Buddhist Country Retreat ~ The Healing Power of Compassion

Schedule

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sun, 05 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

KMC Canada, 631 Crawford Street, Toronto | Toronto, ON

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Easter Weekend 2026
About this Event

With 3 Senior Kadampa Teachers:


Gen Kelsang Chodor

National Spiritual Director for Canada (Toronto)

Gen Kelsang Kunden

Resident Teacher at Avalokiteshvara Kadampa Buddhist Centre (Guelph)

Gen Kelsang Rabgye

Resident Teacher at Samudra Kadampa Buddhist Centre (Hamilton)



The Purpose Of This Retreat

Take the time to stop, relax and heal.

Join this Easter weekend country retreat to enjoy the very essence of your life. Compassion is the mind that transforms into the enlightened mind of a Buddha. Experienced Buddhist Teachers will guide you to develop your compassion and help you heal your mind. The healing that comes from compassion benefits ourself and all living beings.

No previous experience of meditation is required.

Everyone welcome!

Fees

10% Early bird discount if booked by 28th February
While the actual retreat begins on Friday morning, you have the option to arrive on Thursday afternoon.

OPTION 1: Arrive Thursday, April 2 (from 3pm): Includes all sessions plus accommodation for 3 nights and 8 meals from supper on Thursday to breakfast on Sunday. Retreat ends on Sunday, April 5 at 11am.

Single room (A single room with shared bathroom. Price is for 1 person) : $800

Standard Double Room (2 twin beds with shared bathroom. Price is for 2 people) : $1290

OPTION 2: Arrive Friday, April 3 (between 8:30 and 9:30am): Includes all sessions plus accommodation for 2 nights and 6 meals from lunch on Friday to breakfast on Sunday. Retreat ends on Sunday, April 5 at 11am.

Single room (A single room with shared bathroom. Price is for 1 person) : $650

Standard Double Room (2 twin beds with shared bathroom. Price is for 2 people) : $1050

Quad (A room with 4 bunk beds with shared bathroom. Price is for 1 person) : $450

For ALL the above booking options, please go to website at

Bookings can be made through Eventbrite for commuters only, i.e. without accommodation.

(including refund policy)


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KMC Canada, 631 Crawford Street, Toronto, Canada

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