Abbot Venerable Tsang Chit provides an in-depth interpretation of the Buddhist classic Heart Sutra, with the subtitle "Constantly Diligent in Purification." He shares insights on how to nurture the mind and explains the wisdom of "holding onto goodness." He points out that skillfully utilizing circumstances is considered "good attachment," while mistaken attachment can transform into delusive attachment, hindering from being at peace with the present moment.

2025 Dharma Assemblies Calendar enclosed for reference. Please refer to the Society's announcement for the latest schedule. Effective from January 1, 2025, the Society will be closed to the public every Monday, January 1, and December 25, except for 1st and 15th day of the Lunar Calendar and designated assembly dates.

On Saturday, February 15, TLKYCS successfully hosted the Monthly Meditation Practice. We were honored to have Venerable Wai Leung lead participants through a meditative journey, immersing them in the practices of Buddha veneration, walking meditation, sitting meditation, and tea meditation. Through this experience, participants explored how to integrate meditation into daily life, allowing the wisdom of inner stability to become a natural part of their routine.

🙇 Buddha Veneration: Letting Go of Ego, Cultivating Humility
🚶🏻 Walking Meditation: Every Step is Real and Present
🧘 Sitting Meditation: Coexisting Peacefully with Thoughts
🍵 Tea Meditation: Slow Down to Savor the Sweetness
If you missed this session or wish to deepen your meditation experience, don’t miss the next opportunity!

📅 Next Meditation Session:🗓 March 15, 10:00 AM
Venerable Wai Leung will continue to guide us in meditation practice.

The first session of the Leadership and Communication Skills Program (LCSG) featured a talk by Venerable Wai Leung on the topic "The Heart Sutra as a Guide to Life." Through everyday examples—the causes and conditions behind a bowl of rice, the interconnectedness of the internet, and the impermanence of mobile phones—Venerable Wai Leung guided participants in understanding the profound teaching of "Form is emptiness; emptiness is form."
Our work, family, social relationships, and personal growth all arise from countless interdependent causes and conditions. Only by recognizing this deep interconnectedness can we cultivate true inner freedom and harmony in life.

On February 16 and 23, TLKYCS hosted the "Life Lessons from the Seven Parables of the Lotus Sutra" course, led by Venerable Wai Leung, guiding participants through an in-depth exploration of the core teachings of the Saddharmapuṇḍarīka Sūtra (Lotus Sutra). The course covered the Buddha’s skillful means in guiding sentient beings, the innate potential for Buddhahood in all, and how Buddhas and Bodhisattvas spread the Dharma with wisdom and compassion to bring liberation.

Through this course, attendees had the opportunity to experience the profound wisdom of the Lotus Sutra and deepen their journey of inner awakening.

On February 15 and 22, TLKYCS hosted the "Purifying Connections" Steel Tongue Drum Advanced Course, with Venerable Wai Leung as the instructor. Through the ethereal and pure tones of the steel tongue drum, participants were guided to release their worries, focus on the present moment, and enter a state of inner peace and harmony. In the transparent and resonant sound of the drum, they experienced the true beauty, goodness, and connection of human existence.

Mission
We serve our community with great compassion. We value the cultivation of inner wisdom and practice, and strive for spiritual and physical well-being. We encourage teamwork and mutual support.

Following the path of Bodhisattvas, we volunteer our time and effort for the greater good with shared compassionate aspirations. The successful operation of the Society relies on our volunteers' dedicated support. We welcome you to register as a volunteer at the Society.

Buddhist Spiritual Care Volunteer
Buddhist Spiritual Care is an emerging field of practice and study. Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society is dedicated to introduce Buddhist spiritual care in healthcare institutions, long-term care facilities, and universities. By integrating Buddhist teachings and practices with professional techniques, we aim to support careseekers when they are going through difficult moments, connecting them with the compassion and wisdom of Buddhism in the community.

Those who offer Dāna (generous donation) are fulfilled with blessing. Those who support are of immeasurable merits.
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