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TMU President Lachemi receives Order of Ontario

TMU President Lachemi receives Order of Ontario

Toronto Metropolitan University President Mohamed Lachemi has received the Order of Ontario. The honour was bestowed upon him by Lieutenant Governor Edith Dumont at a special ceremony on November 27. Lachemi, who has presided over TMU since April 2016, says the award is a testament to the incredible work of

Olive Tree Foundation grants funding to support refugee palliative care

Olive Tree Foundation grants funding to support refugee palliative care

Olive Tree Foundation is proud to announce its recent grant to the innovative non-profit organization, GPS Health Navigators, whose aim is to provide essential support to refugee patients with palliative care needs in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Region (GTHA). This significant grant has been made possible through the generous

Veltman found guilty of first-degree murder in killing of Muslim family in London

Veltman found guilty of first-degree murder in killing of Muslim family in London

In under six hours of deliberation, the jury in the Nathaniel Veltman murder trial in Windsor, Ontario, has delivered a verdict of guilt on charges of first-degree murder and attempted murder in connection to the 2021 truck attack on a Muslim family in London. The 12-member jury, engaged in deliberations

Majority of Canadians support a ceasefire

Majority of Canadians support a ceasefire

It's clear Canadians want an end to the violence in Gaza. A new poll commissioned by NCCM and conducted by Mainstreet Research shows that over 71% of Canadians support the call for a ceasefire. A majority of Liberal, NDP, and Conservative voters also want Canada to call for a ceasefire.

Olive Tree Foundation awards grant to support refugee and immigrant women

Olive Tree Foundation awards grant to support refugee and immigrant women

The Olive Tree Foundation has awarded a grant to the Refugee Women’s Network for the project, ‘Women Helping Women’ that will provide a confidential, safe space for refugee and new immigrant women to provide counseling and direction as they settle in their new community. ““A grant from Olive Tree

Our eyes are shedding tears and the heart is grieved

Our eyes are shedding tears and the heart is grieved

By Muneeb Nasir When the infant son of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), Ibrahim, was dying the Prophet cradled him in his arms and he started to shed tears. One of his companions, Abdur Rahman bin ‘Auf said to the Prophet, “O Messenger of God, even you are weeping!

Canadian coalition calls for ceasefire in Gaza

Canadian coalition calls for ceasefire in Gaza

A coalition of faith, labour and civil society organizations urges the federal government to support an immediate ceasefire of all hostilities in Israel and Palestine, and to call for an end to the blockade of Gaza. The coalition issued a joint statement with more than 100 signatories on October 21.

NCCM launches Palestine advocacy portal

NCCM launches Palestine advocacy portal

A new, one-stop portal has everything you need to advocate for Gaza and Palestine in Canada. With new information and updates being added everyday. How to Talk to Your Neighbours It can be difficult to have some of these conversations with our neighbours, friends, and those near to our hearts.

Friday reflection - In these times..

Friday reflection - In these times..

By Muneeb Nasir Grave injustices are unfolding right before our eyes, and we are witnessing brutal killings, war, death, destruction, and immense human suffering, including heinous acts committed against innocent civilians. Every day, we are confronted with distressing images of civilian casualties, traumatized children, cities in ruins, and landscapes scarred

Islamic Heritage Month 2023: From the Archives: Representing Muslims

Islamic Heritage Month 2023: From the Archives: Representing Muslims

How have Muslims in Canada used print to foster connectivity and claim authorship of their narratives? This week, MiCA highlights newspapers & newsletters a part of our archival collection. #IslamicHistoryMonth **La version française suit ** Sifting through the Muslims in Canada Archives, you will come across newsletters and magazines published by masjids

Islamic Heritage Month 2023: Islamic Foundation of Toronto - humble beginnings

Islamic Heritage Month 2023: Islamic Foundation of Toronto - humble beginnings

By Muneeb Nasir Openness and inclusiveness can be empowering. This is the lesson from the early history of one of Toronto’s oldest Islamic Centers, the Islamic Foundation of Toronto. The founding years, in the late 1960s and early 1970s, were marked by a striking diversity in the group of

Islamic Heritage Month 2023: Muslim cemetery near Truro, Nova Scotia

Islamic Heritage Month 2023: Muslim cemetery near Truro, Nova Scotia

The 'Moslem Cemetery' near Truro was purchased in 1935 by John Harris, Joseph Moorby, A.R. Joseph and M.S. Awad (all Assyrians living in Truro) and George Harris of Westville. At the time it was said to be the only Muslim burial ground in Canada east of Alberta. It

