In interdependent intimacy with the land, and with the elements as our queer teachers, elders, and kin, we will reconnect to knowing our own inherent nature as already free, and our queerness itself as an awakening.

Leilani Navar and Jess Serrante, WTR facilitors and friends of Joanna’s, will talk about what they’ve learned from Joanna’s life story and invite you into a conversation about how her story can help all of us to rise to meet the opportunities and challenges of our times.

The Secular Buddhist Network has a discussion group for those who wish to share their experiences of and discuss new possibilities for bringing secular Buddhist ideas, ethics, and practices to community groups and political movements. The group meets the first Friday of every month, at 1 pm US Eastern Time.

In a world rife with systemic injustice, “cutting through the noise” has never been more critical. Let us come together with a commitment to justice to embody peace and bear witness in shared public places. Attendees will be invited to reflect, pray, or simply rest in the sights, sounds, and feelings of the present moment. Facilitators will provide brief instructions for finding mindful quiet.

In this practice, we'll cultivate equanimity by bringing mindful awareness to the elements within and around us. Rooted in the Buddha's First Foundation of Mindfulness and the Filipinx practice of Kapwa—our deep interconnectedness—we'll remember our belonging with the living world, our ancestors, and one another as a way of meeting these times with wise and compassionate presence.

Experience meditating together for the well-being of people, planet, and participants - a monthly live meditation designed for activists, open to all levels.

Climate cafés focus on feelings; no feeling is too difficult or taboo to discuss. Participants are invited to share as much or as little as they are comfortable with. Our events are only available for individuals 16 years of age and older residing in Canada.

We invite you to join us as we commemorate the one-year anniversary of the passing of Reverend Dr. Larry Ward, True Great Sound. Gathering in beloved community, we will remember, celebrate, and honor the continuing presence of our beloved ancestor, elder, friend, and teacher. There will be ceremony and ritual, as well as chanting, poetry, and storytelling. Speakers: Dr. Peggy Rowe Ward, Kaira Jewel Lingo, Sister Peace, Joe Reilly, Reggie Hubbard, Dr. Kamilah Majied and Reverend Genjo.

BCD offers a monthly gathering for those who want to engage in mindful reflection and find practical ways to be more involved in making change happen. We get together on the third Wednesday of every month.

Hosted by Lama Willa and Deborah Eden Tull, these gatherings invite us to experience Dharma not as fixed doctrine, but as a living, relational field—one that emerges spontaneously through authentic dialogue and shared presence. Guests for this series include Kazu Haga, Susie Harrington, Kritee Kanko, Adam Lobel, Thanissara, and Karen Waconda-Lewis, with additional guests to be announced. You only need to register once to access the full year of monthly Dharma Dialogues and you may join at any point during the series.