· Est. 1993 · Val-Morin, Québec, Canada
A Temple Born of Faith & Forest
Founded by Swami Vishnudevananda and operating under the Sivananda Yoga Ashram, the Subramanya Ayyappa Mariyamman Temple has served the Sri Lankan and South Indian community of Québec for over three decades.
Who We Are
A Sanctuary of
Devotion & Community
Nestled in the serene forests of Val-Morin, Québec, the Subramanya Ayyappa Mariyamman Temple stands as a beacon of Hindu spirituality for the Sri Lankan and South Indian community of Canada, and all seekers of divine grace.
Founded in 1993 by Swami Vishnudevananda, our temple was established to serve the community, promote unity and equality, and support social harmony. We follow Shaiva Agama, Shakta tradition, and mixed South Indian temple practices, and operate under the administration of the Sivananda Yoga Ashram.
Built in a mixed Dravidian and Kerala architectural style, the temple now serves more than 2,000 devotee families — welcoming worship in Tamil, English, and French — and continues to grow as a home for Sanatana Dharma in the Laurentians.
Our Purpose
Our Mission & Vision
Guided by devotion, service, and unity — the principles that have shaped
this temple since 1993.
Our Mission
To preserve Hindu traditions through poojas, festivals, and Annadhanam while serving devotees with devotion, compassion, and respect.
Our Vision
To be a peaceful spiritual temple in Val-Morin, preserving Sanatana Dharma and sharing divine blessings, knowledge, and unity.
Unity & Equality
We welcome all devotees with warmth and dignity, promoting equality, harmony, and mutual respect within the community.
Our Story
From a Founder’s Vision to a
Living Temple
In 1993, Swami Vishnudevananda founded the Subramanya Ayyappa Mariyamman Temple in Val-Morin, Québec — establishing a sacred space to serve the community, promote unity and equality, and support social harmony among devotees.
The temple operates under the administration of the Sivananda Yoga Ashram, connecting it to the broader Sivananda Yoga Vedanta tradition. Built in a mixed Dravidian and Kerala architectural style, it follows Shaiva Agama, Shakta tradition, and mixed South Indian temple practices.
Over three decades, the temple has grown to serve more than 2,000 devotee families from the Sri Lankan and South Indian community — with worship offered in Tamil, English, and French, welcoming all who seek the Lord’s grace.
The temple now enshrines ten presiding deities, performs daily poojas, and prepares for a renewed opening on April 11, 2026 — continuing its mission of devotion and community service into a new chapter.
Milestones
Our Journey Through the Years
From a founding vision to a thriving temple community.
Sacred Symbolism
The Spirit Behind Every Stone
Every element of the temple — from its crowning dome to the waters at its
entrance — carries deep spiritual meaning.
The Kumbham
Crown of the Temple
The dome and sceptre at the very top of the temple are known as the Kumbham. They transmit all the energy that is created within the temple out to the universe, while simultaneously attracting cosmic energy which is balanced, transmuted, and grounded — filling the entire temple with pure, sacred vibrations.
“The Kumbham is the meeting point of heaven and earth.”
The Sacred Pond
Waters of Purity & Serenity
The pond in front of the temple is symbolic of the great temple tanks of India. Traditionally, devotees who had travelled from great distances would wash themselves in the temple pool before entering the house of the Lord. During festival times, the deities were given ceremonial baths, and the water served the community through periods of drought.
Water is symbolic of purity and serenity — a washing clean of all things. The temple pond was a place where birds, animals, and people lived together in harmony.
Why People Visit
A Reason for Every Heart
There are many reasons why people visit the temple. Some come to feel and remember God’s Divine Love and Beauty. Others come to give thanks for grace received. Traditionally, when people face difficulties, they pray for help and make a vow — to offer their hair, to fast, or to sponsor a pooja.
When the vow is fulfilled, family and friends gather, and the more people fed, the greater the joy.
“Let God’s home be your own inner sanctuary.”
The Deities
Divine Presences We Worship
Our Priests
The Guardians of Sacred Tradition
Our priests carry the unbroken lineage of Vedic knowledge,
performing rituals with precision, devotion, and deep spiritual
understanding.
