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Buddhist Chaplain, UMCA @ UBC
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Ch’an & Chat @ UBC |
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[1] Online via Zoom
*** Please note that June 27 session will be held from 8:30 to 9:30 am.***
please note that there will be no in-person session from April to August. Online session will be available.
[Register Online Session via Zoom]
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Let's Meet-up! |
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[1] Online via Zoom
June 27(Sat) at 8:30 to 9:30 am
* The date and content are subject to change, please contact us for the latest information.
** For individual spiritual guidance, please email [email protected] for an appointment. |
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Ten Talks on the Contemplation Sutra |
Instructor: Mr. Alan Kwan
Date: June 7, 2026 – August 9, 2026
Time: Sundays, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (10 consecutive weeks)
Location: Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society or Online Zoom
Language: Cantonese (Mandarin or English Interpretation available as needed)
Target: Anyone interested in Buddhism
Registration: Online or in person
Fee: Free
Inquiries: WhatsApp +1 (604) 255-6337 [email protected]
Attendance rate of 80% or above qualifies for a certificate. This course is also eligible for credit scoring for the "Cloud Haven Program". |
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Children’s Buddhist Story & Performance Class |
Nurturing young hearts with the Buddha’s teachings and inspiring life through compassion. Through learning about the Three Jewels, storytelling, singing Buddhist nursery rhymes, meditation practice, and creative crafts, children are guided to cultivate mindfulness and wholesome actions, allowing wisdom and merit to take deep root as they grow.
Dates: July 4, 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8 (Saturdays)
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Venue: Tung Lin Kok Yuen Canada Society |
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Traditional Chinese Medicine Lecture: Stroke Prevention Begins Today |
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Speaker: Dr. William Chueng
Lecture Content:
What is a stroke? Stroke warning signs “F.A.S.T.” Who is at highest risk? A TCM perspective on stroke risk assessment, self-evaluation of stroke risk,
Three brain health care exercises, Blood pressure–lowering breathing techniques, and a Q&A session.
Dates: June 27 (Saturday)
Time: 1:30 PM – 3 PM
Venue: Tung Lin Kok Yuen Canada Society
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2026 Introduction to Spiritual Care Course |
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2026 Introduction to Spiritual Care Course is designed for adults Interested in spiritual care services. The program emphasizes both theory and practical application.
Target Participants: Adults interested in spiritual care services Theory Classes: July 18, 25; August 1, 8 (Saturdays), 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (12 hours total) Topics: Self-awareness, assessment skills, elder care, hospice and palliative care, caregiver support, loss and grief, and related subjects Practice classes: Participants with full attendance in the theory classes may be invited to join the practicum component, which includes 12 hours of supervised volunteer spiritual care visits under the guidance of the instructor. Capacity: 15 participants Language: Cantonese Registration Fee: CAD $100
Participants who complete the theory classes with full attendance will receive a Certificate of Completion and a reference book on Buddhist Spiritual Care. Course Fee: Free* *Course fees are sponsored by Tung Lin Kok Yuen Canada.
Enquiries: WhatsApp +1 (604) 255 6337 or [[email protected]]
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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) June 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM-12PM
Location: 2495 Victoria Dr. Vancouver, B.C. Canada V5N 4L1 |
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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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Words of Compassion and Wisdom
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90th anniversary Celebration of Tung Lin Kok Yuen |
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Let’s revisit wonderful moments from the 90th anniversary celebration of Tung Lin Kok Yuen, reflecting a journey of Dharma sharing and compassionate service, and the continuing legacy of transmission and growth. |
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The Teachings of Vesak |
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SFU's independent student newspaper interviewed our CEO Ernest on the teachings of Vesak.
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Buddha's Birthday Celebration Assembly & Open Days 2026 |
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The Buddha’s Birthday Open Day was a great success, welcoming nearly 400 participants in a warm and joyful atmosphere.
The program combined art and Buddhist elements through mindfulness painting, calligraphy, sutra copying, Zen-inspired creativity, Dharma bookmark drawing, board games, and interactive activities, offering an accessible introduction to Buddhist teachings.
Quiet crafts such as paper lotus making and weaving also provided space for reflection and inner calm. Overall, the event presented Buddhism in a lively and engaging way, inspiring mindfulness and appreciation among participants.
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Buddha's Birthday Celebration Assembly |
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The Buddha’s Birthday Bathing Ceremony was concluded in a solemn and joyful atmosphere, with many participants offering flowers and bathing the Buddha in reverence. Through this auspicious practice, participants reflected on the teachings, purified the mind, and cultivated merit and wholesome intentions.
We rejoice in the participation of all, and wish that Dharma joy and blessings continue to grow.
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Monthly Meditation Practice |
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On May 16, the Society held its “Monthly Meditation,” with Venerable Wai Leung leading a two-hour meditation session. Participants were guided to turn inward, cultivate mindfulness and focus, and bring calm awareness into daily life, fostering a sense of inner stability and harmony.
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LCSG 26 – Leadership Series Class 4 |
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In the LCSG, Session 4 was led by Christian Mayhofer on “About the Ongoing Becoming,” exploring the difference between “What happened to you?” and “What happened for you?” as a pathway to personal growth and transformation.
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SOWING SEEDS IN YOUR MIND 2026 |
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The “Cultivating the Mind” program has reached its fourth session. Under the instructor’s guidance, participants are beginning to enjoy good harvest of their hard work, filled with joy and appreciation.
The course highlights the harmony of natural conditions such as sunlight, water, soil, microorganisms, and insects, reflecting the Buddhist teaching of dependent origination. Through caring for plants with mindfulness and compassion, participants cultivate both the garden and their inner growth. |
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Interest Courses |
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The Society offers a variety of interest classes that integrate traditional culture with mind–body practice, including calligraphy, floral art, handicrafts, and Tai Chi. Through focused practice and breath coordination, participants are guided to slow down their pace of life, allowing the mind to settle and the body and emotions to gently relax in a calm and comfortable atmosphere.
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Spiritual Health National Conference |
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Our Society participated in the national conference of the Canadian Association of Spiritual Care on April 26-28 in Ottawa. During the conference, we showcased our Buddhist spiritual care services and our recent initiatives in collaboration with the Provincial Health Services Authority, Emmanuel College of Victoria University in the University of Toronto, Sumeru Book.
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Ch'an & Chat @ UBC |
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We held the monthly meet-ups for the UBC participants from the university community on May 30 via Zoom. |
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Buddhistdoor Global (BDG)
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Euthanasia: A Pure Land Buddhist Perspective |
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Remember meaning of life and the law of karma, think of repentance, and embrace all of life’s hardships with grace with Amitabha in mind. |
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Buddhistdoor Global (BDG) |
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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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