Hindu temple, Moncton - Moncton, NB

The Hindu Temple, overseen by the Hindu Society of New Brunswick (HSNB), is a significant spiritual and community center in Moncton. The temple has recently moved to a new, larger location at 70 Lewisville Road to accommodate the city's rapidly growing Hindu community. It was first established in 2022 at a smaller, rented space on Milner Road.

Key feature

Community support: The temple is the result of years of discussion and contributions from the local Hindu community, with the collective effort of volunteers bringing the vision to life.

Link to heritage: For many immigrants, the temple provides a vital link to their culture and home country, serving as a hub for religious needs and spiritual connection in their new environment.

Expansion: The move to the new Lewisville Road location was driven by the temple's rapid growth. The previous space became inadequate for accommodating the increasing number of devotees, particularly during major events. The new, more spacious location offers permanency and promises a "splendid celebration" of Hindu culture.

Inclusivity: The temple maintains a welcoming environment and is open to people of all faiths, reflecting the inclusive values of the Hindu community.

Daily worship: The temple holds regular worship (puja) and other religious ceremonies throughout the week, including daily opening hours.

Devotional singing (Kirtan): The HSNB organizes devotional singing, and has also collaborated with organizations like ISKCON Fredericton for special events, such as the Shri Krishna Janmashtami celebration.

Festivals and celebrations: The temple celebrates major Hindu festivals, and organizers anticipate larger audiences at the new, more spacious location.

Community events: Special religious ceremonies, such as Sunderkand Path, are organized for the community. The Ayodhya Temple Inauguration Celebration was also held at the new location.

Community kitchen: The HSNB planned to establish a community kitchen at its own cost to serve the underprivileged in Moncton, coinciding with the inauguration of the new temple.

Community engagement: The HSNB is actively involved in the local community, endorsing community members who run for political office and advocating for the community's interests.

Volunteer-driven: Volunteers play a crucial role in the temple's operations, organizing events, preparing food, and managing the temple's activities.

Inauguration: The inauguration of the new Ayodhya Temple at the Lewisville Road location took place in January 2024, marking a significant milestone for the community.