Our Shambhala Neighbours
There are a number of nearby centres:
– Montreal Shambhala Centre
– Toronto Shambhala Centre
– Mississauga Shambhala Centre
– Karme Chöling Shambhala Retreat Center near Barnet, Vermont.
For a full list of Central Canada programs you can go here or see below.
Where to Buy Cushions
There are often questions about where to get the cushions we have at the centre. We are unaware of anyone in Ottawa who sells them, but if you know of someone, please contact us.
The cushions are made by Samadhi Cushions in Barnet, Vermont and you can order directly from them.
They are also available from Drala Books and Gifts in Halifax who will ship them.
Programs for Central Canada USA Region
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Basic Goodness 2: How Can I Help ? The Basic Goodness of Society
with David Fowler & Don Adams
May 30th—July 4th
This course explores our relationships with others, an aspiration to help our world, and specific aspects of social transformation. We look at a Shambhala understanding of society, and what enlightened society may be. Continue »
Centre Shambhala de Montréal
Contentment in Everyday Life
with Mahamane Kanouté
June 1st—June 29th - Date postponed or cancelled
Public Program. Five Thursday Evenings. Continue »
Mississauga Shambhala Centre
Lojong: Training in Compassion and Wisdom
with Bob Hollett
June 6th—July 11th
Atisha’s famed slogans are still relevant today in teaching us to use our difficulties and problems to awaken our hearts, rather than seeing the unwanted aspects of life as obstacles, Continue »
Toronto Shambhala Center
Poetry and Stories with Stanley Fefferman
June 28th
Poet and longtime student of Shambhala, Stanley Fefferman will join us for a poetry reading, stories and discussion about his experiences with both Sakyongs. Continue »
Toronto Shambhala Center
Learn to Meditate
July 1st—December 2nd
This half-day program introduces beginners, and those wanting a refresher, to the practice of meditation. Continue »
Toronto Shambhala Center
Sunday Morning Breakfast and Meditation
July 2nd—December 3rd
Join us Sunday morning for a light breakfast and opportunity to deepen your meditation practice. Everyone welcome. Continue »
Toronto Shambhala Center
The Art of Being Human: Shambhala Training I
with Shastri Jil Amadio
July 8th
The Art of Being Human is the first in the series of Shambhala Training weekends and the first program in the Way of Shambhala curriculum. Open to all. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Heart of Recovery
July 8th
The Heart of Recovery is held every second Saturday of the month and is a meeting focused on sharing support while bringing together contemplative practice and a commitment to recovery to addictions and addictive behaviour. Continue »
Toronto Shambhala Center
Silent Letters: Meditation and Western Calligraphy
with Donald Eckler
July 9th
In calligraphy, the simple act of putting ink on paper can be a direct way to see our mind--our fear, hesitation, joy, and appreciation. Our state of mind manifests on the page as we move the pen in our hand. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Shambhala Sadhana Practice
July 9th
A monthly opportunity to practice the Shambhala Sadhana and sometimes listen to a talk from Shambhala Online. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Video Nights: The Science of Meditation
July 11th—August 8th
Each video is from the Science of Meditation Summit held in 2016 by the Shambhala Mountain Center. Featuring: Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche; Dr. Rick Hanson; Dr. Matthieu Ricard; Dr. Dan Siegel; Ven. Thubten Chodron; Gaylon Ferguson and many others. Continue »
Toronto Shambhala Center
The Way of Flowers: Miksang Contemplative Photography and Georgia O'Keeffe
with John McQuade
July 22nd—July 23rd
* NEW DATE * A Miksang contemplative photography workshop on photographing flowers, along with a look at the painting of Georgia O'Keeffe. Everyone welcome. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Nature Mirrored Within
with Mark Frutkin & Hilary Samuel
July 23rd
This event is held outdoors. Starting with a short sitting meditation, we then move into a guided walk to encounter nature’s elements mirrored within us. A mix of contemplation, meditation and discussion. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Proclaiming Humanity's Goodness: Shambhala Meditation
with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche
August 5th—August 6th
Shambhala Meditation is a practice that brings us home to the simplicity and wisdom of our human experience. It is a proclamation of humanity's goodness that helps us learn to work with our lives and embody the courage the world is calling for. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Shambhala Sadhana Practice
August 7th
A monthly opportunity to practice the Shambhala Sadhana and sometimes listen to a talk from Shambhala Online. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Basic Goodness 3: What Is Real? The Basic Goodness of Reality
with Suzanne Schecter Côté
August 10th—September 14th
This course emphasizes some of the core Buddhist teachings and is oriented towards the experience of sacred world, the magic and wonder of the natural elements. Continue »
Mississauga Shambhala Centre
One Week City Retreat: Gentleness is the Best Whip
with Donald Eckler
August 12th—August 18th
An opportunity to experience a retreat without having to travel out of town. It is a powerful deepening of mindfulness-awareness meditation that transforms how we relate to ourselves and everyday life. Continue »
Ottawa Shambhala Centre
Heart of Recovery
August 12th
The Heart of Recovery is held every second Saturday of the month and is a meeting focused on sharing support while bringing together contemplative practice and a commitment to recovery to addictions and addictive behaviour. Continue »
Toronto Shambhala Center
Meditation in Everyday Life: Sunday Evenings
August 20th—September 17th
Join us for this five-week, Sunday evening course introducing meditation and how we can apply it in our everyday life. Everyone welcome. Continue »
