
Founded in 1972 and located in the pastoral, serene Annapolis Valley, the Ashrama maintains a temple, Sri Arunachala Ramana Mandiram, and retreat facilities with guest rooms for individuals and families who wish to deepen their spiritual experience and stabilize themselves in the practice of Self-awareness and surrender. The retreat is open to all, regardless of religious belief or creed — including those of no particular faith who sincerely seek peace.
Although facilities are normally available from May to October, occasionally visitors can be accommodated during the winter months. Arunachala Ashrama is a non-profit organization serving the needs of sincere seekers in an informal, friendly environment. Accommodation is provided to friends and guests without any formal rate of charge. The Ashrama does accept donations from those who value its work and ideals.
Accommodation for Visitors
The Nova Scotia Arunachala Ashrama is welcoming overnight guests. Guests will be required to make arrangements ahead of time by contacting nova-scotia@ashrama.org Visitors will be responsible for cooking vegetarian food during their stay and ensuring that their rooms have been cleaned, their linens and towels are laundered and replaced before they leave. We appreciate a fragrance-free atmosphere in the temple and residences.
While visiting the Ashrama, it is advised that you have adequate health insurance.
As usual, the Mandiram (meditation hall) is open to daytime visitors for prayers and meditation. Tel: 902-824-2297
Here is a link for ways to get to the NS Ashrama from the Halifax Airport.

Residence at the Nova Scotia Arunachala Ashrama
The Nova Scotia Ashrama does accommodate aspirants who are serious about spiritual practice and would benefit from a longer stay. These residents are encouraged to attend the daily programs in the Temple and assist with some work, according to their capabilities.
Those interested should contact:
Arunachala Ashrama
1451 Clarence Rd.
Bridgetown, NS
Canada B0S 1C0
Daily Schedule
Mornings
9:00- 10:00 am usually
Morning time is flexible
Thousand Names of the Divine Mother ( Sri Lalitha Sahasranam) recitation, meditation followed by a reading
Evenings
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Vedas chanting, meditation and reading
(winter hours 4:00 pm-5:00 pm)
Every Friday and Full Moon
Sri Chakra Puja recitation 5:00-6:30
(winter hours 4:00 pm-5:30)

