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<div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Dear Devotees, Well-Wishers, Friends of the Temple, and all those who contributed in various ways to making the New Chaithya Project a great success,</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Last Saturday, we had the great pleasure of opening the magnificent new Chaithya and the Samadhi Buddha Statue to the public—the most significant project undertaken since the opening of the New Temple Building in 2012.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">On behalf of the Halton Peel Buddhist Cultural Society, the West End Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre, the Resident Monks, and the West End Dhamma School, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who contributed to the successful completion of the Chaithya Project. Your unwavering support, dedication, and generosity have brought this significant milestone to fruition, enriching our community and strengthening our shared spiritual journey.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To our donors: your financial contributions—including those through the sponsorship of Chaithya artefacts, the Golden Brick Wall Program, and direct donations—have been instrumental in turning our vision into reality. Your belief in our mission has provided the foundation for this sacred space, which will serve as a beacon of peace and mindfulness for generations to come.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To the Chaithya Project Committee, the Dayaka Sabha, and the hundreds of volunteers who came together to help: your countless hours of hard work—from planning and coordination to hands-on efforts—have been the heartbeat of this project. Your commitment reflects the true spirit of community and selflessness that lies at the core of our Buddhist values.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To our community members and supporters: your encouragement, participation in our programs, and shared enthusiasm have inspired us throughout this journey. Whether through attending our daily worship, meditation classes, or Sunday Dhamma School, your presence has reinforced the importance of this project as a space “Where Friendships Begin and Never End.”</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The Chaithya Project stands as a testament to our collective efforts to foster spiritual growth, cultural preservation, and community unity. It is a place where all are welcome to practice mindfulness, engage in Buddhist teachings, and build connections that transcend generations. We are deeply honored to have you as part of this endeavor.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As we celebrate this achievement, we invite you to join us for upcoming programs at the West End Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre, where we will continue to nurture our community through worship, meditation, and educational initiatives. Your continued support will help sustain our mission to provide spiritual guidance and cultural enrichment to the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">May you all be well and happy!</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">With profound gratitude and blessings,</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Venerable Kulugammana Dhammawasa Nayaka Thero -On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Halton Peel Buddhist Cultural Society, West End Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre, the Resident Monks, and the West End Dhamma School</span></div> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"><img src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/80271f89-5125-955d-03a6-1b4c3d71b38b.jpg" width="800" /><img src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/d3e3b293-4dd5-c7ab-bc47-45f4d13de61b.jpg" width="800" /><img src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/9711e1cd-0d44-37af-b038-93793a48ed55.jpg" width="800" /></div> <div dir="auto">Photo credit to: Janaka Mohan, Kithsiri Mallawarachchi, and Shyamalee Mallawarachchi.</div> </div>

<div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Dear Devotees, Well-Wishers, Friends of the Temple, and all those who contributed in various ways to making the New Chaithya Project a great success,</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Last Saturday, we had the great pleasure of opening the magnificent new Chaithya and the Samadhi Buddha Statue to the public—the most significant project undertaken since the opening of the New Temple Building in 2012.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">On behalf of the Halton Peel Buddhist Cultural Society, the West End Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre, the Resident Monks, and the West End Dhamma School, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who contributed to the successful completion of the Chaithya Project. Your unwavering support, dedication, and generosity have brought this significant milestone to fruition, enriching our community and strengthening our shared spiritual journey.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To our donors: your financial contributions—including those through the sponsorship of Chaithya artefacts, the Golden Brick Wall Program, and direct donations—have been instrumental in turning our vision into reality. Your belief in our mission has provided the foundation for this sacred space, which will serve as a beacon of peace and mindfulness for generations to come.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To the Chaithya Project Committee, the Dayaka Sabha, and the hundreds of volunteers who came together to help: your countless hours of hard work—from planning and coordination to hands-on efforts—have been the heartbeat of this project. Your commitment reflects the true spirit of community and selflessness that lies at the core of our Buddhist values.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To our community members and supporters: your encouragement, participation in our programs, and shared enthusiasm have inspired us throughout this journey. Whether through attending our daily worship, meditation classes, or Sunday Dhamma School, your presence has reinforced the importance of this project as a space “Where Friendships Begin and Never End.”</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The Chaithya Project stands as a testament to our collective efforts to foster spiritual growth, cultural preservation, and community unity. It is a place where all are welcome to practice mindfulness, engage in Buddhist teachings, and build connections that transcend generations. We are deeply honored to have you as part of this endeavor.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As we celebrate this achievement, we invite you to join us for upcoming programs at the West End Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre, where we will continue to nurture our community through worship, meditation, and educational initiatives. Your continued support will help sustain our mission to provide spiritual guidance and cultural enrichment to the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">May you all be well and happy!</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">With profound gratitude and blessings,</span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Venerable Kulugammana Dhammawasa Nayaka Thero -On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Halton Peel Buddhist Cultural Society, West End Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre, the Resident Monks, and the West End Dhamma School</span></div> <div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></div> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div> <div dir="auto"><img src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/80271f89-5125-955d-03a6-1b4c3d71b38b.jpg" width="800" /><img src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/d3e3b293-4dd5-c7ab-bc47-45f4d13de61b.jpg" width="800" /><img src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/9711e1cd-0d44-37af-b038-93793a48ed55.jpg" width="800" /></div> <div dir="auto">Photo credit to: Janaka Mohan, Kithsiri Mallawarachchi, and Shyamalee Mallawarachchi.</div> </div> 2025-05-29T17:45:36-04:00 2025-05-29T17:45:36-04:00 https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/index.php/activities/227-invitation-chaithya-opening-ceremony Super User

