Vaishno Devi Temple
Site: Oakville
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK2893 | Last Full Update: 10 Jan 2022 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 905-825-4202 |
| info@vaishnodevi.ca | |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/Offical-Vaishno-Devi-Mandir-Oakville-742325632556711 |
| Primary Contact | Nathan Iyer, President; Phone: 905-825-4202; Email: info@vaishnodevi.ca |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | A Hindu Temple serving the surrounding community |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1991 |
| Funding | Donations |
| Elections | Executive Committee elected for two years |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | A Hindu Temple built in a style similar to the temples of India * main deity of the Temple is Goddess Vaishnodevi, also called Maa or mother * services held mainly in Hindi and Punjabi * sometimes in Sanskrit and English * special ceremonies on Hindu religious festivals * provides religious, spiritual and social services to Hindu community * everyone is welcome * free Hindu vegetarian food is served every Tue and Sun evening * Priest services for individual religious or social ceremonies * yoga classes Groups: * Seniors from Oakville, Burlington and Mississauga meet in the Temple * youth groups * Temple operated classes for Hindi language learning, classical Indian music and classical Indian dances * age appropriate programs for children and youth Rental Facilities: * religious functions only * capacity of 300 people * can serve only Hindu vegetarian food (no fish, meat or eggs) * full kitchen facilities * 54" TV, DVD/VCR and closed circuit cameras available * no dancing or alcohol * parking available * must make a donation to rent |
| Hours | Prayer: * Mon-Sat 7 am * 7 pm * Sun 7 am * 3 pm-6 pm Temple services: * daily Pooja Service: Mon-Sat 7 am * 7 pm * Shiv Pooj: Mon 6 pm-8 pm * Hanuman Pooa: Tue 6 pm-9 pm * Sai Baba Satsang: Thu 6 pm-7:30 pm * Sunday service: 3 pm-5:30 pm * Children's and Youth programs: Sun 4 pm * Satsung, Bhajan and religious discourse: Sun 3:30 pm * followed by Preti Bhoj (free vegetarian meal after offering to deity) * monthly seniors meeting Office: * Mon-Fri 8 am-12 noon and 4 pm-8 pm * Sat 8 am-8 pm * Sun 8 am-8 pm * free Yoga classes: Sun 6 pm-7:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Halton Region ; Peel Region |
| Eligibility | No restrictions * youth groups are open to all children |
| Application | Regular devotees to temple can apply for membership * must be a member for at least three consecutive years preceding election year to be eligible to apply |
| Languages | English ; Hindi ; Punjabi ; Sanskrit for prayers |
| Fees | Membership - annual registered member fee ; Donation - requested for use of temple facilities |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Oakville |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Regional Rd 25 and Dundas St W |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Arts / Culture ; Community Programs ; Food ; Newcomers ; Older Adults ; Sports / Recreation |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Arts and Hobby Instruction ; Cultural Heritage Groups ; Free / Low-Cost Meals ; Language Instruction ; Meeting Space ; Multicultural Organizations ; Older Adult Recreation Resources ; Places of Worship ; Recreation for Older Adults ; Social Clubs ; Social Clubs/Events |
| Service Categories | Community Meals ; Cultural Heritage Groups ~ Hindu Community ; Hindu Temples ; Language Instruction ~ Hindu Community ; Meeting Space ; Music Instruction ~ Hindu Community ; Social Clubs/Events ~ Hindu Community ; Social Clubs/Events ~ Older Adults |