Dependent Origination or Paticcha Samuppada
When: Saturday July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th & August 4th
Time: 4.30 - 5.30 pm
Cost: Free
Language: English
Where: Buddha Meditation Center GTA -
11175 Kennedy Rd. Markham L6P 1P2
(1km north of Elgin Mills road)
Time: 4.30 - 5.30 pm
Cost: Free
Language: English
Where: Buddha Meditation Center GTA -
11175 Kennedy Rd. Markham L6P 1P2
(1km north of Elgin Mills road)
"This is a great opportunity to learn one of the main teaching of the Buddhism called the Dependent Origination or Paticcha Samuppada. Before attaining Buddha hood, the Bodhisattva understood Dependent Origination under the Bodhi tree around two thousand six hundred years ago. Then, the Buddha understood the solution to the cycle of birth and death and proclaimed to the world as Buddha.
By understanding this, you will be well aware why and how all beings are in Sansaric journey (death and birth) from one life to another. This is the teaching that you can develop wisdom for your own life and see the reality of other's lives. Even though this is very hard to understand, step by step explanation will be given to you to understand it very clearly. Also, you will get the knowledge how one can escape from Dependent Origination in this present life. Printed materials will be given and all the teachings (suttas ) related to Dependent Origination will be discussed in brief.
All back grounds are welcome. These series of classes are good for the colleges and university students those who are learning Buddhism as a subject. This class includes 5 week sessions."
Need to join late? Need to miss a class? No problem!
We make recordings of the class, so if you need to miss a day, or if you miss the first class or so, we can send you the recording.
By understanding this, you will be well aware why and how all beings are in Sansaric journey (death and birth) from one life to another. This is the teaching that you can develop wisdom for your own life and see the reality of other's lives. Even though this is very hard to understand, step by step explanation will be given to you to understand it very clearly. Also, you will get the knowledge how one can escape from Dependent Origination in this present life. Printed materials will be given and all the teachings (suttas ) related to Dependent Origination will be discussed in brief.
All back grounds are welcome. These series of classes are good for the colleges and university students those who are learning Buddhism as a subject. This class includes 5 week sessions."
Need to join late? Need to miss a class? No problem!
We make recordings of the class, so if you need to miss a day, or if you miss the first class or so, we can send you the recording.
Introduction to Buddhism
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When: Saturday August 18th and 25th
Time: 4.30 - 5.30 pm Cost: Free Language: English Where: Buddha Meditation Center GTA - 11175 Kennedy Rd. Markham L6P 1P2 No need to register |
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This is a great opportunity to learn Buddha's ancient wisdom. You will get a very clear understanding of this teaching and how to apply them day to day life. This will help to develop your meditation and increase your mental health. After learning this, your mindfulness will improve for day today activities. Also, this is an excellent opportunity to expand your horizon.
This class is very helpful for the students who are studying Buddhism as a subject in Universities or Colleges. You are welcome to participate for Mindfulness Meditation class that will be held from 6-7 pm. after this class.
This program is conducted by monks trained in the Theravada Buddhist Tradition. This is suitable for all levels including new comers to the Buddha's teaching. You will get the opportunity to ask questions during and after the class. Printed materials will be provided. No need to register.
Meditate with a Monk
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When: Every Thursday, Time: 8.00 - 9.00 pm Cost: free Language: English Where: Buddha Meditation Center GTA - 11175 Kennedy Rd. Markham L6P 1P2 |
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This is a great opportunity to have peaceful mind after being tired of working over the week. Meditations will help you to over come depression and anxiety. As per the Buddha's teachings, you will learn how to be peaceful and calm even in the difficult conditions in your life. You get the chance to meditate and chant with a monk trained in the Theravada tradition. Instructions will be given. You will get the small booklets for every meditation practiced in the class. Then, you can practice the meditation alone. Suitable for all experience levels. All are welcome. No need to register. Also, you are welcome to participate for traditional devotional service with monks before the meditation program from 7-8 pm. |
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Free Day-long Buddhist Retreat : Meditation and Eight Precepts Program
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When: Sunday, August 26th Time: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) |
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Join us for a day of learning and practicing the Buddha's teachings. This event includes Dhamma talks, meditation and observing Eight Precepts. No need to register. We are happy to provide participants with the lunch time-meal (11 am to 12.30 pm) It will be mostly vegetarian. If you are a strict vegetarian or have other dietary limitations, we suggest that you bring food that you are comfortable eating. If you are new to Buddhist retreat, that is not a problem. There are many volunteers to help you. You can wear anything that is comfortable. Some people like to wear white, but this is totally optional. Feel free to come as you are. We will have cushions and chairs to sit on, but if you have a cushion and a mat, please bring them along. The part of the floor is carpeted and some area is uncarpeted. Never been to one of our retreats before? Find out what to expect. Nervous about being in a big group? Read some tips we have for folks with social anxiety. |
Approximate schedule: 7:00 am Explanation of and taking the Eight Precepts (taking the Eight Precepts is optional but recommended) & Breakfast 8:00 am Dhamma Talk (Buddhist teachings) 9:30 am Guided and silent meditation 10:00 am Tea break 10:15 am Guided and silent meditation 10:45 am Chanting and meal dedication 11:00 am Lunch meal 12:30 pm Chanting 1:00 pm Dhamma Talk 2:00 p.m. Guided and silent meditation 2:45 pm Tea break 3:00 pm Silent meditation 3:30 pm Q&A and Dhamma discusion 3:50 pm closing dedication of merits 4:00 pm End |
The Buddha encouraged his disciples to follow extra training rules known as the Eight Precepts as often as they could. Also, Supreme Buddha taught to follow the five precepts every day to collect good khamma (karma).