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margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/thumbnail_image.png" alt="" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table class="mcnTextBlock" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody class="mcnTextBlockOuter"> <tr> <td class="mcnTextBlockInner" valign="top"> <table class="mcnTextContentContainer" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td class="mcnTextContent" valign="top">  <table border="0" width="593" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="300" height="26"><strong>Location</strong></td> <td width="177"><strong>Address</strong></td> <td style="text-align: right;" width="57"><strong>Spots</strong></td> <td style="text-align: right;" width="57"><strong>Walk Mins</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Salvation Army Church</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/RqsBsKcA3GEt2ind9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3173 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">60</td> <td align="right">2</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Parking allowed until 3.00 PM)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Mini Skool</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fuhq7mUsvxBHfQ8S7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3153 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">20</td> <td align="right">2</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>St John Dixe Cemetery and  Crematorium</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/LtRwiDuvq8KpnwSD9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">719 Dundas St E</a></td> <td align="right">350</td> <td align="right">10</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Mississauga City Baptist Church</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/PFdKmypzDQZ8bfWh8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3434 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">90</td> <td align="right">15</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Dixie Presbyterian Church</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/aygvtDhrV4qb7zG5A" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3065 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">35</td> <td align="right">3</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Street Parking</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vQXRyaCyFJMSUVdK8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Greenway Meadow Cr</a></td> <td align="right">40</td> <td align="right">6</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Parking allowed between 8.00 AM - 2.00 PM)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Street Parking</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/E3wtiESv7D459dAH9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Candela Drive</a></td> <td align="right">40</td> <td align="right">8</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Parking allowed between 8.00 AM - 2.00 PM)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /><strong>Important:</strong> <ul> <li>There is no parking at the Temple premises</li> <li><span style="background-color: #ffff99;">The Drop-off Location is the Salvation Army Church Car Park. There is a gate from the Salvation Army Church Car Park to the Temple premises.</span></li> <li>Please try to carpool</li> <li>Park at your own risk, and always park legally</li> </ul> Thank you, and we are looking forward to seeing you at the Chaithya Opening Ceremony! </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

