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Here is a press release from the Buddhist Council of Canada, recapping the proceedings at their joint Wesak ceremony held on the May Full Moon, May 5th, at Queens Park in Toronto: wesak 2012 Press Release may 05 2012 It should also be noted that another joint Unity Vesak ceremony, organized by a different group,... Read more »

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Buddhayana Forest Retreat Invite you to the 2nd Annual Painters’ Meditation Retreat August 11th – August 19th 2012 Pictou County, Nova Scotia www.buddhayana.ns.ca For those curious about meditation and interested in painting this may be the retreat for you. No previous painting or meditation experience necessary. This retreat will involve daily group sitting, walking meditation,... Read more »

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We were deeply saddened to hear of the senseless murder of Raymond Taavel, long-time circulation manager at the Shambhala Sun, in Halifax recently. Most of the news articles we’ve seen focus on the murderer and larger issues such as  being LGBT in Canada, treatment of psychiatric patients, etc. We’re still looking for articles that pay... Read more »

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Lions Gate Buddhist Priory is pleased to announce the forthcoming publication of a modest Cook Book entitled: KWAN YIN LOVES PIE Good Vegetarian Food To Delight The Heart and Stomach The Cook Book will contain recipes from our members and friends, many of which have appeared in our newsletter over the years. These will include easy to follow... Read more »

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