Past Events

Saturday 1 October 10am- 1pm with Gen Kelsang Kunden Our mind is extremely powerful, endlessly creating our experiences, but until we develop concentration we have no means to harness our mind’s power and use it to deeply transform our life and our world. Meditation on nature and function of the mind is one of the best ways to train in concentration. By training in concentration, we will develop greater peace in our mind, we will have fewer distractions, we will…

Sunday afternoons 2:30 - 4pm October 2 - 30 (no class Oct 9 & 16) We have a lot of negativity directed inward towards ourselves, outwards towards other living beings and even inanimate objects. This negativity arises largely through the power of our familiarity with it. Unfortunately, as we hold onto grudges and painful feelings, we allow that negativity to accumulate within our mind. Buddha taught many purification practices to let go of this negativity in our mind. By consciously…

this summer Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 11am - 1pm From September 5 Need to take a break and relax in a peaceful meditation environment? We are open from 11am – 1pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays this summer so that you can do just that. During our open hours, drop in, browse our shop or our library, enjoy a cup of tea, and do your own meditation. You are welcome to join us for a free 15-minute guided meditation at…

Join us on Tuesday evenings and feel empowered to change yourself and change the world. This class begins with a guided breathing meditation followed by a  teaching exploring one aspect of Buddha’s teachings - which focus on solutions to problems in daily life. The teaching is followed by beautiful chanted prayers and dedication for all those who are experiencing difficulties. Everyone welcome regardless of background or previous experience. There is no charge for this class. For more information visit: akbc.ca

this summer Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 11am - 1pm From September 5 Need to take a break and relax in a peaceful meditation environment? We are open from 11am – 1pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays this summer so that you can do just that. During our open hours, drop in, browse our shop or our library, enjoy a cup of tea, and do your own meditation. You are welcome to join us for a free 15-minute guided meditation at…

Wednesday evenings 7pm - 8:30pm October 5 – Nov 2 (no class Oct 19) We have a lot of negativity directed inward towards ourselves, outwards towards other living beings and even inanimate objects. This negativity arises largely through the power of our familiarity with it. Unfortunately, as we hold onto grudges and painful feelings, we allow that negativity to accumulate within our mind. Buddha taught many purification practices to let go of this negativity in our mind. By consciously working…

this summer Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 11am - 1pm From September 5 Need to take a break and relax in a peaceful meditation environment? We are open from 11am – 1pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays this summer so that you can do just that. During our open hours, drop in, browse our shop or our library, enjoy a cup of tea, and do your own meditation. You are welcome to join us for a free 15-minute guided meditation at…