Calendar of Events
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3 events,
8–10am Vajrayoginī
8–10am Vajrayoginī
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5–6pm Mindfulness
5–6pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
7:00–8:30pm Vajrayoginī line-by-line class: The four abhiṣekas line by line
7:00–8:30pm Vajrayoginī line-by-line class: The four abhiṣekas line by line
Vajrayogini line-by-line class: The four abhiṣekas line by line Monday, June 24, from 7:00–8:30pm Description: The purpose of this gathering is to have a closer look at the Vajrayoginī abhiṣeka and feast section: looking at its structure and meaning, and how we can become more receptive for the key elements. Suggested Contribution: $ 5. Who can attend: Whoever […]
2 events,
6–7:30am Sojong
6–7:30am Sojong
Sojong (Poṣhadha) The Meaning of Poṣhadha In Indian Hindu societies, members of the community regularly observe rites for renewing their connection with virtue. The days of the new and full moons are regarded as holy and set aside for purification of non-virtue and re-establishment of virtue. Those days, and the purification rites performed on those […]
5–6pm Sādhana of Mahāmudrā
5–6pm Sādhana of Mahāmudrā
The purpose of the sādhana: “ purpose was to bring together the two great traditions of the Vajrayāna, as well as to exorcise the materialism which seemed to pervade spiritual disciplines in the modern world. The message that I had received from my supplication was that one must try to expose spiritual materialism and all […]
2 events,
8–11am MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
8–11am MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
MINDFULNESS PRACTICE Wednesday, from 8–11am Please join us for our weekly 8–11am “mindfulness practice” sessions. The sessions begin at 8am, 9am and 10am. Who can attend: Everybody. In particular, beginning students are welcome. If you need beginning instruction on mindfulness (= shamatha) practice, please get in touch with us beforehand. Parking: It will depend on the weather. If […]
7:00–8:30pm Tantrika gathering: Pure perception and habitual mind
7:00–8:30pm Tantrika gathering: Pure perception and habitual mind
Tantrika gathering: Pure perception and habitual mind Wednesday, July 3, from 7:00–8:30pm This gathering will focus and pure perception and the reasons why "habitual samsaric mind" mostly does not recognize the nature of mind. Who can attend: All tantrikas and sadhakas who have already received the nature of mind transmission. Suggested contribution: $5 Contact: kccl.contact@gmail.com; 902-576-3655.
2 events,
8:00–10am Vajrayoginī
8:00–10am Vajrayoginī
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
7-8:30pm Yoga for women with Ann-Marie Powers
7-8:30pm Yoga for women with Ann-Marie Powers
Description: Join us for a simple, traditional, women-only Indian yoga and meditation practice where you will be guided through both asanas (physical postures) and pranayama (breathing exercises) to gently stretch the body and cleanse the energy channels to aid in an increased flow of prana (energy or chi). We will conclude with a short mediation which is actually the […]
2 events,
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
1 event,
1 event,
9:00am–5pm Śamatha-vipaśyanā Intensive
9:00am–5pm Śamatha-vipaśyanā Intensive
Description: This Intensive will include a short review of the shamatha-vipashyana practice. You can also join in for single sessions, starting, 9am, 10am, 11am, 2pm, 3 pm and 4pm. Suggested contribution: $10 (including lunch) Contact: kccl.contact@gmail.com; 902-576-3655.
3 events,
8:00–10:00am Cakrasaṃvara
8:00–10:00am Cakrasaṃvara
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
7:00–8:00pm Cakrasaṃvara class
7:00–8:00pm Cakrasaṃvara class
Cakrasaṃvara class: The self-visualization Monday, July 8, from 7:00–8:30pm Description: The purpose of this gathering is to have a closer look at the self-visualization. Suggested Contribution: $ 5. Who can attend: Whoever has received Cakrasaṃvara abhiṣeka: “the old and the new”. Contact: kccl.contact@gmail.com; 902-576-3655.
