A Theravada monastery in the Toronto area that welcomes visitors daily. This guide is compiled from the place's own published information; we have not visited, and it is not a review.
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The place
The Buddha Meditation Centre of Greater Toronto, part of the Mahamevnawa order, lists programmes in English and Sinhala. Its site says visitors are welcome at the stupa any day from 5 am to 9 pm with no appointment needed, and tells readers to check the monastery calendar for updates and cancellations.
What it offers
- Classes, a mindfulness programme and day-long meditation retreats.
- A Meditate with a Monk session.
- A lending library, pastoral care and school and university visits.
- A What to Expect page for first-time visitors.
Before you go
- Read what Theravada Buddhism is and temple etiquette.
- See the Canada directory.
- Check the calendar on mahamevnawa.ca.
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