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2010 Alberta Buddhist Conference - October 29-31, 2010
in Calgary
 The 32nd Annual Alberta Buddhist Conference (ABC)
was held
during the same time period as the Calgary
Buddhist Film Series as well as in conjunction with the Alberta
District 750th Shinran Shonin Memorial Commemoration -
definitely a busy weekend!
Living Dharma Centre link regarding the Alberta Buddhist Conference
Pictures
from the event (click to enlarge):
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Diane - Introductions |
Patrick - CPL |
Patrick - CPL |
Visit to the Glenbow Museum |
Sarana Affirmation Participants |
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Above pictures
courtesy of B. Gubenco |
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Jane & Susan - Registration Desk |
Display Table |
Display Table |
Sensei James &
Sensei Ulrich |
Photo Display |
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Break-out Discussions |
Rod Burylo - Guest Speaker |
Sensei Kawamura - Speaker |
Ken - Introduction of Films |
Chris -
Film AV |
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Sensei Ulrich - Guest Speaker |
Congregation Sunday |
Southern AB Buddhist Choir |
ABC/750th &
Buddhist Film Series
Committee
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All the Ministers in
Attendance |
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Above pictures
courtesy of L. Tsukishima |
Highlights of the
Conference included:
Rod Burylo, of the Calgary Buddhist Temple, and an
internationally known speaker, will deliver a talk and interactive session
on Ethical Investing.
Tracey Pickup of Thich Nhat Hanh's 'Order of
Interbeing' will deliver a talk and interactive session on Engaged Buddhism.
Socho Fujikawa will perform a Sarana Affirmation
Ceremony on Sunday for those indicating a wish to take part.
Local artists will be highlighted in our
conference areas.
Saturday banquet at the Regency Palace restaurant in
Chinatown.
 ABC and 750th Shinran
Commemoration - General Program & Hotel Information:
Friday, Oct 29
– 6-6:30pm: Registration; 6:30pm: Film and/or Social at the Calgary Public
Library Main Branch (John Dutton Theatre) - 616 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary
Saturday, Oct 30
– 9-9:30am: Registration;
9:30am: speakers, a variety of break-out sessions and films at the Calgary
Public Library (children and youth programs are in the works!)
Banquet – 6:00pm:
Cash Bar and meal at Regency Restaurant -
328 Centre St S. (China Town)
Sunday, Oct 31
– 9:30am: Sarana Ceremony; 10:30am: Service and lunch to follow at the Temple
Hotel
– Delta
Bow Valley in Calgary - 209-4th Avenue SE, 403-266-1980 or 1-800-665-8571.
Alberta 750 Conference Schedule
(as of Sept 7, 2010)
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Date & Time |
Item |
Notes |
Location |
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Thursday, Oct 28, 2010 |
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7:00PM |
Movie |
"Wisdom and Compassion" |
Library - theatre |
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Friday, Oct 29, 2010 |
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6:00PM |
ABC Registration |
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Library - lobby |
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6:30-8:30PM |
Movie |
"The Buddha - the Story of Siddhartha"
(Calgary Premiere) |
Library - theatre |
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8:45-9:30PM |
Sensei Izumi talk |
Izumi Sensei |
Library - theatre |
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Saturday, Oct 30, 2010 |
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8:30-9:00AM |
ABC Registration |
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Library - lobby |
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9:00-9:15AM |
Introduction to ABC |
James Martin Sensei |
Library - theatre |
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9:15-10:45AM |
Sensei Ulrich talk |
Sensei Fred Ulrich of Manitoba Buddhist
Temple |
Library - theatre |
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10:45-11:00AM |
Break |
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Library - breakout room 1 |
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11:00AM-12:00PM |
* Ethical
Investing |
Rod Burylo from Global Real Estate
Investments |
Library - theatre |
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12:00-1:00PM |
Lunch |
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Library - breakout room 1 |
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1:00-3:00PM |
Movie for young@heart |
"Howl's Moving Castle" |
Library - breakout room 1 |
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1:00-3:00PM |
Movie |
3 short features (Owl Creek Bridge, La
Trappe, Figures /Time & Space) |
Library - theatre |
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3:00-3:30PM |
Break |
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Library - breakout room 1 |
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3:30-4:30PM |
Movie |
"Peace is Every Step; the life and work of
Thich Nhat Hanh" |
Library - theatre |
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4:45-5:30PM |
"Engaged Buddhism" |
Tracey Pickup from the Order of Interbeing
(Thich Nhat Hanh) |
Library - theatre |
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6:00-8:00PM |
Banquet |
Various short speakers - Lethbridge Choir |
Regency restaurant - 'Chinatown' |
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8:00PM |
Movie |
"Tulku - Divine Birth, Ordinary Life" |
Library - theatre |
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Sunday, Oct 31, 2010 |
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9:30-10:15AM |
Sarana Service |
Socho Fujikawa |
Temple |
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10:30-11:45AM |
750th Service |
Fred Ulrich Sensei - guest speaker |
Temple |
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12:00-1:15PM |
Lunch |
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Temple |
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2:00-3:45PM |
Movie |
"Amongst White Clouds" |
Library - theatre |
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4:00-6:00PM |
Movie |
"How to Cook Your Life" |
Library - theatre |
Note:
Items on the schedule that are backed by grey are for conference attendees
only. Rod's talk will be open to the public. Movies are in BOLD.
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Ethical Investing by Rod Burylo
An international keynote speaker, educator, and business author,
Rod Burylo has garnered
notoriety for his energetic, informative, and entertaining keynote
presentations, workshops, and seminars.
Rod is a regular contributor
to, and expert source for, numerous public and professional financial
publications. He is also the author of Awesome
Client Events and Move
It or Lose It! Smart Money for the Next Score.
For his expertise in the area of international
retirement planning, Rod was presented the prestigious Canadian
Advisor of the Year award
in 2004.
Rod is also a member of the
Board of Directors at the Calgary Buddhist Temple.
05/03/2013
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