Pusti Margiya Vaishnav Samaj of Canada - Thornhill, ON

To begin with, the Pushtimargiya Vaishnav Samaj of Canada, located at 58 Clark Avenue in Thornhill, is famous as Shrinathji Haveli. It is a spiritual and cultural center dedicated to the Pushtimarg tradition. A Hindu Vaishnav sect founded by Shrimad Vallabhacharya in the 16th century. The Haveli, a traditional place of worship, serves as a hub for the local Vaishnav community to engage in spiritual practices, celebrate festivals. And preserve Pushtimarg beliefs.

Key features 

Community focus: The Haveli fosters a strong sense of community among Toronto's Pushtimargiya families. Monthly youth meet are held to promote awareness of Hindu culture and religion among the younger generation.

Devotional worship: The temple is dedicate to the worship of Lord Shrinathji (a form of Krishna). It is a place where devotees can experience a sense of peace and connection with the divine.

Cultural promotion: The Samaj is dedicate to preserving and promoting Pushtimarg beliefs and values. This includes celebrating traditional festivals and hosting cultural programs.

Educational initiatives: The Haveli hosts spiritual discourses from visiting Pushti Acharyas and other religious scholars to help the community deepen their understanding of Pushtimarg principles.

Accessibility: The Haveli is committe to providing a welcoming environment for everyone, with wheelchair-accessible facilities including the entrance and parking lot.

Darshans: Devotees can attend Darshans (ceremonial viewing of the deity) at designated times.

Festivals: The Haveli celebrates many Pushti festivals, including Holi-khel, Janmashtami, Diwali, and Annakut.

Events: Significant events, such as Chhappan Bhog and the installation of the Haveli, have been organize to bring the community together for worship and celebration.

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