Meditation Program for University and College students
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When: Saturday September 2nd Language: English Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) |
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This program allows students who are planning on attending, enrolled, or have just passed out of any University/College institution to gain insight on ways to handle stress, time management,fear, anxiety and depression and various issues related to University/college life as per the wisdom of the Buddha. Students will have a chance to learn many different kinds of meditations taught by the Buddha and engage in positive group discussions with fellow students and our venerable monks. Various important Topics will be included in these discussions. We will also teach about how to get the benefits of the Buddha's teachings in your daily life. . Further, we teach the ancient scared protective chanting that can be used for every day for the happiness, peace and success.
You will have more time for personal interaction with the monks and get the answers for your personal issues according to the Buddha's wisdom. You will be surrounded by college and university students in your age. This is a great way to have good wholesome friends to your life.
This program is led by monks trained in the Theravada Buddhist Tradition. There is no charge for this activity.
Also, you can join for university and college students organisation called We Care For You Team. If you want to know more information about this organisation please click here.
Free Meditation Retreat
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When: Sunday September 9th Time: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Cost: Free Language: English Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) Need to register |
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This is a great opportunity to have calm and peaceful day after busy working days. This day long meditation retreat includes guided, silent and walking meditations. Instructions will be given with small booklets for every meditations. Therefore, you can practice them alone. This is suitable for all experience levels. All are welcome. If you are new to meditation retreats, please do not worry. There are many volunteers to help you. Feel free to come for all or part of the day.
You can observe Eight Precepts which will help you to improve your meditation and good Khamma (Karma) to your life. However, that is optional but recommended. There are enough cushions and chairs to sit on, but if you have a cushion and a mat, please bring them along. The part of the floor is carpeted and some area is uncarpeted. We are happy to provide participants with the lunch time-meal (11.15 am to 12.30 pm). It will be mostly vegetarian. if you have special dietary needs, please bring your own lunch. Lunch is provided by the generosity of our devotees. Need to register for this event. Never been to one of our retreats before? Find out what to expect. Nervous about being in a big group? Read some tips we have for folks with social anxiety. |
Approximate schedule:
8.00 am – 8.30 am –Explanation of and taking the Eight Precepts (taking the Eight Precepts is optional but recommended) 8.30 am – 9.00 am – Silent Meditation 9.00 am – 9.45 am – Dhamma talk 9.45 am - 10.00 am- Tea break 10.00 am - 10.45 am – Guided & Silent Meditation 10.45 am – 11.15 am – Chanting and meal dedication 11.15 am – 12.30 pm – Lunch meal 12.30 pm – 12.45 pm – Blessing chanting 12.45 pm – 1.30 pm – Dhamma talk 1.30 pm – 2:00 pm – Walking meditation 2.00 pm – 2:45 pm - Silent Meditation 2.45 pm - 3.00 pm - Q&A and Conclusion |
Children's Dhamma Program
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When: First and Second Sunday of every month, Time: 3 pm to 5 pm Cost: free Language: English Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) |
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Children from age four to thirteen are welcome to join us to learn the teachings of the Buddha found in the Theravada tradition. They will also learn simple meditations that you can do with them at home. Parents are welcome to sit in on the class. No registration is necessary. A snack will be provided.
Friday Sermon and Devotional Service
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When: Every Friday, Time: 7.00 - 9.00 pm Cost: Free Language: English Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) |
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This event has two parts. From 7 to 8 pm, there is a traditional devotional service. From 8 to 9 pm, there is a sermon on various teachings of the Buddha. You are welcome to come to part or all of the activities. No registration required.
We begin by making offerings to the Buddha and taking the Five Precepts. Then we do some chanting and meditation. You can download a copy of the text we chant from here. We also chant a selection from the Pali-English Chanting Book. (We've got plenty of copies of both for you to use while you are here.) This is a great way to make your mind peaceful and collect good khamma or Kharma to your life.
At about 8:00 p.m. the Dhamma Sermon begins. This event is a wonderful way to learn Buddha's teaching and become a part of the Buddhist community. You have time to ask questions about Buddhism and to meet a monk individually. All of the sermons are based on the original teachings of the Buddha faithfully preserved by the Theravada Buddhist tradition. Families are welcome.
