Quebec Dharma Celebration 2026
November 13 - 15 ~ Montreal
Blessing Empowerment of Medicine Buddha
～ The Healing Power of Medicine Buddha ～
with Gen Kelsang Chodor
The Quebec Dharma Celebration (QDC) is a special annual event open to everyone, held in Montreal at Kadampa Meditation Centre Montreal (KMCM).
It’s a wonderful opportunity for people from all backgrounds to come together to receive heartfelt advice, practical teachings and meditations. We can learn to live with greater meaning and joy by applying Buddha’s wisdom (Dharma) in daily life.
The focus of this year’s Dharma Celebrations will be the healing practice of Medicine Buddha. In these modern times, people suffer from so much pain, confusion, and conflict. We need a special reliable method to heal this pain—first from within our own mind, from which we can then develop the power to heal others. Medicine Buddha practice fulfills this aim, bringing us closer to world peace.
Gen Kelsang Chodor will grant the blessing empowerment of Medicine Buddha. The empowerment is a guided meditation and blessing ceremony that connects us directly with enlightened healing energy, awakening our potential for pure happiness and the ability to benefit others.
Please join us! Everyone is welcome. This is a most precious opportunity, not to be missed.
Celebration Teacher
Gen Kelsang Chodor is the National Spiritual Director of Canada and the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada in Toronto.
He is admired by students because of his practical knowledge, warm presentations and authentic teachings, as well as his natural joy and sense of humour. He is skilled at putting everyone at ease and helping them solve their problems and anxieties with practical Dharma advice.
Gen Kelsang Chodor
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Friday, November 13
11:00 am– 12:30 pm : Sodjong with Gen Kelsang Chodor (for
ordained practitioners only)
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm: Introduction
Saturday, November 14
9:00 am – 10:00 am: Meditation
11:00 am – 1:00 pm: Empowerment with Gen Kelsang Chodor
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm: Teaching with Gen Kelsang Chodor
7:30 pm – 8:45 pm: Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayers with Tsog
Sunday, November 15
9:00 am – 10:00 am: Meditation
11:00 am – 12:30 pm: Teaching with Gen Kelsang Chodor
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Teaching with Gen Kelsang Chodor
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Kadampa Meditation Centre Montreal
835 Laurier Ave E, Montreal, Quebec H2J 1G2
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In-Person
Adults
• Full Celebration Early Bird Discount (Nov. 13–15): $165 (valid through Oct. 23)
• Full Celebration (Nov. 13–15): $195
• Introduction: Friday, Nov. 13: $25
• Saturday, Nov. 14 only: $100
• Sunday, Nov. 15 only: $70
• In-person Sojong: Friday, Nov. 13, 11:00 am–12:30 pm: $0 (ordained sangha only)
Children
To register children ages 0–15, email admin@meditationamontreal.org
• Ages 0–7: free
Full
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
• Ages 8–15: 50% discount
Full price (early bird): $83
Full price: $98
Friday: $13
Saturday: $50
Sunday: $35
• (Ages 16 and up: Full price, adult rate)
CDQ Meals:
Saturday, the 14th:
I’ll make my contribution today: recommended contribution of $16
I’ll make my contribution on the day of the meal: contribution of your choice to be paid at the reception desk on the day of the meal.
Sunday, the 15th:
I’ll make my contribution today: recommended contribution of $16
I’ll make my contribution on the day of the meal: a contribution of your choice to be paid at the reception desk on the day of the meal.
Audio recordings: (GST + QST)
• Full celebration: $35
• Friday the 13th only: $5
• Saturday the 14th only: $15
• Sunday the 15th only: $15
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There will be a dedicated video link room for families. Children and young adults are welcome to attend the Celebration. However, for their safety and well-being, some special conditions apply. Please note that two responsible adult carers must be nominated for all children’s bookings if the child is 15 years old and under.
Due to the public nature of the Celebration, children’s safety and welfare is the responsibility of their nominated responsible adult carers at all times. KMC Montreal does not assume responsibility for children attending the Celebration. Children (of all ages) must be under adult supervision at all times.
Celebration Passes
To help ensure the safety of your child, and so that they can be easily reunited with their carers in case difficulties arise, passes for children under 16 will need 2 carers, identified on the back of their passes.
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More information to come.
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For accommodations, a confirmation will be sent by October 7. Your spot will be guaranteed upon payment. We cannot guarantee your spot if payment is not made. Once confirmed, payment is due by October 14.
September 23: Official QDC registration opens
September 30: Accommodation pre-registration opens
October 7: Confirmation of accommodation registrations.
October 14: Deadline to secure accommodations.
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More information to come.
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A Tharpa Shop featuring books, sadhanas, offerings and other goodies will be open during the in-person celebration. An on-line shop will also be available.
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The Celebration is organized and run by volunteers. There are many opportunities and ways in which you can help, such as preparing food, serving, clearing, cleaning, setting up, helping in the café or bookshop. Volunteering is a wonderful way to meet other Kadampas from across Quebec. Your contribution of time and energy is an important part of making the Celebration happen and is deeply appreciated. Please consider stopping by the volunteering desk in the registration area to find out how you can help, or contact your local centre for more information.
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Live English translation will be provided during the celebration for the teachings in French. Please reserve a spot for the translation by November 6.
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Seats will be assigned for those who need special headphones during the teachings. Please reserve a spot by November 3.
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Healing with Every Breath - Discover the Transformative Power of Meditation
DATE & TIME
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
LOCATION
Kadampa Meditation Centre Montreal
Are you ready to discover a simple yet powerful way to reduce stress, open your heart, and find deeper peace—even in challenging times?Special guest Teacher and Buddhist monk, Gen Chodor, will introduce one of the most renowned ancient meditations taught by Buddha, known as 'taking and giving'. In this practice we transform the simple act of breathing into a powerful practice that deepens our love and compassion for others and heals our mind from the source of our own suffering. This special practice helps us transform everyday difficulties into opportunities for genuine compassion and inner freedom.
The evening will be suitable for everyone, regardless of experience. It will include a talk and meditation followed by delicious refreshments.
This public talk will be in English with simultaneous translation in French.
Everyone is welcome!
FEES
$30 at the door or $20 early bird until Thursday Oct 14No previous experience of meditation is required. Everyone is welcome.
Bookings for this public talk can be done here
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More information to come.
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Kadampa Meditation Centre Montreal
835, avenue Laurier est, Montréal, QC, H2J 1G2
Email : info@meditationamontreal.org
Phone : 514-521-2529
