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    <title>Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada</title>
    <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/</link>
    <description>International Meditation Center &amp; Temple for World Peace</description>
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    <dc:rights>Copyright Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada 2012</dc:rights>
    <dc:date>2012-01-30T23:00:00+00:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Learn to Meditate</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/learn-to-meditate</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Monday Evenings
	7:00 &#45; 8:30pm
	A four week series
	Jan. 30 &#45; Feb. 20 
	with Kadampa Buddhist Teacher Andrew Grimo

	No Need to Register &#45; Just Drop&#45;in

	Everyone can learn to control distracting or stressful thoughts through meditation. If we meditate for even ten minutes a day. we will begin to feel more relaxed and we’ll notice our mind becoming clearer and less cluttered. In time, we gain the ability to react in positive ways to normally annoying or difficult situations.  Overall, we will feel happier. In this series we learn why meditation is such a powerful tool for inner peace and growth. We will be shown how we can easily incorporate the practice into our busy lives.

	
		Jan. 30: What is Meditation?  
	
		Feb. 6: What is the Mind?
	
		Feb. 13: The Power of Concentration
	
		Feb. 20: Staying Positive


	The classes include guided meditations, teachings, and an opportunity to ask questions.

	Cost:  $10 a class or $28 for the series

	Free to KMCC card holders (please enquire about card holder benefits)

	Location:
	Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
	631 Crawford Street (2 blocks west of Chrisite)
	Toronto M6G 3K1]]></description>
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      <title>Foundation Program (FP)</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/courses/foundation-program</link>
      <description><![CDATA[&amp;nbsp;

	

	Sundays 2&#45;6pm | with KMCC Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Chogyan

	Enrolment Required&amp;nbsp;

	Classes begin again Sunday, Jan. 29 with an Introduction to the Program AT 2PM~ Everyone is welcome

	Take this opportunity to learn about the purpose and commitments of the Foundation Program and the many benefits that come from systematic study, meditation, and discussion. FP offers the spiritual support we need to deeply understand the meaning of Buddha&#39;s teachings and to integrate this wisdom into our daily lives. We continue to study the text, Joyful Path of Good Fortune, by meditation master Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.&amp;nbsp; We will begin the new section on the Intermediate Scope on February 12th at 2pm.

	If you&#39;re interested in joining the Foundation Program or interested in sitting in on a class, please contact the Education Program Coordinator, at 416&#45;762&#45;8033 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;416&#45;762&#45;8033&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;end_of_the_skype_highlighting&amp;nbsp;or epc@kadampa.ca

	Classes take place at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada, 631 Crawford Street (2 blocks west of Christie) Toronto

	About the Book

	We are presenty studying Joyful Path of Good Fortune, by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. The book presents the entire Buddhist path to enlightenment in a way that is easy to follow and put into practice. Each chapter builds on the next and clearly illuminates topics such as rebirth, karma, compassion, and the ultimate nature of reality. It is also the perfect foundation for the deeper practices of Tantra. 

	About the Foundation Program

	The purpose of the Foundation Program is to provide a systematic presentation of particular subjects of Mahayana Buddhism to enable practitioners to deepen their knowledge and experience of Buddhism. Through systematic study we can gain confidence in applying meditation to whatever we meet. Gradually, our wisdom &amp;amp; compassion will grow and we are more able to help others to do the same. Over time, we sow the seeds for the attainment of lasting happiness, full enlightenment.

	Five subjects

	The program comprises the following five subjects, based on Buddha&amp;rsquo;s Sutra teachings and the corresponding commentaries by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso:

	
		The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment, based on the commentary Joyful Path of Good Fortune
	
		Training the Mind, based on the commentaries Universal Compassion and Eight Steps to Happiness
	
		The Heart Sutra, based on the commentary Heart of Wisdom
	
		Guide to the Bodhisattva&amp;rsquo;s Way of Life, based on the commentary Meaningful to Behold
	
		Types of Mind, based on the commentary Understanding the Mind]]></description>
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      <title>Melodious Drum</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/courses/melodious-drum</link>
      <description><![CDATA[around the 29th of every month

	These are extensive prayers and requests to our Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. &amp;nbsp;
	About 4 hours.&amp;nbsp; Please bring a small food offering.

	Melodious Drum (Long Protector Puja)

	Everyone is welcome.&amp;nbsp; Just drop in.&amp;nbsp; No previous experience is necessary.]]></description>
      <dc:date>2012-01-28T14:00:46+00:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Classes in Orangeville</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/classes-in-orangeville</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Overcoming Stress
	with KMCC Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Ch&amp;ouml;gyan

	Thursdays, 7 &#45; 8:30pm
	Jan. 26 &amp;ndash; Feb. 16
	
	Mental stress is something we carry every day and it interrupts our ability to stay calm, centred, and balanced. Our reactions are often laced with frustration and anger and we have little space in our mind for others. Meditation helps reduce stress and with practice we will start to feel more peaceful, happy and clear. Take the time in the New Year to develop the skills taught by Buddha to calm and strengthen the mind.

