Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is the Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition (NKT). In 1991 ‘Geshe-la’ established the NKT and has since introduced Kadampa Buddhism to more than 35 countries. Geshe-la was born in Tibet and ordained as a monk at the age of 8. Since then he has devoted his entire life to helping others gain lasting inner peace and happiness. He has authored 20 acclaimed books that reveal clearly how to enter, progress, and complete the path to enlightenment. Geshe-la offers people from around the world the opportunity receive instructions on how to practice Dharma, by teaching at annual Kadampa festivals. It is his sincere wish that all the people of this world, no matter what their faith, experience pure happiness.
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Kelsang Rabgye is the Teacher of Samudra Buddhist Centre. He was appointed to this position by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso in June 2003. Prior to becoming Resident Teacher he had been the branch teacher in Hamilton since 1998. He studied in Foundation Program and Teacher Training Program in Toronto at Chandrakirti Centre from 1997 to 2003. Rabgye also teaches in London, Brantford, and St Catharines.

Kim

Kim Walker is a senior student and is enrolled in the Foundation Program in London. Currently Kim teaches General Program classes in St Thomas at Fanshawe College. Kim is known for her delightful and practical presentation of Buddha's teachings.
Lisa

Lisa Laksmanis teaches General Program classes at the London Centre. She is enrolled in the Foundation Program and is a senior student in the program. Lisa is known for her clear and precise explanation of Buddhadharma.