加拿大東蓮覺苑創立於1994年，由何鴻毅居士 CM, OBC 發心興建，以延續其祖母張蓮覺居士的弘法願力。蓮覺居士是香港近代佛教的重要推動者，早於1935年在鬧市中創建東蓮覺苑、義學與學佛社，開啟都市弘法之先河。其弘願超越地域與時代，後延至北美，在加拿大開展新一頁佛教弘傳。

本苑選址於溫哥華市區，秉承「走出山林、步入都市」的理念，既承傳漢傳佛教精神，又融入多元文化環境，成為一處弘法與社會連結的道場。

本苑除舉辦定期法會共修、佛學講座，也積極推動教育與慈善事業，使佛法的悲智精神在當代社會中具體實踐，並於生活中落實。 今日的導賞，將引領你從佛殿到祖先堂、在佛教裝嚴與文物字畫中，循序體會本苑空間的設計與文化內容，體會信仰傳承的背景與精神。你所見的，不僅是佛教建築與藝術呈現，更是本苑弘法歷程與願力實踐的實相展現。讓我們一起放慢脚步，以一份寧静和安住的心，隨著我的音聲為你導航。

Founded in 1994, Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society was established by Mr. Robert HN Ho, CM, OBC, who carried forward the noble aspirations of his grandmother, Lady Clara Cheung Lin Kok, to spread the Buddhist teachings and practices. A pivotal figure in modern Hong Kong Buddhism, Lady Clara founded Tung Lin Kok Yuen in the urban area in Hong Kong in 1935, alongside a free girl school and a Buddhist society, pioneering teaching and practice of Buddhism in the city. Her vision transcended time and borders, blossoming anew in North America through this Canadian temple.

Located in the urban heart of Greater Vancouver, the temple embodies the vision of  leaving the forest and engaging with city. It upholds the spirit of Chinese Mahayana Buddhism while embracing a multicultural environment, serving as a vibrant hub for spiritual practice and community connection.

Beyond regular Buddhist assemblies and lectures, the Society actively promotes education and philanthropy, bringing the compassion and wisdom of the Dharma to contemporary society and weaving its teachings into everyday practice.

Today’s guided journey invites you to explore the Society from the Buddha Hall to the Ancestral Hall, and from sacred objects to elegant artifacts. Step by step, you’ll discover the thoughtful design of its spaces, the richness of its cultural heritage, and the enduring legacy of faith.

What you see is more than architecture and art—it is a living reflection of the temple’s mission to share the Dharma and its compassionate vision. Let us enjoy each step slowly, following this guided tour with ease and peace.