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Gaden Samten Ling's Alberta Centre for Peace and Meditation

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Gaden Samten Ling's Alberta Centre for Peace and Meditation

We encourage individuals to develop compassion and loving kindness through instruction, study and practice of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy and meditation.

Get involved: https://linktr.ee/abcentreforpeaceandmeditation For a detailed listing of our upcoming events, visit:
https://www.gsl-ab.ca/category/announcements/

05/19/2026

Welcoming all to join us for a creative and meaningful afternoon at our upcoming Paint Party Fundraiser in support of Gaden Samten Ling.

This beloved workshop tends to sell out quickly and space is limited, so we encourage you to register early to secure your spot.

Guided by talented local artist and painting teacher Audrey Stuckey, you will be led through a relaxing step-by-step painting session designed for all experience levels. Whether you are a beginner or experienced painter, this event offers a joyful opportunity to slow down, connect, and create in community.

🖌️ 🎨 WHAT TO EXPECT:
• A guided step-by-step painting session led by Audrey Stuckey
• All painting supplies provided
• Delicious snacks and beverages to fuel your creativity
• A warm and welcoming community atmosphere

Your participation in this artistic fundraiser not only offers a delightful and inspiring painting experience, but also supports the meaningful work of Gaden Samten Ling, a Tibetan Buddhist non-profit organization dedicated to promoting peace, compassion, and community in Edmonton.

Let your brush strokes become a reflection of generosity, kindness, and connection as we come together in support of a meaningful cause.

We look forward to spending this creative afternoon with you!

Please register at www.gsl-ab.ca

05/16/2026

On the sacred day of Sagadawa Düchen (May 31st 2026) we have the opportunity to turn compassion into direct action.

Kushok has shared that due to the blessings of Buddha Shakyamuni’s practice, the karmic results of our actions on this day are multiplied 10,000,000 times. It is a rare and precious opportunity to engage in virtue, deepen our practice, and extend care to others.

This year, our community is coming together with the goal of preparing and offering 600 burgers to members of the community experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable struggles.

Kushok and Geshe La will be joining us in cooking, and we invite any members and friends who feel called to support this offering to join us in the spirit of generosity and service.

We are currently seeking: • Volunteers to help prepare, cook, serve, and clean up • Donations to help us reach our goal • Community support in spreading the word

In Buddhism, even the smallest act of kindness carries immense benefit. A meal, a smile, a helping hand — these moments matter deeply.

If you are available, we welcome you to join us at the temple anytime between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM on Sunday, May 31st.

Please visit our website for information on Mahayana Sojong Vows and Guru Puja events also happening on this day.

🍔 Goal: 600 burgers cooked and distributed  🤲 Volunteers & donations deeply appreciated

If you feel called to help, please sign up through the volunteer link on our website: www.gsl-ab.ca

You may also donate to our “feeding the community fund” found on our website along with more information about this event.

If you have any questions please contact our office at
info@gsl-ab.ca

May this offering benefit all beings. 🙏

05/04/2026

As we integrate the quiet beauty of our time at Clearwater Retreat 2026, we are filled with deep gratitude and appreciation for such a meaningful weekend together.

To be guided by our precious teacher, Kushok Lobsang Dhamchöe, is a profound gift felt by us all. His presence carries a steady compassion that meets each of us where we are.

Through Kushok’s teachings, and through the practices of sitting/walking meditation, returning to awareness, and even the simple moments of shared laughter and joy, something soft and heart opening is awakened within us.

Kushok’s words land quietly, yet deeply, in both our minds and hearts. We are eternally grateful to have the opportunity to be here with him.

We are so grateful for our beautiful Sangha, both new and familiar faces who came from near and far to gather in practice. The care, sincerity, and quiet support offered by each person created a truly special and meaningful retreat.

These photos are a reflection of that same energy within our community. A collective offering, captured through many perspectives, holding the moments we shared together. Thank you to all who contributed these beautiful photographs.

With heartfelt thanks and immense gratitude to Sanctum Retreat Centre for their warm hospitality, nourishing meals, peaceful accommodations, and the sacredness of the land that held us so well.

