Events

Oakville - Beginner Meditation Class each Saturday Morning

Submitted by TWDD Meditation on Feb 17, 2010 - 12:16pm
Date: 
Repeats every month every Saturday until Sat Dec 18 2010 .
Feb 20, 2010 - 9:30am
Presented by: 
NA Fulong Dharma Centre

Is meditation for you?

Meditation is a powerful tool to unfold our inner peace and to develop true happiness.

How does meditation help us?
• Ease the chaos in our minds
• Improves Physical Health
• Improves Emotional/Mental Health
• Relieves stress
• Increases wisdom

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

Submitted by KMCC on Mar 3, 2010 - 5:48pm
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.

Buddhism Study Course

Submitted by Nalandabodi Toronto on Feb 18, 2010 - 8:01am
Date: 
Repeats every 2 weeks until Sat Sep 18 2010 .
Feb 20, 2010 - 10:00am
Presented by: 
Nalandabodhi Toronto

This foundational course exploring the Buddhist world view focuses on the basic components of Buddhist philosophy: the Four Nobel Truths, interdependence, karma and our perceptual and conceptual mind. The course provides foundational knowledge of Buddhist philosophy of mind and meditation. It is the first course in the Nalandabodhi Study CUrriculum, a comprehensive series of Buddhist studies designed for the western mind, but rooted in traditional teachings. The full curriculum includes Hinayana View, Hinayana Path, Mahayana View and Mahayana Path.

Stress Management through Restorative Meditation

Submitted by Meditation Toronto on Sep 17, 2009 - 11:37am
Date: 
Mar 20, 2010 - 12:30pm
Presented by: 
Meditation Toronto

These free classes consist of a relaxing meditation session and tension-relieving stretches. www.meditationtoronto.com.
Agincourt: Mondays, 6-7:30pm. July 12, Aug. 23. 155 Bonis Ave. (N of Sheppard Ave, W of Kennedy). 416-396-8943.
Campbell: Saturdays, 11am-12:30pm. Mar. 20, May 22, June 19. Albert Campbell Library, 496 Birchmount Rd. (S of St. Clair). 416-396-8890.
Highland Creek: Saturdays, 11am-12:30pm. May 8, June 5. Highland Creek Library, 3550 Ellesmere Rd. 416-396-8876.

Mindfulness in Daily Life Retreat

Submitted by True North Insight on Feb 4, 2010 - 6:38pm
Date: 
Mar 21, 2010 - 2:00pm
Presented by: 
True North Insight

This non-residential insight meditation retreat begins with a retreat day on Sunday, March 21 from 2:00-9:00 PM, followed by early morning and evening meditation sessions from Monday to Friday, concluding with a half-day retreat on Saturday, March 27, beginning at 9:00 and ending with lunch.

An EnChanted Evening

Submitted by Meditation Toronto on Feb 25, 2010 - 11:43am
Date: 
Repeats every week until Mon Jul 19 2010 .
Feb 28, 2010 - 6:00pm
Presented by: 
Meditation Toronto

You're welcome to join us for a Sunday evening group meditation. You will learn 3 simple and fun meditation techniques and leave feeling refreshed, renewed, and happy. Admission is free, and remember to come hungry as a delicious vegetarian meal will be provided! 6-8pm, in the Chapel at Trinity-St. Paul’s Church, 427 Bloor W. at Spadina. 416-539-0234, info [at] meditationtoronto [dot] com.

Meditation in Everyday Life

Submitted by Shambhala Medit... on Feb 21, 2010 - 10:53pm
Date: 
Repeats every week until Mon Apr 12 2010 .
Mar 15, 2010 - 7:00pm
Presented by: 
Shambhala Meditation Centre of Toronto

This five-week course provides an opportunity for new and experienced students to deepen their experience and understanding of meditation, with special attention on practical suggestions for establishing a sitting practice in the midst of our speedy society.

This program also offers a glimpse of the Shambhala vision of enlightened society by emphasizing the ways in which meditation can affect our daily lives, and can expand to impact our whole society. This view is based upon the teachings of meditation in Turning the Mind Into an Ally and Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior.

Yoga & Meditation Classes

Submitted by Meditation Toronto on Mar 12, 2010 - 11:14am
Date: 
Repeats every week until Mon Jun 21 2010 except Mon Apr 05 2010.
Mar 22, 2010 - 7:15pm
Presented by: 
Meditation Toronto

Yoga class for all levels, followed by a relaxing meditation session. Mondays, 7.15-8.15pm. Mar. 22, 29, Apr. 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 31, June 7, 14, 21. College/Shaw Library, 766 College St. By donation. 416-538-0006.

Advanced Meditation Course

Submitted by Zen Buddhist Temple on Mar 5, 2010 - 10:12am
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.

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

Submitted by KMCC on Mar 9, 2010 - 3:57pm
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