This is a collaboration between Dharmata Foundation and Dorje Denma Ling.

Radical Awakening

The Sharp Vajra of Awareness Tantra, a terma or revelation received by 19th-century Dzogchen Master Dudjom Lingpa, encapsulates the entirety of Dzogchen, and holds a potency that can awaken our minds and transform our hearts.

During this 5-day retreat, Rinpoche will draw from his commentary on this tantra to guide participants to a direct experience of the nature of mind, which is the heart of this text. Rinpoche feels strongly that Dudjom Lingpa’s teachings are the right medicine for our psyches in this chaotic age that, albeit challenging, holds great potential for awakening.

Who May Attend

This retreat is open to everyone, regardless of experience level, offering a space for both beginners and seasoned meditators to deepen their practice.

We kindly ask that you fully commit to the retreat. This commitment is important for the following reasons:

• A meditation retreat is a transformative process. Participants are invited to make a sacred commitment to attend the entirety of the full five-day retreat — to honour and trust this process.
• Once a retreat begins, a sacred container is formed, created by the collective good intentions of all participants to be fully present. This mutual presence supports and uplifts everyone involved.

Recommended Reading

• Voice of the Primordial Buddha: A Commentary on Dudjom Lingpa’s Sharp Vajra of Awareness Tantra, Anam Thubten Rinpoche

Collaboration between Dharmata Foundation and Dorje Denma Ling. Anam Thubten is the founder and spiritual advisor of Dharmata Foundation. Dorje Denma Ling is an inclusive Buddhist retreat centre located near Tatamagouche, NS. Register for this retreat at orjedenmaling.org

Arrival 

Tuesday July 22, 2025 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Atlantic

Dinner at 6:30 p.m.

Evening orientation to follow.

Departure

Sunday July 22, 2025, after lunch.

Optional Fellowship Ceremony

At the close of the retreat, Anam Thubten Rinpoche will offer a traditional Fellowship Ceremony, which includes the Refuge and Bodhisattva Vows. This will take place on the final evening and is open to all — whether or not you’ve participated in the retreat.

There is no fee for the ceremony. Should you feel inspired, a heartfelt offering to Rinpoche is welcome (no cheques, please). You may also offer online via this link.

Those wishing to stay overnight for the ceremony may request additional accommodation during registration.

If you would like to take vows at the ceremony, please register. Witnesses should not register.

Register for the Fellowship Ceremony

Costs

All prices are in $CAD. Please consider paying by e-transfer, cheque, or cash. Saving transaction fees helps us keep the Centre going.
Tuition & Meals: CA$650
Lodging: Extra: varies by type.

Generosity Policy: We have a donor-supported pay what you can policy and scholarships available. If you need financial assistance in order to attend, please complete this form and our Finance Director will contact you. If you have questions or would like to set up a payment plan, contact our Finance Department at [email protected].

Registration and Cancellation Policies

Please take note that our registration and cancellation policies have been updated. You can read our registration and cancellation policies here.

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