How to create a better world
~a retreat on the Bodhisattva’s way of life
Retreat offers an opportunity to take a real break mentally from the stresses of daily life. We can gently change our negative thought patterns in the encouraging environment of Kadampa Meditation Centre Vancouver, a space dedicated to helping everyone find real refuge from the storms of life. The meditations offered in this retreat help us to develop this refuge.
Through teachings and guided meditations, discover how to transform your daily life into a journey of spiritual growth—cultivating clarity, compassion, and lasting happiness. This retreat offers the perfect opportunity to reset your mind, connect with your inner potential, and step confidently into the year ahead with a peaceful heart and inspired purpose.
Schedule
Friday
7:00-8:30 pm Introduction
Saturday
Session 1 9:00-10:15am
Session 2 11:00-12:15pm
Lunch (please bring your own or enjoy the cafés across the road)
Session 3 1:45-3:00pm
Session 4 3:30-4:45pm
Sunday
Session 5 9:00-10:15am
Session 6 11:00-12:00pm Happiness Hour Session
Lunch (please bring your own or enjoy the cafes across the road)
Session 7 1:45-3:00pm
Session 8 3:30-4:45pm
Cost and registration
Non-members
$102 full retreat
$16 Friday intro
$10 per session
$16 Sunday Happiness Hour
GP & Study Program members
$35 Full Retreat
$5 per session
No charge for Friday Intro and Sunday Happiness Hour
108 members
No charge for any part of the retreat
Why not consider a membership which includes unlimited livestream and drop-in classes, half day courses, and discounts on weekend events for only $65/month?
Location: KMC Vancouver
1833 Victoria Diversion
Vancouver, BC, V5N 2K2
The Teacher
Gen Kelsang Delek is a Buddhist nun who has been studying and practising in the Kadampa tradition under the guidance of her teacher, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for over 30 years. She has taught extensively throughout Canada and the UK. Known for her warm, inspiring example as a contemporary Buddhist practitioner, her heartfelt teachings are infused with a practicality that make them easy to practice and integrate into daily life. She has a wonderful ability to show the power of Buddhist meditation to solve our daily problems and find happiness.