The Montreal Zen Association is a member of the International Zen Association founded by Master Deshimaru in 1970.

The Association is administered by a board of directors made up of monks, nuns and bodhisattvas who practise at the dojo and who act as directors on a volunteer basis.

To become a member of the Association, a annual membership fee of 30 $ is payable. Members can borrow books from the library and benefit discount. Especially the way to highlight your commitment and your support of the dojo.