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Our Interview with Suzanne Simard
Swami Lalitananda interviews Dr. Suzanne Simard, professor of Forest Ecology in the UBC Faculty of Forestry. An enlightening discussion about climate change, forestry and mother trees. She has recently published her bestselling book: Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom … Read more » Read more »
Recipe – Lavender Shortbread Cookies
These lavender shortbread cookies are buttery and lightly sweet, with a floral flavour and aroma from dried lavender. They’re a perfect cookie to pair with tea or give as a gift. Ingredients 2 tsp dried lavender 3 sticks (¾ lb) … Read more » Read more »
Captikwl by Jodie Berard
“Nsyilxcin language and Syilx culture are taught to honour the natural laws that creator has given us. Storytelling has been known to show up within different forms of art, as you see with these 2 pieces I was gifted from the Cedar Forest. Read more »
YDC 2020 Testimonials
Graduates of the 2020 YDC speak about their experience – and invite you to join this life-changing program. Niamh – “Participating in the YDC I feel I was given the opportunity to learn the true meaning of self-acceptance in an … Read more » Read more »
Tour the Ashram With Us
Anna Marie Wasylenki, a 2021 Yoga Development graduate, takes you on a tour of some of the many special places on the Ashram grounds and its surrounding beauty. Experience the sacred land upon which we live and plan your visit … Read more » Read more »
A Celebration of Life for Swami Radhananda
A Celebration of Life for Swami Radhananda (1941-2021) Wednesday, September 8, 2021 Every year, September 8th is the day we honour our lineage. This year, we dedicated this day to Swami Radhananda. Here at the Ashram, a limited gathering of … Read more » Read more »
Grandmother Pahan Pte San Win – Reflects on the Children Who Died at Indian Residential School.
Grandmother Pahan Pte San Win (“Grey Swan Buffalo Woman”) has been coming to Yasodhara Ashram for many years, most often with her husband, Grandfather Wanbdi Wakita (“Looking Eagle”). Together they have generously offered their love and knowledge from their traditions. … Read more » Read more »
Join our 2022 Yoga Development Course
What we have heard again and again from our YDC participants is that it has been the greatest gift that they have given themselves. We love to listen to people’s accounts of what the three-month intensive journey has brought them. … Read more » Read more »
Read our 2020 Annual Review: Year of Resilience.
2020 was a year like no other for the whole world, including Yasodhara Ashram. Being a small and nimble organization, we were able to ride the waves of uncertainty —observing, listening and adapting as best we could. Read more… Read more »
