Interview with Geshe Sherab

In this intimate interview, Geshe Sherab discusses past challenges in his personal practice and the importance of finding peace in troubling times.

Interview with Sensei Taigen Henderson

Zen Buddhism in an authentic and supportive environment at the Toronto Zen Centre
Catherine Rathbun (Lama Jetsun Yeshe)

Catherine Rathbun Book Release

Lama Jetsun Yeshe discusses her latest book: Clear Heart, Open Mind
Franca Leeson with her weekly meditation group

Interview with Franca Leeson

Personal motivations to meditate and the process of self-exploration
Philip V. Starkman on camera

Interview with Philip V. Starkman

Combining meditation and psychotherapy with great results

Inspiring Solutions for Difficult Times based on the book "Eight Steps to Happiness"

Submitted by KMCC on Mar 9, 2010 - 2:57pm
Date: 
Repeats every week until Tue Apr 27 2010 .
Mar 23, 2010 - 7:00pm
Presented by: 
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada

When we develop a positive attitude toward difficult circumstances, we achieve a mental freedom that allows us to approach our situation with a clear and happy mind. In this series, we develop the wisdom to solve our daily problems through changing our perspective. This class is led by our Resident teacher, Gen Kelsang Thekchen. Classes include two guided meditations, a teaching and time for questions. Everyone is welcome, no need to pre-register.

March 23rd - Changing our world through compassion
March 30th - Transforming difficulties into opportunities for growth

Leave Home to Nirvana - One Night Retreat

Submitted by Greg on Mar 7, 2010 - 10:56am
Date: 
Mar 26, 2010 - 7:00pm
Presented by: 
Awakened Meditation Centre

This one night retreat falls between the day of the Buddha leaving home and his Nirvana Day. Come join us for this event led by Zen Master Hwasun Yangil. The event will consist of sitting meditation, walking meditation, dharma meals, chanting.

Please register before March 20th, 2010. Please leave cell phones at home.

Samarpan Meditation Workshop

Submitted by Samarpan Canada on Mar 6, 2010 - 10:42pm
Date: 
Apr 4, 2010 - 10:00am
Presented by: 
Shree Shivkrupanand Swami Foundation Canada

The workshop introduces the salient features of Samarpan Meditation.

It begins by a short introduction - 10 minutes

A 20 minute long video is shown detailing the salient features of Samarpan Meditation.

Experiences of those who have been meditating for some time are narrated - 30 minutes.

The actual practice of meditation is demonstarted and carried out - 30 minutes.

Question and Answer period to explain the experience of the attendees.

Shree Shivkrupanand Swami Foundation Canada

Submitted by Samarpan Canada on Mar 6, 2010 - 10:34pm
Type: 
Meditation Centre
Style: 
Dhyana

Samarpan Meditation
is a simple way of Meditation which connects us with Universal Consciousness and is taught by His Holiness Shree Shivkrupanand Swami, a living Divine Master from India. Samarpan Meditation is a practice which unites us with the Universal Energy, with pure wish you will experience the awakening of Kundalini Energy the part of divine that is in each one of us, then connecting our awakened Divine energy within, with Universal Divine Consciousness we experience the divinity and process of inner transformation begins.

Handling Criticalness and Judgement- a contemplation

Submitted by TRUE SOURCE on Mar 5, 2010 - 11:09am

Most of us have had the experience of being bothered, irked or irritated by someone's behaviour. It's a common experience in life to get judgemental of others.

In fact, in some cultural niches of our society, the witty criticalness of others is admired.

As an example, when I was in the theatre I remember the usual practice in one troupe was to gather in a bar after a show and spend a good deal of time in a game of one up-man-ship in judging others.

Sometimes lunch-time conversations in many businesses become a breeding ground for criticalness of bosses or other employees. It can become a major contributor of stress and low moral at work....

Advanced Meditation Course

Submitted by Zen Buddhist Temple on Mar 5, 2010 - 9:12am
Date: 
Repeats every week until Tue Apr 06 2010 .
Mar 16, 2010 - 6:30pm
Presented by: 
Zen Buddhist Temple

A four consecutive Tuesday evening course (6:30 to 8:30 pm) for those who have completed the Introductory Meditation Course (or those with meditation experience) who wish to deepen their meditation practice and train in Korean hwadu Son (Zen). Please register in advance.

Beginner's Zen Retreat

Submitted by Zen Buddhist Temple on Mar 4, 2010 - 8:27am
Date: 
Mar 26, 2010 - 7:00pm
Presented by: 
Zen Buddhist Temple

A guided retreat for beginners who wish to study meditation and lead a life of simplicity and clarity. It includes practical instruction on meditation postures, mindful breathing, concentration and peace of mind in everyday life. Sessions begin Friday at 7 pm and continue on Saturday until noon, with an overnight stay at the temple (optional); breakfast is included. Please register in advance.

Introductory Meditation Course

Submitted by Zen Buddhist Temple on Mar 4, 2010 - 8:22am
Date: 
Repeats every week until Thu Apr 08 2010 .
Mar 11, 2010 - 6:30pm
Presented by: 
Zen Buddhist Temple

A course of five consecutive Thursday evenings (6:30-8:00 pm) for beginners who wish to study meditation and lead a life of simplicity and clarity. It includes practical instruction on meditation postures, mindful breathing, concentration and peace of mind in everyday life. Please register in advance.

Protection from Fear - Day Course on going for refuge to Buddha, Dharma and Sangha

Submitted by KMCC on Mar 3, 2010 - 4:48pm
Date: 
Mar 20, 2010 - 10:00am
Presented by: 
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada

Buddhist refuge day course and refuge vow ceremony with KMCC Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Thekchen. March 20th from 10am - 5:30pm. Gen Thekchen will offer an explanation of how to go for refuge to Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. He will explain how to generate the two main causes of refuge: fear of the sufferings of samsara, and faith in the 3 Jewels. At the end of the day course, Gen Thekchen will offer, for those who wish, a refuge ceremony where we take our refuge vows and become a Buddhist.

What is Buddhism?

Submitted by KMCC on Mar 3, 2010 - 11:30am
Date: 
Mar 13, 2010 - 10:00am
Presented by: 
Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada

Learn the basics of Buddhism in this half-day course from 10am - 1pm with Buddhist nun, Kelsang Rigden. Rigden was the Resident Teacher at Tara Buddhist Centre in Barbados. She is now living and studying at KMCC here in Toronto. Rigden will explain who Buddha was and why his teachings are so important and relevant in this modern world. Basic Buddhist topics will be explained such as past and future lives, karma, samsara and Enlightenment.