“The Theravada Forest Tradition in the Heart of the City”
Posted in General on Jan 16th, 2012
Many new Buddhist Philosophy and Meditation classes for the Spring of 2010. Classes are available in Vancouver, Kitsilano, Burnaby, Delta and West Vancouver. Check out the 2012 Flyer and our Google Calendar listing all the new courses.
Posted in General on Nov 11th, 2011
Are you burned-out, agitated, unable to concentrate or sleep? Learn effective mindfulness practices in a step-by-step way, which you can bring to daily life and reduce stress. Practice breath, walking meditation and loving-kindness contemplation to protect yourself from the harmful effects of stress, such as anxiety and depression. Tips will be given to overcome the [...]
Posted in General on Oct 25th, 2011
This year, Sitavana – Birken Forest Monastery is celebrating its tenth anniversary at its current location near Kamloops, British Columbia. Sitavana’s growth and vibrancy over the past decade are testament to the vision and generosity of thousands, particularly in the Lower Mainland. To mark this occasion, Sitavana’s founder and abbot, Ajahn Sona, will inaugurate a [...]
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