ISKCON Calgary - Calgary, AB

The Radha Madhava Cultural Centre, also known as ISKCON Calgary, is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the worship of Sri Sri Radha Madhava and the promotion of spiritual knowledge. Founded in the early 1980s, it is the local chapter of the worldwide ISKCON community and is recognized for its peaceful, welcoming, and vibrant atmosphere.

Key features

Sunday Feast: A community kitchen program is held every Sunday where free vegetarian meals (Prasadam) are served to all participants.

Food for Life (FFL): The center participates in the Food for Life program, which provides meals to clients at the Calgary Drop-In Centre.

Festivals: ISKCON Calgary celebrates major Hindu festivals, such as Janmashtami and the annual Festival of Chariots (Ratha Yatra), with grand events featuring cultural performances and free meals.

Vedic classes: The center offers classes for adults and children on scriptures like the Bhagavad-gita and Srimad-Bhagavatam, nurturing cultural values and spiritual knowledge.

Youth programs: Dedicated youth programs engage young members in community service and cultural events.

Support for newcomers: The center serves as a community hub for new immigrants, offering local support and orientation.

New temple project: ISKCON Calgary is planning to build a new, larger temple and cultural center known as the Radha Madhav Dham. It will feature a spacious darshan hall, a community hall, educational facilities, and other amenities.

Divine atmosphere: Visitors praise the center for its divine, blissful, and serene ambiance, often highlighting the beauty of the decorated deities.

Welcoming community: The community is known for its friendly and welcoming spirit, with dedicated volunteers who help foster a positive environment.

Accessibility: The center is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible entrance, parking lot, and restroom.

Bhakti yoga: The center propagates Bhakti yoga (the path of love and devotion) and teaches the principles of self-realization and God consciousness based on the Vedic scriptures.

Hare Krishna movement: As part of the Hare Krishna movement, it encourages the chanting of the holy names of God.