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About The Dharma Centre of Canada
The Dharma Centre of Canada
Mission & Vision
The Dharma Centre of Canada is one of the oldest meditation centres in North America. Founded in 1966 by Namgyal Rinpoche, it is a non-sectarian charitable organization dedicated to the study, contemplation and practice of Dharma, the universal truth of liberation.
Through training and cultivation of profound awareness, compassion and wisdom in formal meditation and daily life, the path of freedom from suffering and the causes of suffering naturally opens to personal transformation that extends to the care and innate awakening of all and the welfare of the world. This path, historically, has benefitted many beings.
With an emphasis on Buddhist practices, The Dharma Centre continues to host qualified teachers from different traditions and paths of awakening. This includes meditation mast
Through training and cultivation of profound awareness, compassion and wisdom in formal meditation and daily life, the path of freedom from suffering and the causes of suffering naturally opens to personal transformation that extends to the care and innate awakening of all and the welfare of the world. This path, historically, has benefitted many beings.
With an emphasis on Buddhist practices, The Dharma Centre continues to host qualified teachers from different traditions and paths of awakening. This includes meditation mast
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
The Dharma Centre is situated on 400 acres of beautiful boreal forest. It’s 12 buildings only occupy a small fraction of this large acreage, so much of the land is completely untouched and home to much wildlife.
The property includes wetlands, lakes, ponds, streams and lots of forest.
Numerous hiking trails traverse the property and there is a main road that runs from the front to the back of the property. Access to Union Lake can be gained from here using our canoe or kayak for those...
The property includes wetlands, lakes, ponds, streams and lots of forest.
Numerous hiking trails traverse the property and there is a main road that runs from the front to the back of the property. Access to Union Lake can be gained from here using our canoe or kayak for those...
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
We serve primarily organic whole vegetarian food that does include dairy and naturally occurring gluten. We endeavour to make everything from scratch with unprocessed items. Our garden continues to gr
Getting Here
The Dharma Centre of Canada, 1267 Galway Rd, Kinmount, ON K0M 2A0, Canada
Directions
🧭 How to Get to the Dharma Centre of Canada
📍 Address: 1267 Galway Road, Kinmount, Ontario, K0M 2A0, Canada
🌐 dharmacentre.org
✈️ Nearest Airports
1. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Major hub for international and domestic flights
Located ~2.5–3 hours by car from the Dharma Centre
Recommended for most international and out-of-province guests
2. Peterborough Airport (YPQ) (Regional)
Small regional airport ~1.5 hours away
Limited commercial service — mainly charter or private flights
🚗 Recommended Travel from Toronto Pearson (YYZ)
🛣️ By Car (Most Convenient)
Drive northeast via ON-401 E → ON-115 N → ON-35 N → Galway Road
Approx. 2.5 to 3 hours total
GPS: Search “Dharma Centre of Canada” or use the full address above
🅿️ Free parking available onsite
🚐 By Public Transit + Taxi (Not Direct, But Possible)
From Toronto Pearson: Take the UP Express to Union Station (~25 mins)
From Union Station: Take a GO Bus or VIA Rail to Peterborough or Lindsay
From Peterborough/Lindsay: Arrange a local taxi or ride-share to the Centre (approx. 1–1.5 hours)
⚠️ Public transport does not go directly to the Centre — taxi or ride-share needed for the final leg.
🚖 Ride-Share Option
You can coordinate a ride with other retreatants — we’re happy to help connect participants!
Ask us about ride-sharing when you register.
🛏️ Arrival Time
Check-in typically begins after 3:00 PM on the retreat start date.
Please let us know your estimated arrival time in advance.
📍 Address: 1267 Galway Road, Kinmount, Ontario, K0M 2A0, Canada
🌐 dharmacentre.org
✈️ Nearest Airports
1. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Major hub for international and domestic flights
Located ~2.5–3 hours by car from the Dharma Centre
Recommended for most international and out-of-province guests
2. Peterborough Airport (YPQ) (Regional)
Small regional airport ~1.5 hours away
Limited commercial service — mainly charter or private flights
🚗 Recommended Travel from Toronto Pearson (YYZ)
🛣️ By Car (Most Convenient)
Drive northeast via ON-401 E → ON-115 N → ON-35 N → Galway Road
Approx. 2.5 to 3 hours total
GPS: Search “Dharma Centre of Canada” or use the full address above
🅿️ Free parking available onsite
🚐 By Public Transit + Taxi (Not Direct, But Possible)
From Toronto Pearson: Take the UP Express to Union Station (~25 mins)
From Union Station: Take a GO Bus or VIA Rail to Peterborough or Lindsay
From Peterborough/Lindsay: Arrange a local taxi or ride-share to the Centre (approx. 1–1.5 hours)
⚠️ Public transport does not go directly to the Centre — taxi or ride-share needed for the final leg.
🚖 Ride-Share Option
You can coordinate a ride with other retreatants — we’re happy to help connect participants!
Ask us about ride-sharing when you register.
🛏️ Arrival Time
Check-in typically begins after 3:00 PM on the retreat start date.
Please let us know your estimated arrival time in advance.
