About Us

The Halifax Shambhala Centre is part of a Shambhala, an international community of 214 meditation centres and groups founded by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche and led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche.

The Shambhala Buddhist path, unique in the world of Western Buddhism, combines the teachings of the Kagyü and Nyingma traditions of Tibetan Buddhism with the Shambhala principles of living an uplifted life, fully engaged with the world.

Shambhala is dedicated to the view that a dignified life based on meditative understanding is accessible to everyone and can blossom into an enlightened society. Contemplative practices bring into our ordinary lives a natural sense of goodness, fearlessness, and humor.

Shambhala Meditation Centres welcome anyone interested in the practice of meditation and anyone who aspires to expand the experience of gentleness and nonaggression into all areas of life.

Open to all regardless of age, race, or religion, the Halifax Shambhala Centre is home to a vibrant, diverse community of members and friends who provide ongoing volunteer and financial support - creating a warm, genuine basis for the realizing the full potential of our authentic wisdom traditions.

Centre Activities

At the Shambhala Centre you will find:

• Open House each Wednesday evening from 7-9 pm (open to all)
  
• Introductory courses in mindfulness-awareness meditation
  
• Individual meditation instruction with trained instructors
• Introductory to advanced courses in Buddhist studies
  
• Workshops in contemplative disciplines and Shambhala arts
  
• Community celebrations of Shambhala holidays and family events
  
• Deleks or neighborhood groups of Shambhala community members
  
• A library of Buddhist books and tapes
  
• Many opportunities to volunteer your energy and inspiration

Please feel welcome to explore and participate.  Our weekly Open House is a good place to begin and learn more!  We also appreciate your volunteeer help!

For further information, refer to the Centre newsletter or contact the Halifax Centre.

No-Scent Policy

The Halifax Shambhala Centre is scent-free.  In support of those with environmental sensitivies, please refrain from wearing scented products.

Learn more about meditation and buddhism at shambhala.org
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Halifax Shambhala Centre
1084 Tower Road, Halifax,  NS B3H 2Y5
Tel. 902 420-1118 x110    Email: