Empowerment of Buddha Prajnaparamita
During the Saturday morning ceremony called an “empowerment”, we will receive the inspiring energy of female wisdon Buddha, Buddha Prajnaparamita. Her function is to eliminate obstacles and dissipate the darkness of our ignorance. Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab will then give teachings so we can learn to apply practical methods to overcome our obstacles. This event is open to all.
All the teachings with Gen-la Khyenrab will be given in English. The introductory talk and the morning guided meditations will be given in French. If you require English translation, make sure to book it by April 15 on your booking form.
Gen Kelsang Lakpa is the Resident Teacher of the Toushita Buddhist Centre in Québec city. Through the blessings of his spiritual guide, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, Gen Lakpa transmits Buddha’s teachings with humour, in a practical manner in accordance with our modern world. Gen Lakpa will give the Friday evening Introductory talk to the Celebration.
Danielle Rousseau is the Resident Teacher of the Vajrayogini Kadampa Buddhist Centre in Vaudreuil-Dorion. She studies and practices meditation & Buddhism for close to 20 years. She will guide the morning meditations during this Celebration (in French)
FEES BEFORE April 1st
| Inscription | Fees |
| Full weekend (with lunches) | $165 |
| Full Weekend (without lunches) | $145 |
| Intro only (Friday April 26 • 7:30 to 9pm) | $15 |
| Saturday only: empowerment and teachings (with lunch) | $90 |
| Saturday only: empowerment and teachings (without lunch) | $80 |
| Sunday only: teachings (with lunch) | $75 |
| Sunday only: teachings (without lunch) | $65 |
FEES AFTER April 1st
| Inscription | Fees |
| Full weekend (with lunches) | $180 |
| Full Weekend (without lunches) | $160 |
| Intro only (Friday April 26 • 7:30 to 9pm) | $15 |
| Saturday only: empowerment and teachings (with lunch) | $90 |
| Saturday only: empowerment and teachings (without lunch) | $80 |
| Sunday only: teachings (with lunch) | $75 |
| Sunday only: teachings (without lunch) | $65 |
Friday April 26
10:30am • Sojong with Gen Kelsang Chögyan (For ordained sangha only)
4pm • Registration opens
7:30 – 9pm • Introduction with Gen Kelsang Lakpa
Please note: there is no dinner offered Friday
Saturday April 27
9 – 10am • Meditation with Danielle Rousseau
11am – 1pm • Buddha Prajnaparamita Empowerment with Gen-la Khyenrab
1:30 – 2:15pm • Lunch (1st sitting)
2:15 – 3pm • Lunch (2nd sitting)
3:30 – 5pm • Commentary with Gen-la Khyenrab
Sunday April 28
9 – 10am • Meditation with Danielle Rousseau
11am – 12:30pm • Commentary with Gen-la Khyenrab
1 – 2:30pm • Lunch (1st sitting)
3 – 4:30pm • Commentary with Gen-la Khyenrab
All the teachings with Gen-la Khyenrab will be given in English. The introductory talk and the morning guided meditations will be given in French. If you require English translation, make sure to book it by April 15 on your booking form.
Onsite
Onsite dormitory accommodation is offered but in limited quantities and only for those attending the FULL Celebration. We recommend to reserve on the day the booking opens to avoid disappointment.
Dorm Fees: 63,25$/pers (including taxes) for 2 nights (September 14 & 15).
Linen and bath towel provided. Fees also include the breakfast on the next morning.
To make a reservation for dorm accommodation, directly contact us at 514-521-2529.
When you register, if your prefered accommodation is no longer available, contact us and request to be added to our waiting list.
Offsite
Children are welcome to the Celebration. All children even babies must be registered. Please register each child separately. For legal and security reasons, 1 adult must be named for each child attending the Celebration. Children must be under caregiver’s supervision at all times. To register children, please call us at 514-521-2529.
Children’s fees
8 years and younger: free
9 – 15 years old: 50% off adult’s rate
16 years and over: Adult’s rate
During the teachings
A video link for families will be available outside the meditation room.
In the meditation room
Children wishing to attend the Empowerment Ceremony are welcome to do so if they can remain quiet and calm as to not disturb the concentration of others. Please do not bring babies and young children during the meditation sessions.
Accommodation for children
Since the number of spaces available is limited during this event, we are unable to offer accommodation for children under 16 years old.
The Celebration will take place at KMC Montreal located at 835 Laurier East, on the Plateau Mont-Royal in Montreal, between St-André and St-Hubert Streets.
Directions to Kadampa Meditation Centre Montreal:
From Megabus Bus Station • 997 Rue Saint-Antoine West
1) Public transport (subway) – $3.25
2) Take the subway at Bonaventure Station on the orange line in Montmorency direction
3) Get off at Laurier Station (Follow the ‘rue Laurier’ exit)
4) Turn left on Laurier Street
5) The centre is located at 835 Laurier East, at the corner of St-Andre Street
From the Central Station • 1717 rue Berri
1) Public transport (subway) – $3.25
2) Turn left on Berri Street
3) Turn right on Maisonneuve Street walk to St-Denis street
4) Take the subway at the Berri UQAM Station on the orange line in Montmorency direction
5) Get off at Laurier Station (Follow the ‘rue Laurier’ exit)
6) Turn left on Laurier Street
7) The centre is located at 835 Laurier East, at the corner of St-Andre Street
By car
Follow Google maps for directions (click here for the map of KMC Montreal).
Parking
KMC Montreal is located in the heart of Plateau Mont-Royal. Parking can be tricky in the area and considering the number of people who will attend the Celebration, we strongly recommend to take public transport. KMC Montreal is a 3 min walk from the Laurier subway station on the orange line (see directions above)
Some parking options:
– Free Parking lot on Carrières Street between de la Roche Street and de Lanaudière Street, 15 min walk from the Rosemont subway station (orange line).
– Outside parking at the corner of Rosemont and St-Denis Streets (Next to Rosemont Subway station).
– Daily Vignette to park around the centre in the neighbouring streets. Click here for more info.
– Governor’s Hotel (1415 St-Hubert Street) has indoor parking for 19,50$ per day plus tax.