ABO & Bhutan Dharma Centre Pray for Nepal Flood Relief

In solidarity with communities affected by severe flooding in Nepal, the Association of Bhutanese in Ontario (ABO) and the Bhutan Dharma Centre in Toronto jointly organized a special four-hour prayer ceremony on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The ceremony was chaired by the BDC lama Khenpo Tashi Tenzin. Members of the community gathered at the Bhutan Dharma Centre on Bloor Street West to offer heartfelt prayers for the safety, wellbeing, and swift recovery of all individuals and families impacted by the disaster. During the session, 108 butter lamps were lit to dedicate merit, offer light during hardship, and extend collective compassion to everyone facing loss and disruption across the region. The ABO and the Bhutan Dharma Centre extend their deepest sympathies to all those affected by the floods and remain united in prayer for peace, protection, and speedy restoration.

Khenpo Tashi Tenzin: A Life Offered in Service to the Dharma

In recognition of his years of service, depth of practice, and ongoing commitment to the Dharma, Khenpo Tashi Tenzin was formally conferred the title of Khenpo during His Eminence Tsula Lopen Rinpoche’s Dharma Tour on July 10, 2026 — marking a new chapter in his continuing spiritual responsibility. Born in Kanglung, Bhutan, he showed a deep calling toward the study and practice of Buddhadharma from an early age. His formal education began at Kanglung Buddhist College, where he laid the philosophical and monastic foundations that would shape his life’s path. Khenpo went on to complete a Master’s degree in Buddhist Philosophy at Tango University in 2014, developing a rigorous understanding of the sutras and shastras. Committed to a path that joined scholarship with direct practice, he then undertook a one-year Ngöndro retreat at Chari Goenpa, completing the preliminary practices that prepare the mind for deeper realization. The following year, he entered a three-year retreat at Drolung Goenpa. He emerged in 2019 having received the complete Pelden Drukpai Damnga lineage transmission directly from His Holiness Chabje Jutsen Tenzin Dhendup — a transmission that formally connected him to an unbroken lineage of teachers and entrusted him with the responsibility of preserving and sharing these teachings. In 2020, Khenpo Tashi Tenzin began teaching as a lecturer at Kanglung Shedra, guiding a new generation of students in Buddhist philosophy. He was then appointed Lam of Trimshing Dungkhag in Tashigang, where he served the local community’s spiritual needs for four years with humility and dedication. A new chapter began when His Eminence Tsula Lopen Rinpoche established the Bhutan Dharma Centre in Toronto, Canada, to serve the Bhutanese community and support the practice of Buddhadharma abroad. Khenpo Tashi Tenzin was appointed the centre’s first Lam, a role in which he continues to support the spiritual life of the Bhutanese diaspora and all who visit the centre. May Khenpo Tashi Tenzin continue this path of service with wisdom and compassion, supporting the Bhutanese community in Canada as it builds a new life abroad. May the Bhutan Dharma Centre continue to grow as a place of refuge and learning, and may his work continue to benefit all beings. Sarva Mangalam.

H.E. Tsulga Lopen Karma Rangdol Rinpoche’s Spiritual Visit to Toronto

The Bhutanese community in Toronto is honored to welcome H.E. Tsulga Lopen Karma Rangdol Rinpoche and entourage for a sacred spiritual visit from June 28 to July 10, 2026. Hosted by the Bhutan Dharma Center, the visit will feature a series of blessings, wang empowerments, rimdros, prayers, and community gatherings dedicated to peace, wellbeing, and the preservation of Bhutanese Buddhist traditions in Canada. Over the course of the visit, devotees and community members will have the rare opportunity to receive important spiritual teachings and participate in ceremonies including Zhingdrup, Yoepame Wang, Drolkar Wang, Thoe Theng Rig Nga Wang, Zambala Wang, Singye Tsewa Wang, Drakpo Marchen, Jab Zhe, and Tse Chok & Namsey Tsheringma. Community members are warmly encouraged to attend, participate, and support the spiritual activities throughout Rinpoche’s visit. Toronto Program Schedule Date Program Remarks June 28 Arrival Reception at airport June 29 Rest June 30 – July 2 ZhingdrupYoepame Wang (3rd day) For the benefit of all community members. Community members are requested to support and participate. July 3 Visit to Wutai Shan Buddhist Garden July 4 AM: Drolkar WangPM: Thoe Theng Rig Nga Wang For the benefit of all community members. Community members are requested to support and participate. July 5 AM: Zambala WangPM: Singye Tsewa Wang, Lung & Tshokhor July 6 Rest / Visits July 7 Community RimdroDrakpo Marchen & Jab Zhe For the benefit of all community members. Community members are requested to support and participate. July 8 Community RimdroTse Chok & Namsey Tsheringma July 9 Rest / Khamsang Kago in the evening, dinner with Rinpoche, and cultural program July 10 Departure for Vancouver See off at airport