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Words of Compassion and Wisdom
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Abbot Tsang Chit New Year Teaching: “Harmonize body and mind, cultivate the path ahead.” |
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Abbot Venerable Tsang Chit compared the restless mind to a “wild horse,” emphasizing that practice requires steady perseverance, not speed. Through precepts, concentration, and wisdom, one reins the mind, cultivates body and mind, and follows a clear path. He encouraged mindful, step-by-step living in the new year, maintaining inner calm and peace. |
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March Practice |
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1 March (Sun) Chanting Surangama Dharma Mantra
3 March (Tue) 9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Medicine Buddha Sutra
5-11 March (Thu to Wed) 10:00 - 16:00 The Surangama Dharma Assembly
8 March (Sun) 9:30 - 12:00 Praying for Blessings of New Year
15 March (Sun) Break (No Assembly)
19 March (Thu) 9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Medicine Buddha Sutra
22 March (Sun)9:30 - 11:30 Chanting Great Compassion Sutra
29 March (Sun) 9:30 - 11:30 Pre-celebrate the birthday of Avalokiteshvara bodhisattva
* The date and content are subject to change, please contact us for the latest information.
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Spring Dharma Assembly for Auspiciousness and Blessings |
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The Society invites all to the Lunar New Year Spring Dharma Assembly; through sutra recitation and Buddha-name chanting, may the Buddhas’ compassion bring peace, blessings, and wisdom to all.
Location：2495 Victoria Dr. Vancouver, B.C. Canada V5N 4L1
Inquiries：(604) 255 6337
Dharma Assembly Schedule：
Assembly to Pay Tribute to the Buddha's Blessings
Date: Sun, 8 Feb., 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Celebrate Maitreya Bodhisattva's birthday
Date: Tue, 17 Feb., 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Blessing Prayer and Four Noble Offerings
Date: Wed, 18 Feb., 2026
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Lunar New Year Bell-Striking and Buddha Recitation
Date: Thu, 19 Feb. - Mon, 23 Feb., 2026
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Please note: 21 February (Sat), 13:30–15:30.
Shurangama Dharma Assembly
Date: Thu, 5 Mar. – Wed, 11 Mar., 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(5 Mar. : Purification | 8 Mar. : First Shurangama Seven & Lunar New Year Blessing, 9:30 AM start)
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Interest Courses |
Cultivating the Mind Through the Arts, Contemplating Life in Stillness
Upholding its mission to promote culture and Buddhist education, the Society offers a series of arts and mind–body wellness courses. Through diverse forms such as calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting, floral arrangement, handicrafts, and Tai Chi, participants are guided—within the serene setting of the Society—to calm body and mind, refine characters, and embody a Ch'an-inspired living.
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Monthly Meditation Practice |
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The Society hosts a Monthly Meditation Practice, inviting a Dharma master to guide meditation and share essential Buddhist teachings in a clear and accessible way.
In a calm and harmonious setting, participants cultivate mindfulness and concentration, experience the joy of meditation, and integrate the practice into daily life.
Date: (Sat) March 21 2026
Time: 10:00 AM-12PM
Location: 2495 Victoria Dr. Vancouver, B.C. Canada V5N 4L1
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SOWING SEEDS IN YOUR MIND 2026 |
Gardening Program-- In our Sowing Seeds in Your Mind gardening series, participants are guided by agricultural professionals to engage with nature through sustainable and mindful cultivation. The program also integrates ecological awareness with Buddhist precepts, nurturing a sense of care, interconnection, and gratitude.
Through hands-on learning and observation of the natural cycles, we uncover the teachings of interdependence and impermanence—not only in the garden, but in life.
Date: (Sat) April 18, May 2, 16 & 30, Jun 13 & 27, July 11 & 25, August 8 & 22, Sept 5 & 19 2026.
Time: 1:30pm - 4pm
Location: Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society |
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Rebirth in the Pure Land |
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The Society is organizing a Guided Study Course, and we are honored to invite Venerable Wai Leung to lecture on the "Rebirth in the Pure Land". The Treatise, composed by Vasubandhu, is the only Indian treatise circulating in China that takes the Pure Land as its central theme, and it has been highly esteemed by the masters of the Chinese Pure Land tradition.
Instructor: Venerable Wai Leung
Date: (Sun) March 1, 15, 29 and April 12
Time: 13:00-15:00(PST)
Note: March 15 will only provide an online video for self-viewing. There will be no in-person class.
Location: Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society or Online Zoom
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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.
Course schedule: Every first Saturday of the month 9:15 to 11:15 a.m.*
* Vancouver time above. |
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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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Pay Tribute to the Buddha's Blessings |
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The Abbot taught that offerings to the Three Jewels are made throughout the year, and Dharma assemblies rely on them. Sutra chanting fosters awakening, wisdom, and joy.
Through generosity and upholding precepts, one cultivates blessings, kindness, and discipline. Taking refuge in the Three Jewels, avoiding evil, and doing good help strengthen character.
Blessings must be guided by wisdom. With generosity, moral conduct, filial piety, and rejoicing in others’ goodness, wisdom arises—enabling one to remain steady amid life’s impermanence and uncertainty. |
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Buddhist Chanting and Instrument Course |
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Lotus Sutra: Sanskrit chants are profound and pleasing.
Venerable Wai Leung guided the Dharma Instrument Class on using ritual instruments, proper chanting, and phrasing techniques. In Buddhism, music is one of the ten offerings, honoring the Buddha.
Participants joined with pure recitation, praising the Buddha and enhancing the Dharma assemblies. |
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Rebirth in the Pure Land |
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The society recently hosted a Treatise on Rebirth course with Venerable Wai Leung. The first session covered the two paths for a Bodhisattva—difficult and easy—emphasizing wisdom, diligence, and the path to Buddhahood. |
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Monthly Meditation Practice |
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On February 21, the society held its “Monthly Meditation Practice” session with Venerable Wai Leung leading two hours of meditation.
He taught that “afflictions are Bodhi,” guiding participants through seated, tea, and walking meditation to cultivate focus, awareness, and the joy of Chan.
Practitioners are encouraged to carry this mindfulness into daily life for peace and steadiness. |
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Haven Cloud Alumni Ribbon Award Ceremony and Volunteer Tea Gathering |
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On February 7, the Society held its annual Graduation Ceremony, honoring over 100 students for a year of study and spiritual growth across programs including Buddhist studies, LCSG Leadership, Chinese painting, and Sowing Seeds in Your Mind. The Abbot also conducted the Cloud Haven sash and badge ceremony. The highlight was the lamp transmission, as the lotus lamp—symbol of wisdom and compassion—was passed to Venerables and students, inspiring shared vows. A volunteer gathering followed, uniting long-standing and new members in fellowship, sustaining the temple as both a place of learning and a spiritual home. |
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Buddhistdoor Global (BDG)
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Buddha Dordenma Kuensel Phodrang Holds Ceremony of 100,000 Water Bowls |
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The Yönchap Bum Choed will be offered over a period of eight days during this “Month of Miracles” in Bhutan |
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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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