On October 5th, Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto held a seminar on "Taking Refuge in the Triple Gem and Upholding the Five Precepts," featuring a special lecture by Venerable Hui Zhao, Deputy Abbot of Fo Guang Shan Monastery. The seminar offered an in-depth exploration of key Buddhist practices, focusing on those preparing for the Triple Gem Refuge and Five Precepts Ceremony scheduled for October 13th. Participants gained a deeper understanding of the spiritual significance of taking refuge in the Buddha,Dharma, and Sangha, and of following the Five Precepts as guiding principles in their daily lives.

On September 28-29, the 35th annual Word on The Street Toronto, Canada’s largest free street book festival, took place at Queen's Park in downtown Toronto. Among the many participants, Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto, along with volunteers from the Buddha’s Light International Association (BLIA) English Subchapter, presented the teachings of Humanistic Buddhism. Led by Wilson Yau, the localization team leader, the group showcased books authored by Venerable Master Hsing Yun, published by American Buddha’s Light Publications.

On September 16, the Canada Choirs of the North American Buddha’s Light, led by Venerable Chueh Fan, Abbess of Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto, and guided by Venerable Ru Zhong, participated in the inaugural Buddha’s Light Cup Choir Competition in Melaka, Malaysia. The competition took place at the Encore Melaka National Theatre, bringing together 17 choirs from 9 countries, with over 900 participants in attendance.

On September 15, the Young Adult Division (YAD) of Toronto, part of the Buddha’s Light International Association (BLIA), hosted a vibrant welcome event at Fo Guang Shan Temple Toronto. The gathering, titled “Coexistence and Co-Prosperity Between Buddhism and Youth”, was a celebration of past activities and an introduction to new members. Under the guidance of Venerable Zhi Guan, the temple’s superintendent and youth advisor, along with YAD Vice President Stacey Tran and other youth leaders, the day was filled with engaging activities that fostered community spirit and connection.

The 2024 Peel Region Community Crime Awareness Day was held on September14th in Mississauga’s Chinatown, marking its debut at this location. VenerableZhi Guan, superintendent of Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto, and BLIA Toronto Chapter Advisor Ken Choi attended the event, alongside notable figures such asMississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish, as well as officials from the Peel Regional Police and Fire Department.

On the warm and sunny morning of September 1st, over 70 book enthusiasts gathered at the Main Shrine of Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto to participate in a World Café book club. Divided into ten groups, participants engaged in discussions in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, focusing on the works of Venerable Master Hsing Yun, the founder of the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Order, Cultivating Joy in the Human World: The Vimalakirti Sutra. To create a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, the temple provided coffee and snacks, and copies of the Master’s works for attendees to take home were displayed on each table, building affinity and extending the joy and insights gained from the session.