Last updated: May 05, 2008
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Tuesday Evenings
7:00-8:30 pm

Buddhist Thought and Meditation
Basic Buddhist teachings, meditations and practice, with suggestions on how to integrate Buddha’s advice into daily life and activities.

Tuesdays and Thursdays
12:15-1:00 pm

Noon Hour Meditations
Simple and relaxing guided meditations to quiet busy minds. Break from your hectic world and treat yourself to some peace of mind. No meditation ­experience needed.

Wednesday Evenings
6:00-10:00 pm

The Foundation Program
These classes enable students to deepen their understanding and experience of Buddhism through the systematic study of six essential Buddhist texts. Pre-registration is required.

Sunday Mornings
10:00-11:30 am

Prayers for World Peace
World peace starts in the heart, where every living being carries seeds of lasting inner peace and happiness. By cultivating these potentials, we create the harmony we long for, in our lives and in our world. Clear teachings, meditations and prayers. Everyone is welcome.

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The Joyful Land Buddhist Centre is a member of the International Kadampa Buddhist Union. We are located in central Ottawa on Somerset Street. Established in 1996 under the direction of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, our Centre has a beautiful meditation room, a small bookstore and giftshop and a quiet reading room.
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