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Grand Eid celebration at Toronto's CNE

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/grand-eid-celebration-at-torontos-cne/eid-toronto/] (October 17, 2013) – Overcoming challenges to share `Eid with all Muslims, special `Eid prayers and celebrations have been hosted at Toronto’s CNE Direct Energy Centre with a colorful display of the community’s diversity

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Andalucian Routes bring History Alive

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/?attachment_id=9119] By Muneeb Nasir (October 7, 2013) – Spain’s Al-Andalus region holds answers to many problems facing the world today, according to Spanish tour operator, Tariq Mahmood. “We believe this period can be the bridge between the Islamic and Western world

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Muslim world to celebrate Eid ul-Adha on Tuesday October 15

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2012/eid-ul-adha-on-friday-october-26/kaaba-2/] (October 5, 2013) – Most Muslims in North America and around the world will observe Eid ul-Adha on Tuesday, October 15, 2013. Saudi Arabia has declared that the day of Arafah will be on

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Anti-Muslim sentiment rising in Canada

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/anti-muslim-sentiment-rising-in-canada/canadian-flag-canada-729711_1280_1024/] (October 4, 2013) – Reflecting a worrying trend of rising Islamophobia, a new poll has revealed that the majority of Canadians in Quebec province hold unfavorable view of Islam and Muslims, while

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Local Handmade Gift Ideas for Children

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/local-handmade-gift-ideas-for-children/attachment/7/] By Hafsa Taher (September 27, 2013) – Eid is just around the corner. And yes, that’s means planning parties, gifts, and fun! This Eid, I encourage you to consider buying handmade gifts that are made

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Hajj Journey: Reflections of a Woman who is Blind

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/hajj-journey-reflections-of-a-woman-who-is-blind/hajj-pictures-130/] By Rabia Khedr I cannot believe that this time last year we were preparing for our ultimate trip. My husband, Hossam, and I embarked on a journey of a lifetime, Hajj.

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Muslims Condemn Terrorist Attacks Against Pakistani Christians and Innocent Civilians in Kenya

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/muslims-condemn-terrorist-attacks-against-pakistani-christians-and-innocent-civilians-in-kenya/westgatemall/] (September 24, 2013) – North American Muslim organizations have issued strong condemnations of this past weekend’s terrorist attacks and brutal killing of Christian worshipers in Pakistan and innocent civilians in

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Dr. Mattson addresses Youths on being Muslim Canucks

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/dr-mattson-addresses-youths-on-being-muslim-canucks/youth-tarbiyah/] (September 21, 2013) – Canadian Muslims should join the discussion on what it means to be a Canadian, according to Dr. Ingrid Mattson, a well-known academic and Muslim leader. “One of the keys

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Looking Back - Qur'ans for peace: what one person can do

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/looking-back-qurans-for-peace-what-one-person-can-do/quran_cover/] By Rev Wayne Lavender (September 20, 2013)  – I am a man of faith. I have been a Christian pastor for 25 years in the United Methodist Church. It is out of

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Guiding principles for dealing with global conflicts

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/guiding-principles-for-dealing-with-global-conflicts/calm/] By Imam Sikander Hashmi (September 17, 2013) – At any given moment, it seems that there are acts of aggression and injustice going on around the world. In many cases, they happen to be against our

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North American Sunni and Shi’a Muslims sign declaration

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/north-american-sunni-and-shia-muslims-sign-declaration/hold-on-to-rope-of-allah/] (September 14, 2013) – Muslims gathered at the recently concluded Islamic Society of North America’s (ISNA) Convention in Washington, D.C. enthusiastically welcomed the announcement of an agreement of

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Going halal in Alpujarras Mountains of Spain

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/going-halal-in-alpujarras-mountains-of-spain/cafe-baraka/] By Muneeb Nasir (September 10, 2013) – A halal organic restaurant has become a popular meeting place in the celebrated Alpujarras region in the province of Granada, Spain. “Café Baraka is a place of meeting