While you are here you can check out a book from our lending library or speak to one of the monks.
Children's Dhamma Retreat
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When: Third Sunday of every month, 8.00 am to 3.00 pm (During the Sinhala Sil program) For Whom: Children ages 8-20 Language: English Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) |
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Children will have the chance to learn Theravadha Buddhism and Paritta chanting.
No registration is necessary. Parents are welcome to join in. If you have questions, contact us at info@meditationgta.org
Mindfulness Meditation Class
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When: Every Saturday Time: 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm Cost : free Language: English Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) |
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This is the perfect way to learn how and why to meditate according to the teaching of the Buddha. This class includes guided and silent meditation. You will get the chance to practice all types of meditations in Four Foundations of Mindfulness as per Buddha's teachings .The class is taught by monks trained in the Theravada Buddhist Tradition. No experience is required and everyone is welcome. If you are new to meditation, please do not worry and you will get lots of guidance and help from the monks and the volunteers. Also, you will be surrounded by other new comers to the meditation.
We will cover:
- Meditation posture
- Why we meditate
- The problems that happen in our meditation and how to overcome them
- Breathing meditation
- Loving-kindness meditation
- Meditation on the nature of the body
- Meditation on nine stages of a dead body ( Navaseewathika meditation)
- Meditation on the parts of the body and the elements
- Walking meditation
- And more...
Free Buddhist Chanting Class in the Theravada Tradition
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When: First and Third Saturday, Time: 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm Language: English and Pali Cost: Free Where: 11175 Kennedy Road, Markham ON L6C 1P2 (1 km north of Elgin mills road) |
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An excellent opportunity to learn the Buddha's ancient sacred chanting in English and Pali
You will learn:
- Simple ways of chanting that can develop your meditation
- Proper pronunciation and rhythm
- Techniques to incorporate chanting in to your spiritual practice
- Calming the mind can be used to prepare for meditation
- Memorizing the Buddha's teaching
- Connecting directly with this ancient tradition
Monastery Volunteer Cleaning Day - මාසික ශ්රමදානය
When: First Sunday of the month from 10 am to 4 pm (check calendar for changes)
Where: 11175 Kennedy Road,
Markham ON L6C 1P2
(1 km north of Elgin mills road)
Come and meet new Dhamma friends while taking care of our meditation centre property and collecting merit. There's something for everyone to do. Kids are welcome to join. Lunch is provided. This is a great way to get to know your asapuwa family.
You can also find this event on our meetup page
Where: 11175 Kennedy Road,
Markham ON L6C 1P2
(1 km north of Elgin mills road)
Come and meet new Dhamma friends while taking care of our meditation centre property and collecting merit. There's something for everyone to do. Kids are welcome to join. Lunch is provided. This is a great way to get to know your asapuwa family.
You can also find this event on our meetup page
සදහම් සූත්ර අඩ්යයනය - Sutta Study Class
When: Every Tuesday, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Language: Sinhala
Cost: Free
Where: 11175 Kennedy Road,
Markham ON L6C 1P2
(1 km north of Elgin mills road)
We begin with the regular evening Buddha Puja. Around 8:00 pm the Dhamma Sermon begins. Texts are chosen from Tripitaka Sutta translated from the Pali into Sinhala by Ven. Kiribathgoda Gnanananda Thera.
All teaching is done by monks trained in the Theravada Buddhist Tradition.
Language: Sinhala
Cost: Free
Where: 11175 Kennedy Road,
Markham ON L6C 1P2
(1 km north of Elgin mills road)
We begin with the regular evening Buddha Puja. Around 8:00 pm the Dhamma Sermon begins. Texts are chosen from Tripitaka Sutta translated from the Pali into Sinhala by Ven. Kiribathgoda Gnanananda Thera.
All teaching is done by monks trained in the Theravada Buddhist Tradition.
උපෝසථ සීල භාවනා වැඩසටහන - Meditation & Eight Precepts Program
When: Third Sunday of every month, 6 am to 4 pm
Language: Sinhala
Cost: Free
Where: 11175 Kennedy Road,
Markham ON L6C 1P2
(1 km north of Elgin mills road)
"Uposatha" means to come near our spiritual friends to learn the Buddha's teachings.
Eight-precept Sil/Uposatha program. The day is spent meditating and learning the teachings of the Buddha. Breakfast and lunch dana are offered to participants. You will have the opportunity to observe the Eight Precepts.
Language: Sinhala
Cost: Free
Where: 11175 Kennedy Road,
Markham ON L6C 1P2
(1 km north of Elgin mills road)
"Uposatha" means to come near our spiritual friends to learn the Buddha's teachings.
Eight-precept Sil/Uposatha program. The day is spent meditating and learning the teachings of the Buddha. Breakfast and lunch dana are offered to participants. You will have the opportunity to observe the Eight Precepts.