<table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"> <table id="templatePreheader" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"> <table class="templateContainer" border="0" width="600" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td class="preheaderContainer" valign="top"> <table class="mcnImageBlock" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody class="mcnImageBlockOuter"> <tr> <td class="mcnImageBlockInner" valign="top"> <table class="mcnImageContentContainer" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td class="mcnImageContent" valign="top"><img class="mcnImage" src="https://mcusercontent.com/289cd4426bdb61b4e98631686/images/ca624e22-6c5d-4777-97e0-278bd3032af5.png" alt="" width="564" align="center" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"> <table id="templateHeader" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"> <table class="templateContainer" border="0" width="600" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td class="headerContainer" valign="top"> <table class="mcnTextBlock" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody class="mcnTextBlockOuter"> <tr> <td class="mcnTextBlockInner" valign="top"><br /><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/thumbnail_image.png" alt="" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table class="mcnTextBlock" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody class="mcnTextBlockOuter"> <tr> <td class="mcnTextBlockInner" valign="top"> <table class="mcnTextContentContainer" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td class="mcnTextContent" valign="top">  <table border="0" width="593" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="300" height="26"><strong>Location</strong></td> <td width="177"><strong>Address</strong></td> <td style="text-align: right;" width="57"><strong>Spots</strong></td> <td style="text-align: right;" width="57"><strong>Walk Mins</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Salvation Army Church</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/RqsBsKcA3GEt2ind9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3173 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">60</td> <td align="right">2</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Parking allowed until 3.00 PM)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Mini Skool</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fuhq7mUsvxBHfQ8S7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3153 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">20</td> <td align="right">2</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>St John Dixe Cemetery and  Crematorium</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/LtRwiDuvq8KpnwSD9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">719 Dundas St E</a></td> <td align="right">350</td> <td align="right">10</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Mississauga City Baptist Church</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/PFdKmypzDQZ8bfWh8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3434 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">90</td> <td align="right">15</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Dixie Presbyterian Church</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/aygvtDhrV4qb7zG5A" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3065 Cawthra Rd</a></td> <td align="right">35</td> <td align="right">3</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Whole day parking)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Street Parking</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vQXRyaCyFJMSUVdK8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Greenway Meadow Cr</a></td> <td align="right">40</td> <td align="right">6</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Parking allowed between 8.00 AM - 2.00 PM)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26"><strong>Street Parking</strong></td> <td><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/E3wtiESv7D459dAH9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Candela Drive</a></td> <td align="right">40</td> <td align="right">8</td> </tr> <tr> <td height="26">(Parking allowed between 8.00 AM - 2.00 PM)</td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /><strong>Important:</strong> <ul> <li>There is no parking at the Temple premises</li> <li><span style="background-color: #ffff99;">The Drop-off Location is the Salvation Army Church Car Park. There is a gate from the Salvation Army Church Car Park to the Temple premises.</span></li> <li>Please try to carpool</li> <li>Park at your own risk, and always park legally</li> </ul> Thank you, and we are looking forward to seeing you at the Chaithya Opening Ceremony! </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> 2025-05-29T12:58:04-04:00 2025-05-29T12:58:04-04:00 https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/index.php/activities/223-new-chaithya-opening-ceremony-31st-of-may-2025 Super User

<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/thumbnail_image.png" alt="" /></p> <p><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/Ceremonial_Schedule_for_the_Inauguration_of_the_New_Stupa_page-0001_1.jpg" alt="" /><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/image1.png" alt="" /><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Article_Documents/image.png" alt="" /></p>

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<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Dear Devotees, and Friends of the Temple, </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We are blessed to share the wonderful news of our new project at the Temple, made possible by the esteemed blessings of the Venerable Monks, the Trustees, and the unwavering support from the Dayaka Sabha, the devoted Temple community, and our dear friends.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Together, we are embarking on a momentous endeavor – the addition of a majestic Pagoda (Chaithya) and a sublime Buddha Statue to our beloved Temple.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ceremony to lay the Foundation Stones for the Chaithya (Pagoda) was held on Sunday the 25th of June 2023 headed by the esteemed Chief Abbot of the Temple, Ven. Kulugammana Dhammawasa Thero, alongside the participation of Ven. Dr. Mawarale Bhaddiya Thero, the Venerable Monks, and our cherished friends and devotees.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">It is with great joy that we invite you to join us in celebrating the new milestone of the history of our Temple, and contribute to the project.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/index.php/reserve-a-golden-brick"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Logo/Golden_Brick.jpg" alt="" /></span></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">You can reserve your Golden Bricks by visiting this link - <a href="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/index.php/reserve-a-golden-brick">Reserve Golden Bricks</a></span></p> <p><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">You can send your kind donations via Interac e-Transfer, Cheque, Cash or Credit Card payment via CanadaHelps page. Details of how to send the donations can be found here. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We count on your kind donations in making this project a success!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">May you all be well, happy and peaceful!</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <div data-ogsc=""> </div>

