Events
The Body as a Doorway to Practice
Four panelists, all dedicated Zen practitioners, will delve into how Zen practice can help us cope with the challenges of aging and how the difficulties of aging can deepen our practice.
Navigating Relationships in Buddhist Communities
Join us for a panel discussion with three esteemed women teachers of Buddhism who will delve into the intricacies of cultivating healthy boundaries within the spiritual community.
Zen Poetry through the Ages
A six-week dharma seminar with Myoshin Kate McCandless. Part of our regular Wednesday evening practice schedule, at both locations.
Women in Buddhist Monasticism: Women in Community
A recorded talk by Chimyo Atkinson - on Zoom only. The second in SZBA’s series: Celebrating the Voices of Women in Buddhism; Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. Everyone welcome!
Bowing to Lotuses Blooming in the Mud: Gratitude as an agent for change.
A recorded workshop with Dr. Paula Arai, in-person and on Zoom. The first in SZBA’s series: Celebrating the Voices of Women in Buddhism; Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. Everyone welcome!
Speaking from the heart
An introductory workshop to mindful, non-violent communication (NVC). Facilitated by Sascha Borrée
The Power of Vow: Wednesday evening dharma seminar with Shinmon Michael Newton
A 4-week Wednesday evening dharma seminar with Shinmon Michael Newton
Koans of Sickness, Old Age and Death
A six-week study/practice group with Myoshin Kate McCandless. Thursday evenings, in person at the Sherbrooke St. practice house and online. By registration only-deadline October 6.
Introduction to Zen Practice
An introduction to Soto Zen practice, with Dai-i Flo Rublee and Nin-en Susan Elbe
The Life and Teachings of "Homeless" Kodo Sawaki
A six-week dharma seminar with Shinmon Michael Newton and Myoshin Kate McCandless. Part of our regular Wednesday evening practice schedule.
Beginnings, Endings, Betwixt-and-Betweens: The Perfection of Not Knowing
A Day of Writing with Jaune Evans and Irene Borger
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi: a dharma seminar
A four-week dharma seminar with Myoshin Kate McCandless.
The Four Foundations of Mindfulness: dharma seminar
A four-week dharma seminar with Joko Claire Talbot.
37 Practices of a Bodhisattva:
A six-week dharma seminar with Shinmon Michael Newton and Myoshin Kate McCandless
Restoring Connection: self, community, world
A retreat/workshop with Myoshin Kate McCandless based on the work of Joanna Macy
Just this Life: a day of poetry practice
A day of poetry practice with Myoshin Kate McCandless and Jisan Tova Green at Blue Mountain Zendo.
Introduction to Zen Practice
An introduction to Soto Zen practice, with Dai-i Flo Rublee and Kakuko Kaye Simard. Offered at the Mountain Rain zendo and on Zoom.
Introduction to Zen / Zazen tips and tricks
An online introduction to Soto Zen practice.
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi: a dharma seminar
A four-week dharma seminar with Shinmon Michael Newton
Not Elevating the Self, Not Disparaging Others
A one-evening dharma seminar with Myoshin Kate McCandless on the sixth and seventh precepts.
Haiga: painting the haiku moment
A bonus evening with Myoshin Kate McCandless following the 4-week Dharma Seminaron Zenga (Zen painting) with Shinmon Michael Newton,
Zenga: visual teachings from our Japanese ancestors
A 4-week Wednesday evening online Dharma Seminar with Shinmon Michael Newton
The Six Paramitas: Engaging the Practices of the Bodhisattva Path through Mind and Body
A six-week dharma seminar with shuso Kakuko Kaye Simard. Part of our 2020 practice period.
Paramitas for the Pandemic: Imagining a Way Forward
A seven-week dharma seminar with Myoshin Kate McCandless and Shinmon Michael Newton. Part of our 2020 practice period.
Introduction to Zen Practice
An online class led by sangha leaders Nin-en Susan Elbe and Joko Claire Talbot.
Voices of Liberation: Teachings of Western Dharma Teachers of Colour
A six-week dharma seminar with Myoshin Kate McCandless and Shinmon Michael Newton.
Introduction to Zen Practice
An online class led by sangha leaders Nin-en Susan Elbe and Joko Claire Talbot.
Introduction to Zen Practice--online
An online class led by sangha leaders Nin-en Susan Elbe and Joko Claire Talbot.
Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom: understanding the Heart Sutra
A four-week dharma seminar with Myoshin Kate McCandless and Shinmon Michael Newton
Wednesday practice is now available online. Please click Online Practice button on the homepage.