Friday reflection - The success of Canadian Muslims lies in our relationship with Indigenous peoples

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Friday reflection - The success of Canadian Muslims lies in our relationship with Indigenous peoples

By Muneeb Nasir We are all settlers on Turtle Island. As settlers on Turtle Island, I believe we have much to learn about right relations, reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples and their traditions. The Indigenous peoples have always been gracious and welcoming of newcomers. This welcome has been

Islamic History Month set for October

Islamic History Month set for October

Islamic History Month Canada (IHMC) in October aims to celebrate, inform, educate, and share with fellow Canadians the rich Muslim heritage and contributions to society: contributions in sciences, humanities, medicine, astronomy, and other disciplines that have greatly benefited human progress. IHMC believes that through education and sharing positive stories, all

Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) has awarded Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick a Lifetime Achievement Award at their recently concluded convention that took place from September 2nd to 4th, 2023 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. "It is an honour to accept the Lifetime Achievement Award from Muslim Association of

Friday reflection: The path to virtuous living through education

Friday reflection: The path to virtuous living through education

By Muneeb Nasir It is reported that the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, engaged in a thorough learning process. They would diligently memorize ten verses from the Qur'an as taught by the Prophet, may peace be upon him, and only proceed to the next

Seerah Exhibition coming to the GTA

Seerah Exhibition coming to the GTA

A Seerah Exhibition is being held from Friday, September 30 to Sunday, October 1 at the International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, (Hall 3 & 4), Mississauga, Ontario. "Prophet Muhammad's Legacy: An International Exhibit of Sacred Artifacts" is a captivating exhibition centered around up to 16 revered relics associated with the Prophet

Canada to match donations to Red Cross for Morocco earthquake relief

Canada to match donations to Red Cross for Morocco earthquake relief

Canada has announced a matching fund with the Canadian Red Cross to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of disaster-affected populations in Morocco. Every donation made by individuals to the Canadian Red Cross from September 8 to 28, 2023, will be matched up to a maximum of $3 million. “Canada

A life imbued with generosity, compassion and resilience

A life imbued with generosity, compassion and resilience

It is with a heavy heart and a profound sense of loss, we announce the passing of a true humble friend to humanity, Abdul Hameed Shaikh (husband to Saleha, father of Shahid and Wajeda), who returned to the embrace of the Most Merciful on Friday August 25, 2023. Hameed Shaikh's

Terrorism trial begins in Windsor for London attack

Terrorism trial begins in Windsor for London attack

The Canadian Muslim community and people who fight for the rights of others in Canada are asking for fairness as the trial of a man accused of intentionally hitting a Muslim family with his truck in Ontario in 2021 begins. The trial started with the selection of jurors on Tuesday.

Toronto Imam Irshad Osman selected for Interfaith fellowship

Toronto Imam Irshad Osman selected for Interfaith fellowship

Toronto Imam Irshad Osman has been chosen to be part of the second cohort for the Sacred Journey Fellowship by Interfaith America. Interfaith America expressed its honor in uniting a new cohort of dedicated, civically engaged leaders from across the nation. These leaders are wholeheartedly committed to fostering connections at

Canadian Muslim TV producer Ezz Gad passes away

Canadian Muslim TV producer Ezz Gad passes away

Well-known Canadian Muslim TV show producer, Ezz Gad passed away on August 18 in Egypt, according to several social media reports. He was buried in Egypt. Since the 1980s, Ezz Gad presented, ‘Reflections on Islam’, a weekly exploration of Islam on Vision TV, with readings from the Qur’an, thoughtful

Funeral for Sharif Rahman to be held today in Owen Sound

Funeral for Sharif Rahman to be held today in Owen Sound

A funeral is planned for Sharif Rahman, who owned The Curry House. He passed away on Thursday after a serious attack in Owen Sound. The service will be held this afternoon at the Owen Sound Muslim Association at 895 7th St. E. A prayer for him will start at 2

Friday reflection: Do not lose hope in God's mercy

Friday reflection: Do not lose hope in God's mercy

By Muneeb Nasir A consistent practice marked the life of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him — an act of such significance that he engaged in it countless times each day. This vital practice, he vowed to perform daily, saying, ‘I swear by Allah, I seek Allah’s forgiveness and repent