A sincere thank you as well to the organizers whose care and dedication made this gathering possible. Your hard work and devotion to the society is deeply appreciated and does not go unnoticed.

We leave feeling inspired, more connected, more present, and more grounded in what truly matters. We dedicate the positivity, the profound teachings, and the loving energy cultivated over the weekend to extend outward for the benefit of all beings. 🙏🏻♥️

We look forward to gathering again next year.

05/04/2026

Clearwater 2026 ♥️🙏🏻

May all beings have happiness and the causes of happiness

May all beings be free from suffering and the causes of suffering

May all beings never be separated from the happiness that knows no suffering

May all beings abide in equanimity, free from attachment and aversion that hold some close and others distant.

Om Mani Padme Hum ♥️🙏🏻

04/07/2026

Spiritual Director Kushok Lobsang Dhamchöe welcomes new and returning students to join him for a four-week Buddhist philosophy course that begins The Great Scope, from the Liberation in the Palm of Your Hand series.

In this series, we explore the profound book Liberation in the Palm of Your Hand by the renowned master Pabongka Rinpoche. This text acts like a road map for the mind, condensing the vast wisdom of the Buddha into a clear, step-by-step path known as the Lam Rim, Stages to the Path of Enlightenment. Drawing from the teachings of great masters like Atisha and Je Tsongkhapa, Pabongka Rinpoche illuminates an unbroken lineage of wisdom that traces back to the Buddha himself. Following the Gelug tradition, the same lineage as His Holiness the Dalai Lama we invite you to discover how these timeless instructions can bring lasting peace and happiness to your life.

Register at www.gsl-ab.ca

04/03/2026

We are pleased to invite you to join us for Meditation and Muffins on April 26, 2026 for a gentle morning gathering offered at Gaden Samten Ling. This community event provides an opportunity to come together in shared practice, reflection, and connection.

Meditation and Muffins is a relaxed and welcoming event designed to support both individual practice and community connection. Whether you are new to meditation, feeling curious, or a familiar face within our sangha, all are warmly welcome.

Register at: www.gsl-ab.ca

04/02/2026

Kushok often reminds us that the problems we encounter in our daily lives are our greatest teachers. Each challenge offers us an opportunity to practice compassion, patience, and loving kindness, while deepening our wisdom in how we meet what arises.

Without problems, there is no opportunity to gain wisdom through experience.

When we begin to view our suffering in this way, it can gently transform how we relate to difficulties, how we respond to them, and how we move through adversity in the world. 🙏

04/01/2026

Join us for an incredible evening of connection and inspiration with Spiritual Director Kushok Lobsang Dhamchöe at our Dinner and a Movie Fundraiser! Join us on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Gaden Samten Ling’s Alberta Centre for Peace and Meditation.

This event is not just an ordinary gathering, it’s a heartwarming opportunity to immerse yourself in the company of Kushok, Geshe-la and fellow society members. As if that isn’t enticing enough, indulge in a mouthwatering feast prepared by the talented Geshe Labsum, our very own culinary chef!

Dinner (6 pm) - Menu options include:

-Vegetarian Chow Mein
-Vegetarian Fired Rice
-Beef Curry
-Chicken Curry
-Aloo Gobi
-Dal Makhani
-Bok Choy
-Desserts

Movie (7:30 pm) - The Dalia Lama - Scientist

After satisfying your taste buds, join us in our sacred shrine room around 7:30 pm to enjoy a screening of the incredible documentary The Dalia Lama - Scientist. An uplifting and optimistic documentary about the Dalai Lama's meetings with scientists from around the world to find commonalities among Buddhist science and western science to promote health, understanding and compassion for all.

Don’t miss this unique gathering that promises us to bring questions on the nature of the mind, tantalize your senses, and leave you with memories to cherish. RSVP by registering now and be part of this wonderful evening at our Dinner and a Movie Fundraiser.

Visit www.gsl-ab.ca

Address

11403-101 Street NW
Edmonton, AB
T5G2A9

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 2pm
Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	10am - 2pm
Thursday	10am - 2pm
Friday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

+17804790014

Website

http://www.gsl-ab.ca/

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