	Jan. 26 &amp;ndash; A balanced life
	Feb. 2 &amp;ndash; How to meditate
	Feb. 9 &amp;ndash; Meditation in action
	Feb. 16 &amp;ndash; Staying positive

	Cost:&amp;nbsp; $10 per class, $40 for 5 classes

	Free to KMCC card holders (please enquire about card holder benefits)

	The classes include guided meditations, teachings, and an opportunity to ask questions.
	
	No need to pre&#45;register. Drop&#45;in at any time during the series. $10 per class.

	Location
	Orangeville Public Library
	1 Mill Street
	Orangeville, ON L9W 2M2]]></description>
      <dc:date>2012-01-26T23:00:51+00:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Classes in Oshawa</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/classes-in-oshawa</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Overcoming Stress
	with Kadampa Buddhist Teacher, Lynne Tierney

	Thursdays, 7 &#45; 8:30pm
	Jan. 26 &amp;ndash; Feb. 16
	
	Mental stress is something we carry every day and it interrupts our ability to stay calm, centred, and balanced. Our reactions are often laced with frustration and anger and we have little space in our mind for others. Meditation helps reduce stress and with practice we will start to feel more peaceful, happy and clear. Take the time in the New Year to develop the skills taught by Buddha to calm and strengthen the mind.

	Jan. 26 &amp;ndash; A balanced life
	Feb. 2 &amp;ndash; How to meditate
	Feb. 9 &amp;ndash; Meditation in action
	Feb. 16 &amp;ndash; Staying positive

	Cost:&amp;nbsp; $10 per class, $40 for 5 classes

	Free to KMCC card holders (please enquire about card holder benefits)

	The classes include guided meditations, teachings, and an opportunity to ask questions.
	
	No need to pre&#45;register. Drop&#45;in at any time during the series.

	Location
	Northminster United Church
	676 Simcoe St. North
	Oshawa, ON
	L1G&amp;nbsp; 4V7]]></description>
      <dc:date>2012-01-26T23:00:14+00:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Lunchtime Meditation at Yonge and Bloor</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/lunchtime-meditation-at-yonge-and-bloor1</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Thursdays 12:15 &#45;&amp;nbsp; 12:45pm

	The last class before the holidays is Thursday Dec. 15th.&amp;nbsp; We will resume on Jan. 26th.

	During this half&#45;hour you will be guided in a basic breathing meditation. This type of meditation is perfect for beginners and advanced meditators. By focusing on the breath all our worries, distractions, and obsessive ways of thinking fall away and we experience inner peace. Our mind is refreshed and relaxed and we&#39;ll find it easier to deal with day to day stress.

	&amp;quot;So much of the stress and tension we normally experience comes from our mind, and many of the problems we experience, including ill health, are caused or aggravated by this stress. Just by doing breathing meditation for ten or fifteen minutes each day, we shall be able to reduce this stress. We shall experience a calm, spacious feeling in the mind, and many of our usual problems will fall away. Difficult situations will become easier to deal with, we shall naturally feel warm and well disposed towards other people, and our relationships with others will gradually improve.&amp;quot;&amp;nbsp; The New Meditation Handbook, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

	Cost:&amp;nbsp; $5 per class

	Location:
	Toronto Reference library
	789 Yonge Street, Basment Rm B1
	Toronto, ON
	M4W 2G8]]></description>
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      <title>Sunday Prayers for World Peace</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/prayers-for-world-peace</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Sundays, 11:00am &#45; 12:15pm
	with KMCC Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Chogyan

	Classes resume Jan. 15th; due to a special weekend event please note there is no class the following Sunday, Jan. 22.

	No Fee | Everyone welcome&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;

	Our Sunday morning Prayers for World Peace class is an opportunity to develop a warm and loving heart. We all need to learn to cherish one and other because this mind of love brings happiness to ourselves and everyone we come into contact with.&amp;nbsp; In essence, learning to cherish others is the best method for establishing peace in the world, and for our own peace of mind in particular.
	
	Each week Gen Chogyan will cover a small section from the book, 8 Steps to Happiness. This book shows us how to cherish others as well as how to remove the inner obstacles to love and compassion. Topics include: how to recognize our delusions without identifying with them, how to see the kindness and good qualities in others, how to practice humility and how to change&amp;nbsp; and set positive views and intentions.&amp;nbsp; Each class includes a breathing meditation, a short teaching and chanted prayers for world peace.

