What's Happening Now at the Centre?
New Chaithya (Pagoda) Project
Dear Devotees, and Friends of the Temple,
We are blessed to share the wonderful news of our new project at the Temple, made possible by the esteemed blessings of the Venerable Monks, the Trustees, and the unwavering support from the Dayaka Sabha, the devoted Temple community, and our dear friends.
Together, we are embarking on a momentous endeavor – the addition of a majestic Pagoda (Chaithya) and a sublime Buddha Statue to our beloved Temple.
Ceremony to lay the Foundation Stones for the Chaithya (Pagoda) was held on Sunday the 25th of June 2023 headed by the esteemed Chief Abbot of the Temple, Ven. Kulugammana Dhammawasa Thero, alongside the participation of Ven. Dr. Mawarale Bhaddiya Thero, the Venerable Monks, and our cherished friends and devotees.
It is with great joy that we invite you to join us in celebrating the new milestone of the history of our Temple, and contribute to the project.
You can reserve your Golden Bricks by visiting this link - Reserve Golden Bricks
You can send your kind donations via Interac e-Transfer, Cheque, Cash or Credit Card payment via CanadaHelps page. Details of how to send the donations can be found here.
We count on your kind donations in making this project a success!
May you all be well, happy and peaceful!
Sil Program Days 2024
| 2024-01-28 Sunday | Durutu Full Moonday. |
| 2024-02-25 Sunday | Nawam Full Moonday |
| 2024-03-24 Sunday | Madin Full Moonday |
| 2024-04-21 Sunday | Bak Full Moonday |
| 2024-05-05 Sunday | Vesak – Children Sil Day Program |
| 2024-05-26 Sunday | Vesak Full Moonday |
| 2024-06-30 Sunday | Poson Full Moonday |
| 2024-07-21 Sunday | Asala Full Moonday - Vas Aradhana |
| 2024-08-18 Sunday | Nikini Full Moonday |
| 2024-09-15 Sunday | Binara Full Moonday |
| 2024-10-20 Sunday | Vap Full Moonday |
| 2024-10-25/26 Friday & Saturday | Annual Katina Katina Poojawa |
| 2024-11-17 Sunday | Il Full Moonday |
| 2024-12-15 Sunday | Uduwap Full Moonday. |
Adults Sil Program:
9:00am to 11:30am - Conducted by Ven, Dr. Bhante Saranapala (Observance of Ata Sil, Buddha Puja, Guided Meditation)
12:30pm to 2:00pm - Conducted by Ven. K. Kassapa, (Dhamma Sakachcha)
2:15pm to 3:30pm - Conducted by Resident Monks (Dhamma Sermon)
4:00pm to 5:00pm - Conducted by Resident Monks (Daily Aloka Puja & Pirith Chanting, Termination of Ata Sil)
Meditation - Wednesday (English) & Fiday (Sinhala) at 7 pm
Meditation - Wednesday (English) at 7 pm
- by Bhante Saranapala
Meditation - Friday (Sinhala) at 7 pm
- by Ven. V. Dhammissara
ALL ARE WELCOME !
Summer Blossoms in 2021
Daily Guided meditation for kids in English: Facebook LIVE steaming - 6:30pm to 7pm
Daily Guided mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation (for kids) in English - from 6:30pm to 7pm.
Conducted by Bhante Saranapala
FOR FACEBOOK LIVE: https://www.facebook.com/bhante.saranapala
News and Updates
Register your children for Dhamma School year 2024/25
Dear parents and the Children of West End Dhamma School,
Wishing you all to be well and happy!
We are happy to announce that West End Dhamma School registration is now open for 2024/2025 school year.
New Dhamma School Year will begin on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024
This year, the Dhamma School will be held physically at a new location.
Mississauga Secondary School, 550 Courtneypark Dr W, Mississauga, ON L5W 1L9
Please register each of your children who are in Kindergarten and above separately using the below form for the 2024/25 year Dhamma School enrollment,
Dhamma School 2024/25 Online Registration Form
(registration must be completed using the above online form, and there will be no physical forms)
Application deadline: Sunday, September 08th, 2024
Dhamma School Start Date: Sunday, September 22nd, 2024
Medium of teaching: English
Typical Dhamma School program is as follows,
3.00 - 3.30 PM: Buddha Vandana, Meditation, Dhamma Talk, and Announcements (physical presence required)
3.30 - 4.30 PM: Physical Classroom based Learning
4.30 - 5.00 PM Reserved for additional discussions/quizzes or activity time
Dhamma School Calendar can be found here
If you have any questions about the registration or missed the deadline, please contact : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hope to see all of you back in Dhamma School for 2024/25!
Many blessings!
Ven. Dr. Bhante Saranapala
Principal
West End Dhamma School
Provide food and basic necessities to families in Sri Lanka
We have received a number of requests for help from organizations and trusted sources in Sri Lanka to provide food and basic necessities to families in dire need. Ven. Dhammawassa Nayaka Hamuduruwo is leading this initiative. While we are very sensitive and understand the difficulties faced by each of you, we humbly request your support in contributing funds to these trusted organizations in Sri Lanka. If you would like to participate in this initiative, you may donate via email transfer as follows.
Recipient Name = Halton Peel Buddhist Cultural Society
Recipient email = This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
In the Comments section of the email transfer, please indicate your “Name”, “contact telephone number” and the following text “Sri Lanka COVID-19 Help”.
Online Programs - Add them to your Calendars
Online English Daily Programs
(1) Daily Guided meditation with some words of wisdom for adults
Conducted by Bhante Saranapala
From 1pm to 2pm
FACEBOOK LIVE: https://www.facebook.com/bhante.saranapala
https://www.facebook.com/WestEndBuddhistTemple
YOUTUBE LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/user/westendbuddhistmedia
(2) Daily guided mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation for kids
Conducted by Bhante Saranapala
From 6:30pm to 7pm
FACEBOOK LIVE: https://www.facebook.com/bhante.saranapala
https://www.facebook.com/WestEndBuddhistTemple
YOUTUBE LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/user/westendbuddhistmedia
(3) Daily Buddha Vandana, Buddha Puja, Aloka Puja and Pirith Chanting
Conducted by the Venerable Monks of the Temple
From 8pm to 9pm
FACEBOOK LIVE: https://www.facebook.com/bhante.saranapala
https://www.facebook.com/WestEndBuddhistTemple
YOUTUBE LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/user/westendbuddhistmedia
Online English Weekly Programs
(1) Wednesday Meditation Program in English
Conducted by Bhante Saranapala
From 6pm to 7pm
FACEBOOK LIVE: https://www.facebook.com/bhante.saranapala
https://www.facebook.com/WestEndBuddhistTemple
YOUTUBE LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/user/westendbuddhistmedia
Online Sinhala Weekly Programs
(1) Sutra Sakachcha
Conducted by Ven. Keembiela Kassapa Thero
From 6pm to 7pm every Saturday
Zoom Meeting: https:
Meeting ID: 784 223 9232 Passcode: E9ricu
(2) Friday Meditation Program in Sinhala
Conducted by Ven. Veyangoda Dhammissara Thero
From 6pm to 7pm every Saturday
Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89611739070?pwd=SzJ1ckZwMGIwY0R6ZlNSWlVIM1crQT09
Meeting ID: 896 1173 9070 Passcode: 845160
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