In the "Sigālovāda Sutta", "skilfulness" is stable and tranquil. It is the practice of purification benefiting oneself and others in this life and next. There are three aspects of a "skilful" life: being "detached" from wrongful realms guides us away from unskilful path, "practising" skilful means leads us to purification, and "preserving" a pure mind serves as the basis of compassion.
-- "Sigālovāda Sutta" Lecture 1 "Know a Good Life Well"

4 May (Thur) 10:00 - 12:00 Chanting the Medicine Buddha Sutra
7 May (Sun) 10:00 - 12:00 Chanting the Samantabhadra Bodhisattva Sutra
14 May (Sun) 10:00 - 12:00 Chanting the Samantabhadra Bodhisattva Sutra
19 May (Fri) 10:00 - 12:00 Chanting the Medicine Buddha Sutra
21 May (Sun) 9:30 - 12:00 Buddha's Birthday Assembly
21 May (Sun) 14:00 - 15:00 "Calm, Relax, Compassion" Practice
26 May (Fri) 14:00 - 15:00 "Calm, Relax, Compassion" Practice
28 May (Sun) 10:00 - 12:00 Chanting Great Compassion Mantra
* The date and content are subject to change, please contact us for the latest information.

Pre-cerebration assembly:
21 May (Sun) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Bathing the Buddha & open days:
21 May (Sun) 1:00 - 4:00 PM
26 May (Fri) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
When "bathing" the Buddha, we pay respect while purifying our mind. We aspire to follow his teachings and wish his compassion will shine through the world. In addition, the Society will also organize open days with guided tours, booth activities, and experiential practice. Let's celebrate the Buddha's birthday together!

Briefing Session: 13 May (SAT)
Zoom online course:
10, 17 & 24 June (SAT) 9:30-10:30 PST
Through three online sessions, we will explore some key themes with lectures, mindfulness practice, and group discussions. By exploring the relationship between mindfulness and our body and mind, this course aims to create time and space for mindfulness and strengthen our ability to develop resources to cope with difficulties. With a clear and compassionate heart, we can genuinely care for important people and matters in daily life.

From April to October
A gardening course is organized by the Society. With an experienced farmer as instructor, students are invited to immerse their body and mind into nature. Students can also extend the five mindfulness training of Buddhism to our moral relationship with ecology, nurture a sense of gratitude, and understand the wisdom of dependent arising.

From 31 March to 7 April, the Society held the "Ching Ming Emperor Liang Treasure of Repentance Assembly" and the "Yogacara Offering" ritual. The assembly was held to show respect to our ancestors, and dedicate the merits to our parents, as well as the good rebirth and liberation of parents and relatives in the past.

On 9 April, TLKYCS held a graduation ceremony of the "Vimalakirti and Srimala Course" and "Introduction to Mindfulness Class," as well as the recognition ceremony of the "Cloud Gathering Program". The venerables reiterated the aim of the course, being the cultivating of Buddhist knowledge and practice. The "Cloud Gathering Program" aims to cultivate knowledge and wisdom, encourage everyone to integrate the teachings into daily life.

On the Earth Day (22 April), students of our gardening course, "Sowing Seeds in Your Mind", began the first session. The instructor guided them to connect with the soil, sow the seeds, and plant the seedlings--in the soil and in their mind. Students had a great experience being with the nature and their senses!

TLKYCS held a photo contest on 22 and 29 April. Participants learnt more about the religious significance, cultural and architectural features of the Society by joining a guided tour and taking great photos. To share our values and connect with the communities, entries will also be exhibited to the public.

The national conference of Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC) was held in B.C. during 23-25 April. The Society was one of the major sponsors. At the conference, the Society shared with participants our vision and values. We also took the opportunity to introduce our community service initiatives with the spiritual health practitioners. Our representatives hosted two workshops on the application of mindfulness in the medical and spiritual care fields, respectively.

On 16, 23, and 30 April, the Society held the "Guided Study of Pure Land Sutras". Ven. Chi Ng gave a teaching on the "Chapter on the Perfect and Penetrating Mindfulness of the Buddha by Mahāsthāmaprāpta Bodhisattva". "Perfection" is harmonious and unimpeded, while "Penetrating" is thorough understanding. When both are achieved, one's mindfulness of the Buddha could lead to the path of enlightenment.

Graduates of the "Vimalakirti and Srimala Course" gathered regularly to practice the "Five Assembles Reciting the Buddha's Name" and "writing heart sutra". By reciting the Buddha's name, we are drawn closer to the Buddha's compassion and wisdom.

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.

Those who offer dana (practice of generosity) are fulfilled with blessing. Those who support a temple cultivate 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: HSBC Bank Canada
885 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6C 3G1
Account holder: "Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society"
Account number:
CAD Currency: 020-602642-080
USD Currency: 020-602642-241
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2495 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, B.C., Canada V5N 4L1
Tel: +1 (604) 255 6337

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