	
	&amp;nbsp;

	Dharma for Kids

	Sundays, 11am &#45; 12pm
	with Lynne Tierney

	The last class before the holidays is Dec. 18th.&amp;nbsp; We will resume Jan. 15th.

	While parents are attending Prayers for World Peace, children ages four and older can enjoy a special class just for them.&amp;nbsp; They will be exposed to basic Buddhist concepts such as: the preciousness of human life;&amp;nbsp; karma; and kindness.&amp;nbsp; They are also taught the benefits of practices such as equanimity and generosity through stories and examples. Classes are based on The New Meditation Handbook, by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
	Parents are also welcome to sit in on the class. Please note that parents must stay on site for the duration of the kids class.

	&amp;nbsp;

	Location:
	Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
	631 Crawford Street (2 blocks West of Christie)
	Toronto, ON
	M6G 3K1]]></description>
      <dc:date>2012-01-22T15:00:29+00:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Classes in Guelph</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/classes-in-guelph</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Overcoming Stress
	Teacher TBA

	Tuesdays, 7 &#45; 8:30pm
	Jan. 17 &amp;ndash; Feb. 7
	
	Mental stress is something we carry every day and it interrupts our ability to stay calm, centred, and balanced. Our reactions are often laced with frustration and anger and we have little space in our mind for others. Meditation helps reduce stress and with practice we will start to feel more peaceful, happy and clear. Take the time in the New Year to develop the skills taught by Buddha to calm and strengthen the mind.

	Jan. 17 &amp;ndash; A balanced life
	Jan. 24 &amp;ndash; How to meditate
	Jan. 31 &amp;ndash; Meditation in action
	Feb. 7 &amp;ndash; Staying positive

	Cost:&amp;nbsp; $10 per class

	Free to KMCC card holders (please enquire about card holder benefits)

	The classes include guided meditations, teachings, and an opportunity to ask questions.
	
	No need to pre&#45;register. Drop&#45;in at any time during the series.

	Location
	St. Mattthias Anglican Church
	171 Kortright Rd. W
	Guelph, ON]]></description>
      <dc:date>2012-01-17T23:00:56+00:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Lunchtime Meditation at KMCC</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/lunchtime-meditation-at-KMCC</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
	12:15 &#45; 12:45pm

	The last class before the holidays is Tuesday, Dec. 20th. We will resume on&amp;nbsp; Tuesday Jan. 17th.

	This simple, guided breathing meditation is perfect for beginners and advanced meditators. By focusing on the breath all our worries, distractions, and obsessive ways of thinking fall away and we experience inner peace. Our mind is refreshed and relaxed and we&#39;ll find it easier to deal with day to day stress.

	&amp;quot;So much of the stress and tension we normally experience comes from our mind, and many of the problems we experience, including ill health, are caused or aggravated by this stress. Just by doing breathing meditation for ten or fifteen minutes each day, we shall be able to reduce this stress. We shall experience a calm, spacious feeling in the mind, and many of our usual problems will fall away. Difficult situations will become easier to deal with, we shall naturally feel warm and well disposed towards other people, and our relationships with others will gradually improve.&amp;quot;&amp;nbsp; The New Meditation Handbook, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

	Our meditation room at the temple is very quiet and calming. Drop&#45;in and enjoy some peace of mind.

	Cost:&amp;nbsp; $3 per class

	Location:
	Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
	631 Crawford Street (2 blocks West of Christie)
	Toronto, ON
	M6G 3K1]]></description>
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      <title>Classes at University of Toronto</title>
      <link>http://nkt-kmc-canada.org/classes/classes-at-university-of-toronto</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Overcoming Stress
	with Kadampa Buddhist Teacher, Dylan Crosby

	Monday, 7:15 &#45; 8:45pm
	Jan. 16 &amp;ndash; Feb. 6
	
	Mental stress is something we carry every day and it interrupts our ability to stay calm, centred, and balanced. Our reactions are often laced with frustration and anger and we have little space in our mind for others. Meditation helps reduce stress and with practice we will start to feel more peaceful, happy and clear. Take the time in the New Year to develop the skills taught by Buddha to calm and strengthen the mind.

	Jan. 16 &amp;ndash; A balanced life
	Jan. 23 &amp;ndash; How to meditate
	Jan. 30 &amp;ndash; Meditation in action
	Feb. 6 &amp;ndash; Staying positive

	$10 per class | $40 for five

	Free to KMCC card holders (please enquire about card holder benefits)

	The classes include guided meditations, teachings, and an opportunity to ask questions.
	
	No need to pre&#45;register. Drop&#45;in at any time during the series.

	Location 
	University of Toronto
	(OISE) Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
	252 Bloor Street West, Rm. 5160]]></description>
      <dc:date>2012-01-16T23:15:27+00:00</dc:date>
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