Before leaving Tibet, the Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche received many direct pith instructions from his teacher Khenpo Gangshar. Some of these took place in a heightened environment where the teacher is willing to do anything it takes to help wake up the student. Chögyam Trungpa wrote three inner autobiographies about these transmissional and transformative times with his teacher. In one of them he describes how Khenpo Gangshar taught him to teach in the future, giving him very direct and profound meditation instructions, including pointing out the nature of mind.

Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, a close dharma brother of the Vidyadhara, has kindly agreed to teach us this yet-to-be-published translation of The Sun of Wisdom by the Nalanda Translation Committee. We have this unique opportunity to dive deeply into the practice and meaning of these teachings guided by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche in a 4-day retreat over Canadian Thanksgiving weekend within the natural beauty of Dorje Denma Ling. To conclude the retreat, we will celebrate Thanksgiving dinner with Rinpoche!

Who May Attend

This retreat is open to students who have received pointing out the nature of mind instructions from an authentic lineage teacher.

What to Expect

There will be three sessions of practice and/or teachings each day.

Please register early – space is limited to 60 participants.

Schedule

Friday, October 10
3 – 5   Arrival
5:30  Dinner
6:30  Orientation
7 pm  First Teaching

Saturday & Sunday, October 11–12
7 – 8 Meditation
8 – 9 Breakfast
9 -12 Teaching & Meditation
12 – 3 Lunch, Rota, and Rest:
3 – 6 Teaching & Meditation:
6:30 Dinner
Open Evening

Monday, October 13
7 – 8 Meditation
8 – 9 Breakfast
9 – 12 Teaching & Meditation
2 – 4 Thanksgiving Dinner:
Departure after dinner
or
Optional overnight stay: add extra night when registering

Tuesday, October 14
Departure after breakfast

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: $390

Lodging: Lodging costs are additional and vary by accommodation type. To make space for as many participants as possible, we are offering double occupancy only for this retreat. Sharing accommodations is a way to support the retreat environment through community and connection.

Tenting and non-insulated cabins are available. Please be aware that mid-October nights can be cold, and these options are best suited for those with proper gear and experience. If needed, indoor floor space in the shrine room can be made available as a backup.

If you require single occupancy for health or personal reasons, or if on-land lodging is full, please contact us at [email protected]. We may have off-land options available.

A 50% deposit is required to secure your place.

Visit the Registration Form or this page for a list of options and pricing.

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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Related Resource

• Bodhicharya International – Biographical details, teaching schedule, writings, and ongoing projects.