Anas Sayed

MuslimFest celebrates 10th anniversary

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/muslimfest-celebrates-10th-anniversary/img_5312/] (September 1, 2013) – Record-breaking crowds celebrated the 10th anniversary of North America’s premier Muslim festival, MuslimFest, and the vibrant Canadian Muslim culture in the city of Mississauga this weekend. “Congratulations on celebrating the festival’s

Arnoud van Doorn

Former member of Geert Wilders party speaks on Islamophobia

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/former-member-of-geert-wilders-party-speaks-on-islamophobia/arnoud-van-doorn-530x370/] By Ayub Khan (August 27, 2013) – Arnoud van Doorn, a former member of Geert Wilders’ far right party in the Netherlands, told a Toronto audience that ignorance and misinformation are

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One family’s experience in what it takes not to hate

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/one-familys-experience-in-what-it-takes-not-to-hate/rabiachaudry/] By Rabia Chaudry (August 12, 2013) – It’s rare to open a paper these days without seeing stories about violence across religious and ethnic lines. Many scholars spend their careers asking why

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Pope Francis calls for mutual respect in Eid greetings to Muslims

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/pope-francis-calls-for-mutual-respect-in-eid-greetings-to-muslims/pope-francis_2541160b/] To Muslims throughout the World It gives me great pleasure to greet you as you celebrate ‘Id al-Fitr, so concluding the month of Ramadan, dedicated mainly to fasting,

Amira Elghawaby

Umbrella Muslim Body Gets Canadian Brand

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/umbrella-muslim-body-gets-canadian-brand/nccm/] (July 20, 2013) – A prominent Canadian Muslim civil liberties organization, the Canadian Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR.CAN), has recently been re-launched under a new name to better reflect its Canadian heritage and to

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New film series on marriage launched

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/new-film-series-on-marriage-launched/marriagesuccess/] By Muneeb Nasir (July 12, 2013) – A landmark documentary series on marriage was released in North America this week at the start of the month of Ramadan. “Divorce is on the rise in many communities and

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Ramadan begins on Tuesday according to Fiqh Council

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/ramadan-begins-on-tuesday-according-to-fiqh-council/ramadan-4/] (July 6, 2013) – Tuesday, July 9th will be the first day of Ramadan, according to the Fiqh Council of North America. The Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA) recognizes astronomical calculation as an

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Muslims Feed Needy Canadians in Ramadan

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/muslims-feed-needy-canadians-in-ramadan/give30/] (July 4, 2013) – Canadian Muslims have launched a campaign to feed the hungry in Toronto, Canada’s largest city, during the holy fasting month of Ramadan, due to begin Tuesday, July 9, in North America. “The

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Green Ramadan Switch

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/green-ramadan-switch/zerotrashiftarkit/] Recently Khaleafa.com [http://Khaleafa.com] had the opportunity to the interview Kori Majeed, the founder of the Green Ramadan Switch [http://greenramadan.com/], an innovative initiative aimed at increasing awareness about waste during the month of Ramadan. She

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You're blessed with opportunities: Imam tells OTF Award Winners

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/?attachment_id=8824]Muslim Canadian youth are blessed with a bright future filled with opportunity, according to Imam Sikander Hashmi, who delivered the keynote address at the Olive Tree Foundation’s Annual Awards Ceremony on Sunday, June 23 in Toronto. “Allah has blessed each

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The world has changed, but answer to Muslim-Western conflict remains the same

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/the-world-has-changed-but-answer-to-muslim-western-conflict-remains-the-same/spain/] By Fahad Alhomoudi (June 16, 2013) – At the start of the 21st Century, people around the world had high hopes for global progress and peace. However, the attacks on

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Canada First Halal Food Festival draws record crowds

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/canada-first-halal-food-festival-draws-record-crowds/halal/] (June 2, 2013) – The first ever Canadian halal food festival drew record-breaking crowds over the weekend at the International Centre in Toronto and showcased the diversity of the halal marketplace in a major

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New Initiative to Address Child Abuse and Domestic Violence in Kingston

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/new-initiative-to-address-child-abuse-and-domestic-violence-in-kingston/kingston1/] (May 31, 2013) – On Friday, John Gerretsen, Ontario Member of the Provincial Parliament for Kingston and the Islands was at the Islamic Centre of Kingston to hear more about a new