Appropriate Response

Appropriate Response

What is the appropriate response to CoVid19? In Douglas Adams’ first book the “Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy” he refers to the the guide as bearing the words “DON’T PANIC inscribed in large yellow friendly letters on its cover.” In this time of CoVid-19 we...

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Sesshin & Other Intensive Opportunities For Engagement

Sesshin & Other Intensive Opportunities For Engagement

Our last summer sesshin at our former temple in Sooke, Kokizan-ji (Red Flag Mountain Temple) happened August 7-14, 2016.  Seven day retreats are where the opportunity for juicy transformation happens as we immerse into intensive residential practice.  As we are going...
The Next Orientation to Zen Buddhist Practice Course Starts on June 25

The Next Orientation to Zen Buddhist Practice Course Starts on June 25

The next Orientation to Zen Buddhist Practice Course is starting June 25th.

Are you looking for a way to go beyond the simple basics of meditation, or how to take your practice deeper?

Are you ready to engage face-to-face with an experienced teacher, and explore how becoming involved with a community that was created to support meditation can inspire and enhance your own practice?

Volunteer Coordinator

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for pairing Zenwest members and associates with one of the many volunteer positions available to be filled at Zenwest.  At Zenwest, volunteering time and energy to the running of the centre not only ensures that the events and...