principal Deities of Highest Yoga Tantra – Heruka and Vajrayogini – and introduce their essential practices.
This is a rare and wonderful opportunity to receive from Gen-la Dekyong the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments and teachings of Heruka and Vajrayogini according to the Ganden oral lineage, which is the special heart treasure of her Spiritual Guide, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.
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.
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Note: Individual days can be attended!
Friday
7:00 - 8:30 PM: 🌟
Introduction
with Kelsang RigmaSaturday
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 WatsonSunday
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 GandenMonday
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 -
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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 🙂."
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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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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]