Yearly Archives: 2018

Meditation Service

Meditation Service at the Calgary Buddhist Temple is set to commence starting on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 from 7 to 8 pm. No experience required and everyone is welcome. Enjoy the day! Namo-Amida-Butsu

Grey “Have a Buddhaful Day” T-shirts now available

Since we have sold out of the larger sizes of our t-shirts, we have reprinted them in dark grey. They are available for purchase at the temple. All the proceeds from these shirts will go to the CBT Capital Campaign. Please email Doug at doughironaka@gmail.com

Obon – Sunday, Aug 26 (updated Aug 14)

Honouring all Ancestors – Obon is a time to express our gratitude to loved ones who have passed on before us. Without them, we would not be who we are today, due to the basic tenet of interdependence. We would not be where we are

Fundraising – updated June 7

As we head into late spring, the Fundraising committee is gearing up for our annual events. We are requesting once again for your participation and help. SATURDAY, JUNE 23 – TEMPLE GARAGE SALE We are asking for donation of garage sale items for our annual

Family Picnic – Sunday, June 17

Everyone is welcome on Sunday, June 17 for our annual Family Day Picnic at Edworthy Park, site #1 on the south side of the river. Join us for some games, races, camaraderie and sunshine. Pack a lunch and be ready to share as it usually

May 27 – Gotany’e and Keirokai

Recognizing Shinran’s Birth and Senior’s Appreciation Day! Gotany’e – The birth of the Founder of Jodo Shinshu is commemorated annually as an expression of joy and happiness. Shinran Shonin was born at Hino, a few miles southeast of Kyoto on May 21, 1173. Keirokai is

Hanamatsuri – April 8th

The “Flower Festival” is commemorated on this day to celebrate the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became enlightened as Shakyamuni Buddha. The “hanamido” a miniature floral altar of bright flowers, provides the scene of the beautiful Lumbini Garden. The statue of the baby Buddha,