If your mind has been acting like a group chat you never agreed to join (constant notifications, questionable opinions, and absolutely no off switch), it might be time for a gentle upgrade. Join us Thursday evenings from 7–8pm for a Kadampa Buddhist meditation class with Mike Boudreau—where we learn to calm the chaos, befriend our mind, and maybe even stop replaying that awkward thing we said in 2007. Based on the teachings of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, these classes are perfectly designed for busy humans who would like a little more peace and a little less “why did I say that?” Each class includes two guided meditations, a short, practical teaching, and—arguably the real enlightenment—tea and cookies with lovely humans.

Our series, Inspiring Solutions for Difficult Times, is all about turning life’s lemons into…well, spiritual lemonade (no sugar required). Because let’s be honest—life doesn’t stop throwing curveballs, it just gets better at aiming. Instead of being blown around like a candle in the wind, you’ll learn how to steady your mind and maybe even enjoy the breeze. Topics include The Power of Compassion (March 19), Immeasurable Love (March 26), Learning to Surf (April 2—no wetsuit required), Acceptance (April 9), Compassion in Action (April 16), and The Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness (April 23). Come for the meditation, stay for the tea and cookies, and leave with a mind that’s just a little more peaceful—and a lot less dramatic.

About us

We are the Shuswap branch of Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley.

We hold weekly meditation classes in Salmon Arm. From time to time we hold classes in other Shuswap and Okanagan communities. Would you like a class in your community? Please ask and we will be happy to make that happen!

The Shuswap (named after Shuswap Lake) includes eight different communities: Chase, North Shuswap, Sicamous, Salmon Arm, Enderby, Falkland, South Shuswap, and Armstrong and Spallumcheen.

Our Thursday evening meditation Teacher is Mike Boudreau. He is a sincere and dedicated Kadampa practitioner, teacher, and volunteer. We are very fortunate to have him as our weekly teacher in Salmon Arm.

Our meditation classes are open to everyone. You can drop in to any class any time; pre-registration is not required. You don’t have to be a Buddhist to attend – everyone can benefit from these classes.

Each week there is a talk on a practical subject, 2 meditations, and time for questions. People find that they become more peaceful through attending these classes, and learn methods to deal with difficult situations and to find more happiness and meaning in their life.

Why not try a class!

Thursday evenings
7-8 pm
GreenSpace at the First United Community Church
450 Okanagan Ave E, Salmon Arm, BC