About Tzu Chi Canada

In 1992, then CEO Gary Ho created what was Tzu Chi Canada’s head office in Vancouver. In 2020 in reaction to our increasing popularity we expanded our branch office in Toronto. It became the Eastern Regional Office, which oversees offices and service points in Toronto, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Ottawa, and Montreal. The original head office became the Western Regional Office, which now oversees our locations in Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey, Burnaby, and Calgary.

In the past several decades, volunteers of Tzu Chi Foundation Canada have brought the essence of Buddhism into practice by delivering charitable and humanitarian services to many distinct projects. By cooperating with facilities, such as Food Banks, Salvation Army, senior residences, and shelters our volunteers have been dedicated to constant service for seniors and disadvantaged people.

Tzu Chi Canada also brings support to hospital patients and underprivileged students by donating to hospital fundraising projects, bursary programs, and breakfast programs in schools.

In addition, we have applied the core value of universal compassion to all living beings by acting as “green ambassadors” helping with recycling, site clean-up, and advocating environmentally-friendly initiatives.

Provincial and local governments across Canada have recognized Tzu Chi volunteers as responsible and compassionate citizens for their constant and dedicated involvement in community events and services.