The "Sigālovāda Sutta" discusses how lay bodhisattvas practice virtuous conduct for personal growth and the benefits of all beings. This involves avoiding harmful actions and cultivating merits, leading to inner purification and moral conducts from the heart.

The precepts are the foundation of liberation, hence named Pratimokṣa. For newly inspired followers, how can they uphold the Five Precepts in their daily life? Upholding the intention of observing precepts is akin to abiding by moral principles. Just as when driving on the road, smooth passage is achieved by adhering to the traffic rules.

Buddhist fundamental principle focuses on cultivating virtuous actions and the spirit of observing precepts. This naturally brings forth great freedom and is indeed the foundation of liberation.

Not Killing - Abandoning is killing.
Cultivate the virtue of compassion and uphold the spirit of protecting all beings. Abstaining from the abandonment of beings upholds the virtue of not killing.
Not Stealing - Taking pleasure is stealing.
Observe the contact between the mind and objects; it may even begin with taking pleasure. When the seeds of attachment and desire arise, stealing tendencies emerge. Abstaining from grasping and desire upholds the virtue of not stealing.
Not Committing Adultery - Mind being bewildered is adultery.
Adultery isn't solely about sexual misconduct. Allowing oneself to be consumed by various worldly matters, mind being scattered and bewildered, is a form of adultery. Keeping a clear mind upholds the virtue of not committing adultery.
Not Speaking Falsely - Being impure is falsehood.
Engaging in unrestrained and arbitrary behavior without consideration for others is unethical. Adhering to pure conduct and walking the path according to the Dharma upholds the virtue of not speaking falsely.
Not Consuming Intoxicants - Misguiding is intoxicant.
Allowing others' persuasion to lead to irrational judgments and interpretations is akin to being intoxicated, leading to incorrect assessments. Abstaining from succumbing to others' persuasion upholds the virtue of not consuming intoxicants.

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2 & 16 September
In September, TLKYCS will hold a wellbeing seminar titled "Mind-Body and Internal-External Wellbeing Awareness." Venerable Chibun will kindly provide the lecture, combining traditional Chinese medicine theory with Buddhist practices to elucidate the various health preservation methods in different seasons.

9 September (Saturday)
TLKYCS will be hosting the "Draw My Heart: Mid-autumn Festival Lantern Workshop" in September. We respectfully invite Venerable Chi Bun to lead us in making traditional lantern to celebrate Mid-autumn festival together.

Briefing Session: 20 Sep
Date: 25 Oct, 1 & 8 Nov
Time: 6-7 p.m. Eastern Time
Organizers: Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society & Canadian Association of Spiritual Care (CASC)
Through three online sessions, we aim 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 21 July to 13 November
Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY
The "Tree & Serpent: Early Buddhist Art in India, 200 BCE–400 CE" exhibition, sponsored by The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Global, will display 140+ objects, such as stone reliefs, reliquaries, and jewelry, narrating the origins of Buddhist art in India and delving into important themes of this transformative era in Indian art.

Villa Cathay Care Home announced the naming of its West Pavilion as “Lin Kok Pavilion” in appreciation of the generous $1 million donation from the Society. The donation empowers Villa Cathay in developing transformative programs that elevate the care experience for seniors, enabling residents to have increased access to Social Work and personalized Recreation Therapy, and achieving a higher quality of life and overall well-being.
On August 15, Honorary Chairman Mr. Robert H.N. Ho, Mrs. Greta Ho, Vice Chairman Dr. Benjamin Yeung, and other Board Directors of the Society visited Villa Cathay and met with Chair of the Board Mr. Kuo Wong, other Board members, and Executive Director of Villa Cathay.

From 18 to 20 August, TLKYCS held the Ullambana Assembly. Through this meritorious act, we dedicated the merits to the enrichment of the blessings of our parents, the transcendence of our past seven generations of parents, the ascension of our six close relatives, and the liberation from the sufferings of the Three Realms.

On 19 August, TLKYCS held the "Photo contest" award ceremony and the graduation ceremony for the "Sowing seeds in your mind" session one gardening course. We are honored to have Venerable Tak Ching present the graduation certificates and competition awards.

On 5, 12 and 26 August, TLKYCS held the "Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva Keychain Workshop". We respectfully invite Venerable Chi Bun to lead us in making Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva keychain, including tassels, cross-stitch, crochet and other traditional crafts, one stitch at a time, crocheting the thoughts of filial piety.

On 12 and 26 August, the "Sowing Seeds in Your Mind" course instructor led students in learning the basics of planting and hands-on soil interaction. They practiced sowing seeds and nurturing seedlings while cultivating mindfulness, enhancing their awareness of the connections between body, mind, and nature during the planting process.

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 (generous donation) are fulfilled with blessing. Those who support are of immeasurable merits.
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2495 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, B.C., Canada V5N 4L1
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