About the Centre
A place of prayer, learning and unity for the Bhutanese community in Canberra, serving present and future generations.
Bhutanese Buddhist and Cultural Centre, Canberra Incorporated
Bhutanese Buddhist and Cultural Centre, Canberra Incorporated (BBCC) is a nonprofit community organisation based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
Our organisation is dedicated to preserving and promoting Bhutanese Buddhist traditions, cultural heritage, language, and community wellbeing through educational, cultural, religious, and community activities.
We strive to strengthen community connections, support cultural identity, and provide opportunities for younger generations to learn and appreciate Bhutanese language, values, traditions, and heritage.
Official website and domain declaration
This website, https://bhutanesecentre.org, is the official website of BHUTANESE BUDDHIST AND CULTURAL CENTRE, CANBERRA INCORPORATED (ABN 95 478 448 686).
The domain bhutanesecentre.org is officially operated and administered by our organisation for its nonprofit activities, community engagement, educational programs, cultural events, religious activities, and organisational communications.
All official digital communications and services provided through this domain are associated with Bhutanese Buddhist and Cultural Centre, Canberra Incorporated.
A glimpse into our journey
The Bhutanese Buddhist and Cultural Centre, Canberra Incorporated was established in 2017 upon the blessings of the Central Monastic Body of Bhutan (Zhung Dratshang), with the noble aim of promoting Bhutanese culture and providing religious and spiritual services to the Bhutanese community in Canberra.
Since 2023 we have been registered as a Charity Organization under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission (ACNC).
With great joy and collective effort, we have now purchased a property that functions as the residence of our Resident Lam appointed by the Zhung Dratshang. This sacred space shall remain the property of the Bhutanese community under the guidance and patronage of the Zhung Dratshang, serving present and future generations as a place of prayer, learning, and unity.
We therefore humbly urge all members of the Bhutanese community in Canberra to kindly extend your continued support towards the Bhutanese Centre. Your contribution, in whatever capacity possible, will help secure and sustain our Bhutanese Centre as a lasting spiritual home for our community and fulfill our long-term mission of building a Bhutanese Temple.
Our vision
To provide spiritual and pastoral services to all Bhutanese and other interested devotees, while preserving and promoting Bhutanese identity and culture.
Our mission
To preserve and promote Bhutanese Buddhist traditions, language, and cultural heritage while fostering community engagement, education, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.
- 2017Founded with the blessings of the Zhung Dratshang
- 2023Registered charity with the ACNC
- TodayA home for our Resident Lam
- NextA Bhutanese temple in Canberra
Our Lams
Appointed by the Zhung Dratshang, our Lams lead prayers, rituals and teachings, and are here for households in times of joy and need.
Contact the Centre-
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Executive committee
The BBCC executive members are committed to delivering spiritual services, cultural programs, and community support.
Chencho Tshering
PresidentTashi Dema
Vice President
Bidha
Treasurer
Dorji Wangdi
General SecretaryNamgay Dorji
Program CoordinatorTandin Sherab
Principal,Bhutanese Language and Culture School
Tshering
Administrative Officer, Bhutanese Language and Culture SchoolSonam Choden
PR OfficerPhub Zam
Event CoordinatorThinley Dema
Event CoordinatorSonam Thinley
Event Coordinator/PhotographerPhuntsho Choden
Tara CoordinatorTshering Choden
Chhodtshog CoordinatorSonam Tshomo (Meto)
Chhodtshog CoordinatorSonam Tenzin
Chhodtshog CoordinatorBe part of our community
Learn Dzongkha
Dzongkha, Driglam Namzha and Buddhist values for children, every Sunday in term.
- 250 students, 14 teachers
- 2 campuses · ages 6+ Years
Droenchoe (Tara)
Weekly Tara practice with our Lams, free and open to everyone, new or experienced.
- Saturdays · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Guided by our Resident Lam
Choedtshog
Choedtshog Singye Tsewa, a community practice of offering and blessing.
- 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- New and experienced welcome
Every gift sustains the Centre
The Centre runs on the generosity of our community. Sponsor a monthly ritual, become a patron, or give once towards a Bhutanese temple in Canberra.
Ways to give