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Words of Compassion and Wisdom
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Pure Land Buddha Chanting Ceremony and Dedication for the Tai Po Category Five Fire — Teaching by the Abbot |
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On the morning of November 30 (Hong Kong time), a special Pure Land Buddha Chanting Ceremony was held to dedicate merits to the victims of the Tai Po Category Five fire. Abbot Ven. Tsang Chit delivered a teaching during the ceremony. Please watch attentively. |
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December Practice |
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4 Dec (Thu) 9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Medicine Buddha Sutra
7 Dec (Sun) 9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Diamond Sutra
14 Dec (Sun) 9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Diamond Sutra
20 Dec (Sat) 9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Medicine Buddha Sutra
21 Dec (Sun) 9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Diamond Sutra
28 Dec (Sun) 9:30 - 11:30 Great Compassion Assembly
* The date and content are subject to change, please contact us for the latest information.
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Understanding the Pure Land Path through End-of-Life Chanting Support and Lifelong Practice |
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Speaker: Alan Kwan
Date: January 11, to February 1 2026 every Sunday
Time: 1 P.M.-2:30 P.M.
Location: TLKYCS
Lecture 1: Understanding the True Meaning of the Pure Land Path through the Amitabha Sutra
Lecture 2: Good Practitioners are Those Who Exclusively Recite the Name of Buddha near End-of-Life or in the Present Lifetime
Lecture 3: How Can Ordinary Beings of Different Capacities within the Nine Grades Attain Rebirth in the Land of Bliss as said in the Contemplation Sutra?
Lecture 4: How to Become a Good Spiritual Advisor of Assisted-Recitation in Gratitude to the Buddha’s Kindness? |
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Leadership and Communication Skills Global (LCSG) |
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Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society and Fa Yue Buddhist Monastery continue Leadership and Communication Skills Global (LCSG) program in North America and Europe 2025-2026, inviting speakers from diverse backgrounds to share their insights, promoting youth self-development, leadership, and communication skills.
This academic year, our theme is “Shifting Perspective”, inspiring Buddhist youth to transform how they see themselves, others, and the world.
Application due: January 17, 2026 *
Interview: January 24, 2026 a.m.*
Orientation: February 7, 2026p.m.*
Course schedule: Every first Saturday of the month 9:15 to 11:15 a.m.*
* Vancouver time above. |
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Introduction to Buddhism Online Program II |
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The vastness and depth of Buddhist teachings make it challenging for beginners to understand and find suitable practices. To support everyone to learn the fundamental knowledge and practices of Buddhism. We welcome individuals interested in connecting with the Triple Gems and studying Buddhism to register.
Date: November 7, 2025, to December 26, 2025 upload every Friday for a total of 8 sessions.
Target Audience: Individuals interested in Buddhism.
Language: Cantonese subtitle and Mandarin and English voice over option.
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Scholarship for Spiritual Care and Psychospiritual Therapy Education |
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To promote professional training in spiritual care and psychospiritual therapy, the Society establishes a scholarship for Buddhist clergies currently enrolled in accredited courses by Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS) or other courses approved by TLKYCS.
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2026 Dharma Calendar |
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Our annual Dharma calendar is available for reference. Please check individual event listings for specific times and details.
Starting January 1, 2025, the temple will be closed on Mondays, New Year’s Day (Jan 1), and Christmas Day (Dec 25), except on the 1st and 15th of each lunar month and during Dharma events.
We warmly welcome your presence and participation throughout the year.
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Introduction to Buddhism Online Program II |
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This Dharma introduction series features Ven. Tsang Chit, Ven. Gwoh Yu, Ven. Chi Ng, and Ven. Chi Hua, offering clear guidance on basic Buddhist practice, temple etiquette, mindful living, and the virtues of lay practitioners.
It helps beginners build a solid foundation, apply the Dharma in daily life, and cultivate mindfulness and virtue.
“The Dharma is rare to encounter, yet now we hear it.”
Join us in practice, stay connected with our programs, draw near to the Triple Gem, and share the joy of the Dharma. |
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November Monthly Meditation |
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On November 8, the Society specially hosted A Day at the Temple, inviting Venerable Wai Leung to lead participants in a day of mindfulness and engagement with the temple’s daily monastic schedule.
Dharma Talk, Chanting of Amitabha, Meditation, Lunch with Mindful Eating Practice, Tea Meditation, Evening Chanting. |
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Ch'an & Chat: Monthly Meet-ups @ UBC & SFU |
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We held in-person monthly meet-ups ( 3 & 4 December) and online practice (Nov 29) for the UBC and SFU participants from the university community. |
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Buddhistdoor Global (BDG)
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Visualizing Guan Yin’s Soothing Water Vase for Hong Kong |
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The “Tai Po Fire” is quickly becoming known as a preventable tragedy. On 26 November, a massive blaze tore through multiple towers of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, leaving 94 confirmed dead and hundreds still missing. Three people tied to the estate’s renovation have been arrested for suspected manslaughter, and a Hong Kong firefighter was among those who lost their lives battling the Category Five blaze. |
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Buddhistdoor Global (BDG) |
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Our Aspiration
With compassion as our foundation, we serve the community and support the temple’s mission.
We value study and practice, cultivating wisdom and merit.
Through teamwork, we grow together in mutual encouragement.
Following the path of the Bodhisattvas, we walk together with dedication and kindness.
Interested in offering your time and energy to benefit others?
We welcome you to join our volunteer team and support the flourishing of the Dharma.
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Buddhist Spiritual Care Volunteer
Buddhist spiritual care is an emerging practice in which Dharma is brought into healthcare, long-term care, and university settings.
At TLKYCS, we integrate Buddhist principles with professionalism—bringing compassion, clarity, and support to those experiencing hardship. |
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Those who offer Dāna (generous donation) are fulfilled with blessing. Those who support are of immeasurable merits.
Donation Procedure
￭ By cheque: Payable to "Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society"
2495 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, B.C., Canada V5N 4L1
￭ By deposit in bank account: Royal Bank of Canada
885 West Georgia Street Vancouver, B.C. Canada V6C 3G1
Account Numbers：
CAD Currency：03215-1024017
USD Currency：03215-4005435
If donation receipts are required, please provide mailing address of donors.
￭ Walk in donation: Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society
2495 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, B.C., Canada V5N 4L1
Tel: +1 (604) 255 6337
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加拿大東蓮覺苑 Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society
2495 Victoria Dr. Vancouver, B.C. Canada V5N 4L1
+1 (604) 255 6337 | [email protected] | |
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