Canada has a growing Hindu community with beautiful temples across the country — cultural and spiritual homes for NRIs. Here are some of the most notable, verified Hindu temples in Canada.

Notable Hindu Temples

  • BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir — Toronto (Etobicoke), Ontario (Swaminarayan; the largest BAPS mandir in Canada, hand-carved marble & stone)
  • Hindu Sabha Temple — Brampton, Ontario (One of the largest Hindu temples in North America (Gore Road, Brampton))
  • Vishnu Mandir — Richmond Hill, Ontario (GTA) (Lord Vishnu; a large multi-acre campus serving the Greater Toronto Area)
  • ISKCON Toronto (Hare Krishna Temple) — Toronto, Ontario (Lord Krishna; one of Canada’s largest Hare Krishna temples, vibrant kirtan & Sunday feasts)
  • Hindu Temple of Ottawa-Carleton — Ottawa, Ontario (Multiple deities; a major community temple in the national capital region)
  • Lakshmi Narayan Mandir — Surrey, British Columbia (Vancouver area) (Goddess Lakshmi & Lord Narayan; one of the oldest & largest temples in BC)
  • ISKCON & community temples — Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton and more (Krishna and community temples serving Hindu families across Canada)

Tips for Visiting

  • Dress modestly; remove footwear before entering the sanctum.
  • Timings, sevas and festival schedules vary — check each temple’s official website or call before visiting.
  • Many temples offer prasadam and community meals, especially on weekends and festivals.
  • Most temples conduct programs in English and Indian languages and welcome volunteers.

Why NRIs Visit These Temples

Visiting these temples helps NRIs

  • stay connected with Hindu culture and traditions,
  • celebrate Diwali, Navratri, Ganesh Chaturthi and other festivals with the community,
  • find support and friendship in a new country,
  • and teach their children about Indian culture and spirituality.

Verified June 2026. Temple names and cities are confirmed against official and authoritative sources; addresses, darshan timings and festival schedules change — always confirm on the temple’s official website before visiting. This list is not exhaustive; many other wonderful temples serve local communities.

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the most notable Hindu temples in Canada?

Notable temples include BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Toronto, Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Vishnu Mandir in Richmond Hill, ISKCON Toronto, the Hindu Temple of Ottawa-Carleton and Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey, British Columbia.

Where is the largest BAPS mandir in Canada?

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Toronto (Etobicoke), Ontario is the largest BAPS mandir in Canada. It is hand-carved from marble and stone.

Which Hindu temples are in Vancouver and British Columbia?

Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey, in the Vancouver area, honours Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Narayan. It is one of the oldest and largest temples in British Columbia.

What should I follow when visiting a Hindu temple in Canada?

Dress modestly and remove footwear before entering the sanctum. Timings, sevas and festival schedules vary, so check the temple's official website or call before visiting.

Do Canadian temples serve prasadam and welcome volunteers?

Many temples offer prasadam and community meals, especially on weekends and festivals. Most run programs in English and Indian languages and welcome volunteers.

Why do NRIs in Canada visit Hindu temples?

Temples help NRIs stay connected with Hindu culture and celebrate Diwali, Navratri and Ganesh Chaturthi with the community. They also offer support and friendship in a new country and a way to teach children about Indian culture.