OUR CENTRE
KMC Vancouver is a non-profit organization offering weekly meditation classes at various locations around the greater Vancouver area. We also offer day courses, empowerments, meditation retreats and chanted prayers. Our Centre located in the Trout Lake area, is a peaceful oasis in the heart of Vancouver where anyone can learn the practical methods to experience well-being and lasting happiness.
Kadampa Meditation Centre Vancouver is part of the New Kadampa Tradition. New Kadampa Buddhism is a special presentation of Buddha’s teachings designed especially for the people of the modern world. All the practices come from Buddha Shakyamuni and have been preserved over the centuries by an unbroken lineage of fully realized Teachers. Venerable Geshe-la’s presentation retains all the meanings and insights of Buddha’s original teachings, while offering them in a fashion that is accessible and suitable for modern-day practitioners. Through this great kindness, everyone, regardless of their identity, now has the opportunity to practice scientifically proven methods for solving the problems of daily life that ultimately lead to true and lasting happiness.
OUR VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY, LOCALLY & GLOBALLY
KMC Vancouver is part of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU), a non-profit organization with a global network of over 1,400 Centres and groups in over 45 countries.
All centres are run by a community of volunteers. Volunteers are available at every class and event ready to welcome you and help answer your questions about our programs and activities.
OUR RESIDENCE
The residence is located above our Centre in the Trout Lake area. Rooms are available for rent for long term and short term stays. Residents have easy access to the centre's meditation classes, courses, retreats and chanted meditations.
The rooms are furnished and comfortable with shared bathrooms, kitchen and living area. KMC Vancouver offers an opportunity to be part of a peaceful and friendly community.
OUR BOOKSHOP
Our shop is an excellent resource for books on Buddhism, ritual items, and accessories. We are affiliated with Tharpa Publications, a non-profit corporation that publishes books on Buddhism and meditation by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
Hours: The shop is open 30 minutes before and after classes.