The Joyful Land Buddhist Centre - A member of the International Kadampa Buddhist Union
~ Inner Peace is Possible ~
Venerable Geshe-la

The Joyful Land Buddhist Centre is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition–International Kadampa Buddhist Union. We are located in central Ottawa on Somerset Street West. Established in 1996 under the direction of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, our Centre has a beautiful meditation room, a small bookstore and giftshop and a quiet reading room.

Weekly Teachings

Tuesday Evenings
7:00-8:30 pm

Introduction to Buddhist Thought and Meditation

Buddha gave a special set of instructions for tough times. Known as Lojong (Tibetan for ‘training the mind’),...more
Thursday Evenings
 7:00-8:30 pm

Stages of the Path (Lamrim)

Classes will resume on August 26

Sunday Mornings
 10:00-11:00 pm

Please note these prayers will resume on August 15

Prayers for World Peace

Peace will never come to our world until we ourselves take responsibility...more)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
12:15-1:00 pm

Noon Hour Meditations

Simple and relaxing guided meditations, bringing stillness to the overloaded mind. ...more
PLEASE NOTE: Please note that the Centre will be closed for the International New Kadampa Summer Festival from July 23 to August 7 inclusive. For more information visit the festival site