2 events,
8:00–10:00am Cakrasaṃvara
8:00–10:00am Cakrasaṃvara
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
2 events,
8–11am MINDFULNLESS PRACTICE
8–11am MINDFULNLESS PRACTICE
MINDFULNESS PRACTICE Wednesday, from 8–11am Please join us for our weekly 8–11am “mindfulness practice” sessions. The sessions begin at 8am, 9am and 10am. Who can attend: Everybody. In particular, beginning students are welcome. If you need beginning instruction on mindfulness (= shamatha) practice, please get in touch with us beforehand. Parking: It will depend on the weather. If […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
1 event,
3–9pm Cakrasaṃvara Feast
3–9pm Cakrasaṃvara Feast
Monthly Cakrasaṃvara feast practice, open to sādhakas who have received the Cakrasaṃvara abhiṣheka. Bring your liturgy and practice implements. In case you have concerns about driving back home at night after the feast, we usually have space for you to stay overnight. $5 for participants contributing food to the pot-luck; $10 for participants who don’t.
2 events,
8:00–10:00am Cakrasaṃvara
8:00–10:00am Cakrasaṃvara
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
1 event,
1 event,
9:00am–5pm Cakrasaṃvara Intensive
9:00am–5pm Cakrasaṃvara Intensive
This monthly occurring Cakrasaṃvara Intensive is designed to not only rejuvenate but also to go deeper into our Cakrasaṃvara practice. The Intensive (suggested: $ 15) is open to sādhakas who have received the Cakrasaṃvara abhiṣeka. Bring your liturgy and practice implements.
3 events,
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
7:00–8:30pm Vajrayoginī line-by-line class: The four abhiṣekas
7:00–8:30pm Vajrayoginī line-by-line class: The four abhiṣekas
Vajrayogini line-by-line class: The four abhiṣekas Monday, July 15, from 7:00–8:30pm Description: The purpose of this gathering is to have a closer look at the Vajrayoginī abhiṣeka and feast section: looking at its structure and meaning, and how we can become more receptive for the key elements. Suggested Contribution: $ 5. Who can attend: Whoever has received Vajrayoginī […]
2 events,
6–7:30am Sojong
6–7:30am Sojong
Sojong (Poṣhadha) The Meaning of Poṣhadha In Indian Hindu societies, members of the community regularly observe rites for renewing their connection with virtue. The days of the new and full moons are regarded as holy and set aside for purification of non-virtue and re-establishment of virtue. Those days, and the purification rites performed on those […]
5–6pm Sādhana of Mahāmudrā
5–6pm Sādhana of Mahāmudrā
The purpose of the sādhana: “ purpose was to bring together the two great traditions of the Vajrayāna, as well as to exorcise the materialism which seemed to pervade spiritual disciplines in the modern world. The message that I had received from my supplication was that one must try to expose spiritual materialism and all […]
3 events,
8–11am MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
8–11am MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
MINDFULNESS PRACTICE Wednesday, from 8–11am Please join us for our weekly 8–11am “mindfulness practice” sessions. The sessions begin at 8am, 9am and 10am. Who can attend: Everybody. In particular, beginning students are welcome. If you need beginning instruction on mindfulness (= shamatha) practice, please get in touch with us beforehand. Parking: It will depend on the weather. If […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
7:00–8:30pm Three Words that Strike the Vital Point: Point 1
7:00–8:30pm Three Words that Strike the Vital Point: Point 1
Description: During this special Tantra class for sadhakas and ngöndro students who have received formal pointing out instruction, we will be discussing point 1 of Garab Dorje’s final testament Hitting the Essence in Three Words: Introducing directly the face of rigpa in itself. Decide upon one thing, and one thing only. Confidence directly in the liberation of […]
2 events,
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
1 event,
7–9pm Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar
7–9pm Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar
Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar At the Halifax Shambhala Centre Friday, July 19, 7-9PM; Saturday, July 20, 9AM- 6PM; Sunday, July 21, 9AM-6PM $210 Program Price/ $250 Patron Price. There is a generosity policy for program price: shambhala.hfx.finance@gmail.com More information and Registration Here For tantrikas / vajrayana students who have received the pointing-out […]
1 event,
9am–6pm Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar
9am–6pm Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar
Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar At the Halifax Shambhala Centre Friday, July 19, 7-9PM; Saturday, July 20, 9AM- 6PM; Sunday, July 21, 9AM-6PM $210 Program Price/ $250 Patron Price. There is a generosity policy for program price: shambhala.hfx.finance@gmail.com More information and Registration Here For tantrikas / vajrayana students who have received the pointing-out […]
1 event,
9am–6pm Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar
9am–6pm Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar
Changling Rinpoche: Cutting Through Ego-Clinging. The Teachings of Khenpo Gangshar At the Halifax Shambhala Centre Friday, July 19, 7-9PM; Saturday, July 20, 9AM- 6PM; Sunday, July 21, 9AM-6PM $210 Program Price/ $250 Patron Price. There is a generosity policy for program price: shambhala.hfx.finance@gmail.com More information and Registration Here For tantrikas / vajrayana students who have received the pointing-out […]
1 event,
2 events,
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
Please feel free to join our daily Vajrayāna morning practice. We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
2 events,
8–11am MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
8–11am MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
MINDFULNESS PRACTICE Wednesday, from 8–11am Please join us for our weekly 8–11am “mindfulness practice” sessions. The sessions begin at 8am, 9am and 10am. Who can attend: Everybody. In particular, beginning students are welcome. If you need beginning instruction on mindfulness (= shamatha) practice, please get in touch with us beforehand. Parking: It will depend on the weather. If […]
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
2 events,
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received the abhiṣeka for these practices can join.
