The Victoria Shambhala Meditation Centre is part of an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centres founded in 1973 by Tibetan meditation master Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, and now led by his son, Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche.

The vision of the Shambhala lineage is based on the wisdom and compassion of the meditation tradition. It proclaims that our lives are workable and even wonderful. Through the path of meditation we can touch our inherent sanity and by sharing that with others we can create an enlightened society.

Open House

Open House is a great entry point for newcomers and suitable for meditation students at all levels of experience. It offers a friendly introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community. Everyone is welcome, and participation is free of charge. Please join us on Wednesday evenings at 6:45 PM.

Public Meditation Practice

Tuesdays at 7:00 PM

New and experienced practitioners are invited to join us on Tuesday evenings for an hour of our core practice, the sitting and walking practice of meditation. This meditation session is offered free of charge.

On some Tuesdays there will be other events following the hour of meditation. Please check the calendar to see what might be available.

Saturday Morning Meditation

9:00 am to noon
Please join us in the Shambhala community’s core practice - Mindfulness / Awareness Meditation - in both sitting and walking forms. The sessions start and end with chants and, occasionally, include short contemplations. Participants do not need to attend the full session: they may start later in the morning if they want, and may leave at any time.

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The Victoria Shambhala Meditation Centre is located at the corner of Belmont Ave. and Pembroke St.
(in the former United Church building).

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