Our Teachers
Gen Kelsang Zopa
A western Buddhist monk and principal Teacher at Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre. Gen Zopa has been presenting the profound and practical teachings of the Buddhist path to enlightenment throughout Canada for the past 11 years. Renowned for his clarity and depth of his teachings, his warmth and practicality bring to life the ancient art of meditation.
Deborah Mabee
Deborah Mabee is the Administrative Director of Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre and a member of the Foundation Program. She is currently teaching the Thursday evening class in Langford. Deborah's teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life. Deborah is well loved for her warm and welcoming presence and inspiring enthusiasm for Buddha's teachings.
Julia Anderson
Julia Anderson is a memeber of the Foundation Program at Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre and is currently teaching the Wednesday evening class in Sidney. She brings to her teaching a life-long interest in Buddhism, the practical experience of raising a family and her many years of professional training. She is well known for her clarity with which she teaches and her open and friendly manner.
Branka Hrgovich
Branka Hrgovich is the Education Program Coordinator at Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre and a member of the Foundation Program. She is currently teaching the Dharma for Kids classes on Sundays. Branka draws from her own experience as a mother, balancing professional work and home life, raising an active 8-year-old son and finding time for study and meditation. Children love her warmth and calm energy.