ISNA Mosque to Host 2026 Faiths4Climate Conversations

As the global community continues to grapple with the urgency of the climate crisis, local faith leaders in Canada are once again stepping to the forefront.

On Sunday, February 8, 2026, the ISNA Mosque in Mississauga will host the third annual Faiths4Climate Conversations, a signature event bringing together a diverse tapestry of spiritual traditions to discuss the moral and practical imperatives of environmental stewardship.

Organized through a long-standing partnership between Faith & the Common Good (FCG) and EnviroMuslims, the full-day gathering is timed to coincide with World Interfaith Harmony Week. The event is funded by the Olive Tree Foundation and the Catherine Donnelly Foundation.

It serves as a vital platform for "green champions" from various backgrounds to share success stories, navigate common challenges, and inspire collective action.

A New Chapter in Leadership

This year’s event marks a significant moment for Faith & the Common Good, as it highlights the organization’s recent transition in leadership.

Victor Reyes, who took over as Executive Director earlier this month, brings over two decades of experience in social and ecological justice, having previously worked on initiatives focusing on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within the environmental sector.

Reyes succeeds Rev. Michelle Singh, who led the organization through seven years of growth, including its 25th-anniversary milestone last year.

Singh, who remains a senior advisor to the organization, has often emphasized that environmental work is a natural extension of faith.

"Climate change is not just about the environment—it is about equity," Reyes noted in a recent reflection. "The most vulnerable are the most affected, and faith communities have a unique role to play in building resilience and transforming systems."

Faith as a Catalyst for Change

For many in the Muslim community, hosting this event at the ISNA Mosque is a point of pride.

It builds on the success of the Greening Canadian Mosques toolkit, a project originally funded by the Olive Tree Foundation that has helped mosques across the country audit their energy use and reduce their carbon footprints.

The 2026 program is designed to be highly interactive.

Attendees can expect panel discussions like "Green Champions: Faith in Action" and "Next Gen Activism," which centers on the voices of youth leaders who are bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and modern advocacy.

Featured speakers typically include a mix of policy experts, community organizers, and young activists who are committed to environmental justice.

Building a Resilient Common Good

Beyond the presentations, the event is a hub for networking.

Participants—ranging from board members of local synagogues and churches to volunteers at neighbourhood gurdwaras—will have the opportunity to visit an exhibitor showcase featuring organizations like the Community Climate Council and various municipal sustainability offices.

There is an incredible ripple effect that occurs when faith groups receive the tools they need to act.

Whether it is installing solar panels, planting pollinator gardens, or simply reducing single-use plastics during community dinners, these actions demonstrate that "The Green Rule"—do unto the Earth as you would have it do unto you—is a shared value across all traditions.

In a world that often feels divided, the Faiths4Climate Conversations offer a rare space where differences in theology take a backseat to a shared calling to protect our common home. By gathering at a mosque to discuss the well-being of the planet, participants are sending a powerful message of harmony and hope.

Registration and Participation

The event is open to the public, and organizers are encouraging early registration due to high demand in previous years.

The program will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and will include refreshments and lunch.

For those looking to turn their faith into action, this gathering represents more than just a meeting—it is a commitment to a sustainable future.

As the late Rev. Bill Phipps, a co-founder of the interfaith dialogue that led to FCG, once said, the work of the "common good" is a journey we must walk together.

For more information and to register for the Faiths4Climate Conversations 2026, visit the official Ticket Tailor registration page.