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
2 events,
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
8:00–10:00am Vajrayoginī
We in general practice from 8–10am Vajrayoginī, but prior and post to the Cakrasaṃvara Feast Day and Intensive Day, we practice Chakrasaṃvara from 8–10am. And yes, on Wednesday mornings we have Mindfulness practice from 8–11am. Please check our monthly calendar for specifics: https://www.kccl.ca/events/month/ Whoever has received the abhiṣeka for these practices can join.
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
5:00–6:00pm Mindfulness
Please join us for our daily 5–6pm mindfulness practice session (śamatha-vipaśyanā mahāmudrā). You are also welcome to stay on for evening chants (6–6:30pm) and a light dinner (usually soup).
2 events,
9am–1pm Getting the house ready for Khandro Rinpoche’s visit
9am–1pm Getting the house ready for Khandro Rinpoche’s visit
Please join the KCCL residents between 9 to 1 this Saturday as we prepare for Khandro Rinpoche's welcome arrival. The sun will be shining on the inside and outside as many hands make light work inside the Center and on the grounds. Please confirm at kccl.contact@gmail.com so we have enough pizza for you afterward. Thanks all from […]
2pm Vajrayoginī Feast at Halifax Shambhala Center
2pm Vajrayoginī Feast at Halifax Shambhala Center
Due to being busy with preparations for Khandro Rinpoche's visit, we will this time not host the Vajrayoginī feast here at KCCL. You can join the feast in the Halifax Shambhala Center, starting at 2pm.
1 event,
2 events,
6–7:30am Sojong
6–7:30am Sojong
Sojong (Poṣhadha) The Meaning of Poṣhadha In Indian Hindu societies, members of the community regularly observe rites for renewing their connection with virtue. The days of the new and full moons are regarded as holy and set aside for purification of non-virtue and re-establishment of virtue. Those days, and the purification rites performed on those […]
5–6pm Sādhana of Mahāmudrā
5–6pm Sādhana of Mahāmudrā
The purpose of the sādhana: “ purpose was to bring together the two great traditions of the Vajrayāna, as well as to exorcise the materialism which seemed to pervade spiritual disciplines in the modern world. The message that I had received from my supplication was that one must try to expose spiritual materialism and all […]
1 event,
H.E. Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche’s teaching visit to Halifax
H.E. Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche: Arrival in Halifax We are extremely pleased to let you know that Her Eminence Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche has accepted our invitation to visit Halifax this year to give teachings on “Mind Training (Lojong)” on August 3 and August 4. The teachings will take place in the McInnes Room on […]
1 event,
H.E. Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche: Mind Training
H.E. Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche’s teaching visit to Halifax, August 3 – 4, 2019 We are extremely pleased to let you know that Her Eminence Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche has accepted our invitation to visit Halifax this year to give teachings on “Mind Training (Lojong)” on August 3 and August 4. The teachings will take […]
1 event,
H.E. Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche: Mind Training
H.E. Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche’s teaching visit to Halifax, August 3 – 4, 2019 We are extremely pleased to let you know that Her Eminence Mindrolling Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche has accepted our invitation to visit Halifax this year to give teachings on “Mind Training (Lojong)” on August 3 and August 4. The teachings will take […]