In photos: Chinese celebrate Year of the Sheep
Worshipers gather to celebrate the new year at the International Buddhist Temple in Richmond, B.C. Hundreds light joss (incense) sticks and pray for a prosperous Year of the Sheep.
Worshipers jostle for positioning in front of a Buddha at the International Buddhist Temple in Richmond, B.C.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
The International Buddhist Temple in Richmond, B.C. where worshipers pray with joss sticks (incense sticks) for a happy and prosperous New Year.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
A Chinese Guard lion is decorated outside the International Buddhist Temple in Richmond, B.C.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
Worshipers plant their joss sticks praying for a prosperous New Year.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
Worshipers jostle for positioning in front of a Buddha statue.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
A worshiper prays for prosperous new year.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
Joss sticks are held before a Maitreya Buddha, also known as Future Buddha statue.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
The International Buddhist Temple in Richmond, B.C. is packed with worshipers.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
Worshipers pray for a happy and prosperous New Year as Chinese around the world celebrate the year of the Sheep.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
Worshipers jostle for positioning in front of a Buddha.John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail