Meditation and Modern Buddhism in Guelph

Meditation and Modern Buddhism in Guelph Avalokiteshvara Kadampa Buddhist Centre is located in downtown Guelph and offeri in-person classes , We are located at 143 Wyndham St N Suite 203.

We are a modern Kadampa Buddhist Centre offering simple, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace. Classes consists of two guided meditations and a teaching to help us solve our daily problems, let go of negative minds and find happiness from within our own mind. Even though classes are presented in the form of series, each class is self-contained and therefore can be attended individually or as a series. No pre-registration required. - See more at: www.akbc.ca/guelph

Remember in these turbulent times that all of us are drowning in samsara's suffering. Delusions such as anger are the en...
01/29/2026

Remember in these turbulent times that all of us are drowning in samsara's suffering. Delusions such as anger are the enemy. We can make real change with love and compassion, and by practicing bodhichitta.

The meditation practice of Buddha Amitayus is a profound and effective method for improving our energy, life force and w...
01/26/2026

The meditation practice of Buddha Amitayus is a profound and effective method for improving our energy, life force and wisdom. With a long life, we can complete our spiritual path in this very life. We can also engage in this special practice on behalf others when they are sick or in danger of dying.

Although this is an in-depth Buddhist practice, it is suitable to everyone. No prior experience of Buddhism or meditation is required. Everyone is welcome!

$30 or free for members.
In person only.

Mid-day lunchtime is time to take a break and what better way to relax that to engage in some meditation? Join us for ef...
01/22/2026

Mid-day lunchtime is time to take a break and what better way to relax that to engage in some meditation? Join us for effective and powerful breathing meditation and meaningful contemplations that will reduce anxiety, worry and inner tension.

Each class consists of a 15-minute guided meditation and a short teaching. This winter’s teachings are based on the book How to Solve Our Human Problems, Buddhist practices to overcome painful feelings with positive and peaceful minds. Through putting these teachings into practice we can enjoy the immense benefits of the powerful practice of patience.

$5 per class, free for members.
Drop-in online or in person at AKBC Guelph

Buddha's teachings have practical solutions for controlling your mind and attaining lasting peace and happiness. Learn m...
01/19/2026

Buddha's teachings have practical solutions for controlling your mind and attaining lasting peace and happiness. Learn more by attending a class at AKBC Guelph, offered in person and online.
www.akbc.ca

01/15/2026

THERE IS NO CLASS IN GEORGETOWN TONIGHT (JANUARY 15) DUE TO THE SNOW. SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

The course consists of 3 sessions with simple guided meditations, and a brief teaching in each session. Refreshments are...
01/15/2026

The course consists of 3 sessions with simple guided meditations, and a brief teaching in each session. Refreshments are available between meditation sessions. At the end of the course, there is time for Q&A and discussion. Other than the Q & A, we ask all attendees to observe silence throughout the course.

No experience necessary. Everyone welcome.
$25 including refreshments, free for members.

Buddha's wisdom offers guidance in these troubling times. If you are looking for inspiring solutions and peace of mind, ...
01/12/2026

Buddha's wisdom offers guidance in these troubling times. If you are looking for inspiring solutions and peace of mind, check out a class at AKBC Guelph for practical methods to bring world peace.

AKBC Guelph offers meditation classes, in-depth study programs, chanted prayers, courses and retreats, offered in-person...
01/06/2026

AKBC Guelph offers meditation classes, in-depth study programs, chanted prayers, courses and retreats, offered in-person and online. Our classes are open to everyone, regardless of background or previous experience.

Sunday Meditation - 2 pm, Guelph and online
Foundation Program - 6:45 pm Mondays, Guelph and online
Lunchtime Meditation - 12:15 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, Guelph and online
Buddhism for Beginners - 7 pm Tuesdays, Guelph and online
Kitchener Meditation - 7 pm Tuesdays
Wednesday Meditation - 7 pm, Guelph and online
Georgetown Meditation - 7 pm Thursdays

Through applying meditation and through contemplating the ancient wisdom of Buddha, Kadampa Buddhism offers a method for everyone to establish inner peace in modern busy lives. Learn more at www.akbc.ca

Zombie-scrolling, doom-scrolling and just continually picking up our phone, is our new digital bad habit. In this digita...
01/03/2026

Zombie-scrolling, doom-scrolling and just continually picking up our phone, is our new digital bad habit. In this digital world, maintaining focus and inner peace requires more than just good intentions...it demands trained willpower.

In this 6-week series of classes, we will experience how Buddhist teachings on intention, mindfulness, and joyful effort can help us navigate digital temptations and cultivate concentration, focus and inner peace while engaging with the world around us, not the device in our hand.

Whether you’re looking to reduce screen time, reclaim your focus, or deepen your spiritual practice, these classes offer practical tools from Buddha’s teachings to develop concentration and inner peace in the digital age.

AKBC Guelph, Sundays 2:00 - 3:15 pm and Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:15 pm. $15 drop in, $48 for 4 classes, free for members.

When external situations feel unsettling and challenging it is essential to establish inner protection. With this inner ...
12/31/2025

When external situations feel unsettling and challenging it is essential to establish inner protection. With this inner protection we are empowered to maintain our inner peace; our wisdom and good heart, in all difficult situations.

We create this inner protection through the practice of going for refuge to the Three Jewels: Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. In this retreat, through talks, guided meditation, and discussion, we will discover how to apply this rich and wonderful practice to our own lives.

Each session will include a teaching, chanted prayers and a guided meditation. No previous experience of meditation or Buddhism is needed. Everyone is welcome! $60 for the entire retreat or $20 per day. Free for members.

Teaching and meditation Dec 31, 7:00 - 8:15 pmRefreshments to follow. $15, free for members.Join us for an alternative c...
12/30/2025

Teaching and meditation Dec 31, 7:00 - 8:15 pm
Refreshments to follow. $15, free for members.

Join us for an alternative celebration to bring in the new year with meditations and contemplations on world peace for 2026. Our New Year Celebration will begin with a special meditation class with our Resident Teacher, Gen Kunden.

Outer peace begins with inner peace. After some time for meditation, Gen Kunden will give a special teaching on compassion and wishing love with encouragement to improve and deepen our love and compassion for living beings in 2026.

This course will be followed by delicious refreshments and an early evening alternative new years celebration. Make this a special new years with time for meaningful contemplation on love and compassion. Everyone welcome.

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143 Wyndham Street N Suite 203
Guelph, ON
N1H4E9

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226-486-2417

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Avalokiteshvara Kadampa Buddhist Centre is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union. We offer classes, courses, retreats, Buddhist study and prayers in downtown Guelph at 143 Wyndham St (Suite 203). Classes on modern Buddhism and meditation are designed to give us the tools to develop and maintain inner peace and happiness no matter how hectic our life may be. Our drop-in meditation classes consist of two guided meditations and a teaching to help us solve our daily problems, let go of negative minds and find happiness from within our own mind. Even though classes are presented in the form of series, each class is self-contained and therefore can be attended individually or as a series.

We offer drop-in meditation classes every Wednesday evening at our location in downtown Guelph. These classes are open to everyone irregardless of background or previous experience. We also offer drop-in meditation classes in Kitchener (Tuesdays), and London (Thursdays). From time to time we also offer drop-in classes in Stratford and Georgetown. No pre-registration required. - See more at: akbc.ca