Meditation helps the mind become calm and peaceful. With a peaceful mind, we can meet the ups and downs of daily life with more patience, kindness and clarity. At Kadampa Meditation Centre Ottawa you can learn to meditate in a relaxed, friendly setting. No experience is needed, you don’t need to be a Buddhist, and you don’t need special clothing or equipment.
Classes at the Centre
Tuesday EveningsTuesdays 7–8:30pm with Gen Thekchen
Modern BuddhismWednesdays 7–8:15pm with Steve Grover
Sunday Serenity: Wisdom for Daily LifeSundays 10–11am with Jane Douglas
Simply MeditateWednesdays 12:15–12:45pm with JoAnne McCutcheon
Guided Morning MeditationsMonday to Friday 8–9:10am with Gen Thekchen
Meditation for KidsMonthly on Saturdays 2–3:30pm with Ananda Kelly
Foundation ProgramThursdays 7–9pm with Gen Thekchen (in-depth study, not drop-in)
- Information for Beginners: New to meditation? Start here.
- What to Expect at Class: What a first class is like, from seating to what to wear.
- What Is Meditation?: A simple explanation of meditation and how it brings inner peace.
- About Buddhism: An introduction to Buddha’s teachings and why they matter today.
- Kadampa Buddhism: The Kadampa tradition, from Atisha to the present day.
- Books on Kadampa Buddhism: Books by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, including free e-books.
- Live Streamed Classes: How to join classes and prayers online from home.
Our weekly drop-in classes at 879 Somerset Street West, near the corner of Preston Street, are open to complete beginners. Most classes include a practical talk based on Buddha’s teachings and two guided meditations, with time for questions. Each class stands on its own, so you can start any week.