<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Dear Devotees, and Friends of the Temple, </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We are blessed to share the wonderful news of our new project at the Temple, made possible by the esteemed blessings of the Venerable Monks, the Trustees, and the unwavering support from the Dayaka Sabha, the devoted Temple community, and our dear friends.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Together, we are embarking on a momentous endeavor – the addition of a majestic Pagoda (Chaithya) and a sublime Buddha Statue to our beloved Temple.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ceremony to lay the Foundation Stones for the Chaithya (Pagoda) was held on Sunday the 25th of June 2023 headed by the esteemed Chief Abbot of the Temple, Ven. Kulugammana Dhammawasa Thero, alongside the participation of Ven. Dr. Mawarale Bhaddiya Thero, the Venerable Monks, and our cherished friends and devotees.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">It is with great joy that we invite you to join us in celebrating the new milestone of the history of our Temple, and contribute to the project.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/index.php/reserve-a-golden-brick"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/images/Logo/Golden_Brick.jpg" alt="" /></span></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">You can reserve your Golden Bricks by visiting this link - <a href="https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/index.php/reserve-a-golden-brick">Reserve Golden Bricks</a></span></p> <p><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">You can send your kind donations via Interac e-Transfer, Cheque, Cash or Credit Card payment via CanadaHelps page. Details of how to send the donations can be found here. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We count on your kind donations in making this project a success!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">May you all be well, happy and peaceful!</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <div data-ogsc=""> </div> 2021-05-11T20:09:39-04:00 2021-05-11T20:09:39-04:00 https://old.westendbuddhist.com/standby4/index.php/sil-days Super User

<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"> </span></p> <table width="576"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="235">2025-01-12 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Durutu Full Moonday.</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-02-16 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Nawam Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-03-16 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Madin Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-04-13 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Bak Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-05-04 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Vesak – Children Sil Day Program </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-05-11 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Vesak Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-06-08 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Poson Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-07-06 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Asala Full Moonday - Vas Aradhana</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-08-10 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Nikini Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-09-07 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Binara Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-10-05 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Vap Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-10-10/11 Friday &amp; Saturday</td> <td width="341">Annual Katina Katina Poojawa</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-11-02 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Il Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-12-07 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Uduwap Full Moonday.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Adults Sil Program:</strong></p> <p><strong>09:00am to 11:30am  - </strong><em>Conducted by Ven, Dr. Bhante Saranapala (Observance of Ata Sil, Buddha Puja, Guided Meditation)</em></p> <p><strong>12:30pm to 02:00pm  - </strong><em>Conducted by Resident Monks (Dhamma Sakachcha)</em></p> <p><strong>02:15pm to 03:30pm  - </strong><em>Conducted by Resident Monks (Dhamma Sermon)</em></p> <p><strong>04:00pm to 05:00pm</strong>  <strong>- </strong><em>Conducted by Resident Monks</em><strong> </strong>(Buddha Puja<em>, Termination of Ata Sil)</em></p> <p> </p>

<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"> </span></p> <table width="576"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="235">2025-01-12 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Durutu Full Moonday.</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-02-16 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Nawam Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-03-16 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Madin Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-04-13 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Bak Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-05-04 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Vesak – Children Sil Day Program </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-05-11 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Vesak Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-06-08 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Poson Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-07-06 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Asala Full Moonday - Vas Aradhana</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-08-10 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Nikini Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-09-07 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Binara Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-10-05 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Vap Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-10-10/11 Friday &amp; Saturday</td> <td width="341">Annual Katina Katina Poojawa</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-11-02 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Il Full Moonday</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="235">2025-12-07 Sunday</td> <td width="341">Uduwap Full Moonday.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Adults Sil Program:</strong></p> <p><strong>09:00am to 11:30am  - </strong><em>Conducted by Ven, Dr. Bhante Saranapala (Observance of Ata Sil, Buddha Puja, Guided Meditation)</em></p> <p><strong>12:30pm to 02:00pm  - </strong><em>Conducted by Resident Monks (Dhamma Sakachcha)</em></p> <p><strong>02:15pm to 03:30pm  - </strong><em>Conducted by Resident Monks (Dhamma Sermon)</em></p> <p><strong>04:00pm to 05:00pm</strong>  <strong>- </strong><em>Conducted by Resident Monks</em><strong> </strong>(Buddha Puja<em>, Termination of Ata Sil)</em></p> <p> </p>