Parking
The temple has a free on-site parking lot at 5883 Hazeldean Road, with marked spaces.
On big festival days the lot fills early, so please arrive early or carpool with other families.
ទីតាំងវត្តខ្មែរនៅអូតាវ៉ា
Plan your visit
Visit our Khmer temple in Stittsville, Ottawa
We are on Hazeldean Road in Stittsville. Here you will find directions, parking, what to wear and bring, the times you can join us, and answers to the questions visitors ask most.
Find us
On Hazeldean Road, Stittsville
Address
Ottawa-Hull Cambodian Buddhist Association5883 Hazeldean Road
Ottawa (Stittsville), ON K2S 1B9
Canada
Phone
- Facebook (live streams & news)
- facebook.com/watt.ratanakpratib
Before you come
What to wear, and what to bring
A little preparation makes a first visit easier. Nothing more is expected of you than respect and an open heart.
What to wear
- Clothing that covers your shoulders and knees
- Comfortable clothes you can sit in for a while
- Clean socks, since you will be removing your shoes
What to bring
- An offering, if you wish, such as fresh fruit, cooked food or sweets, in time for the morning or lunch offering
- Flowers, candles or incense for the altar
- Nothing else. Come as you are.
Daily rhythm
The best times to visit
Life at the temple follows a daily rhythm of chanting, offerings and meditation. The morning and lunch offerings are when many families bring food for the monks, and evening meditation is open to all.
- 5:30AM
Morning chanting & meditation
ការសូត្រមន្តព្រឹកThe resident monks begin the day with chanting and meditation.
- 7:00AM
Morning alms & breakfast offering
ការប្រគេនអាហារពេលព្រឹកFamilies may offer breakfast to the monks.
- 11:00AM
Lunch offering (dana)
ការប្រគេនភត្តFood is offered to the monks, whose last meal of the day is taken before noon.
- 6:00PM
Evening chanting
ការសូត្រមន្តពេលល្ងាចEvening prayers and chanting with the Sangha.
- 7:00PM
Meditation — open to all
ការធ្វើសមាធិA quiet sitting practice. Newcomers are warmly welcome.
Times may change on holy days — check our Facebook for updates.
Sunday gathering
Each Sunday the community gathers at the temple to offer food to the monks and share a meal together. The time is confirmed on our Facebook.
Festival days
Festival days are busy and joyful. Arrive early, allow extra time for parking, and see our events page for dates.
FAQ
Questions visitors ask
Did not find your answer here? Call us or send a message using the form below.
Do I need to be Buddhist to visit?
No. Everyone is welcome, whether you are Khmer, Buddhist, a neighbour or simply curious. You are welcome to watch the chanting, sit quietly, or share a meal after the monks have eaten. Simple customs are explained on our About page.
Is there a cost to visit?
Coming to pray, sit in meditation or join the community is free. Offerings are always voluntary, and you can support the temple online through CanadaHelps.
What should I bring as an offering?
Nothing is required. If you would like to make an offering, many families bring fresh fruit, cooked food or sweets in time for the morning or lunch offering, since the monks take their last meal before noon. Flowers, candles and incense are also common for the altar. If you are unsure, ask a member of the community.
Can I bring my children?
Yes. Children are very welcome at the temple and at festivals. Please keep them close, help them take off their shoes, and encourage quiet voices during chanting and meditation.
Is there parking?
Yes. There is a free on-site parking lot at the temple (5883 Hazeldean Road), with marked spaces. On big festival days the lot fills early, so please arrive early or carpool.
How do I invite monks for a house blessing or a funeral?
Please contact the temple directly, as early as you can: call (613) 836-0938 or (613) 262-0090, or use the contact form below. Tell us the date, the place and what you need.
Do you offer Khmer language classes?
Please ask us. Call the temple or send a message through the contact form below and we will let you know what is currently available.
Can I take photographs?
Please ask before photographing ceremonies or monks, and keep your camera quiet and discreet during prayers. Thank you for respecting the families who are offering prayers.
Contact
Send us a message
Questions about a ceremony, a blessing, a festival or Khmer classes? The quickest way is to call (613) 836-0938 or (613) 262-0090. Or write to us below, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
You can also follow us on Facebook for live streams, festival news and any changes to our times.
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