Buddhist Centre of Montreal
A calm place for meditation, chanting, Dhamma learning, and shared practice for the wider Montreal community.
"Saddhaya taratee ogham-appamadena annawam
Viriyena Dukkhan Acceti - Pannaya parisujjati" SN10.12-Alavaka Sutta
By confidence one crosses over the flood; by diligence the ocean is crossed; by effort one overcomes suffering; by wisdom one's life is purified.
The centre
A home for daily practice
We welcome the community to our new location at 10964 Av. des Récollets, Montréal, QC H1H 4G4 for daily practice, weekly programs, and annual celebrations.
Weekly rhythm
Practice and learning
Our centre offers a steady rhythm of chanting, meditation, Dhamma learning, language study, and community gatherings throughout the week.
- Buddha Puja and Vandana: 7:00 AM
- Meditation: 7:30 AM - 8:10 AM
- Evening Offering, Chanting, and Metta Meditation: 7:00 PM
- Saturday: Dhamma Learning for children (8:30 AM - 10:30 AM)
- Sunday: Meditation, Dharma Learning, and Discussion (9:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
We also offer Buddhist counselling and guided meditation by appointment, along with opportunities to learn Pali and Sinhala.
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Ceremonies
Annual highlights
Throughout the year, BCOM hosts celebrations and ceremonies that bring families, devotees, and friends together in shared practice.
- January 1st: New Year Celebration and Blessing Ceremony
- February: Vietnam New Year Celebration
- April: Sinhala New Year Celebration
- May: Buddha's Birthday Celebration
- July: Vassa Invitation to the Monks
- September: Merit transfer for departed loved ones
- October/November: Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony
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Visit
Contact information
For more information on monthly activities, special events, and ways to support the centre, please contact us.
Rev. Omare Nandaloka Thero
Centre Bouddhiste de Montréal
Buddhist Center of Montreal
Trung Tam Phat Giao Montréal
10964 Av. des Récollets, Montréal, QC H1H 4G4
Direct: +1 514 2374269
Land: +1 514-397-0758