Fusatsu (Renewal of Vows): July 1st, 15th and 29th. 

Introduction to Zen Workshop Ottawa:
The next  Introduction to Zen Workshop will take place on Saturday, July 4th, at 1:45 p.m.
To register: https://IntroductionToZenWorkshop.eventbrite.ca ; for more information please see https://wwzc.org/introduction-zen-workshop-ottawa 

Yaza:
Yaza (all night sitting) will take place on Saturday, July 18th from 10 pm until Sunday, July 19th at 8 am. Ven. Jinmyo Renge sensei will lead the Yaza. A light breakfast will be served during the 5:00 a.m. free period. Attendance at the Yaza is limited to those who are students of Zen Master Anzan Hoshin’s Lineage. All students are welcome to attend. Registration is required and seating is limited. The suggested dana contribution is $30.00. Please arrive in time for First Bell at 9:45 p.m. Associate students who have not attended a morning formal sitting should email schedule@wwzc.org to arrange to come early for a forms review. Register to attend Yaza 2026.

Long Distance Training Program:
For students living an hour or more commuting distance from the monastery in Ottawa, please visit this Web Page: https://wwzc.org/long-distance-training-program 

Hermitage:
The Roshi is continuing an extended period of hermitage due to underlying health issues.