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GTA Mosques aim for a waste-free Ramadan

Canadian Muslims

GTA Mosques aim for a waste-free Ramadan

Toronto Muslims are looking to reduce waste this Ramadan by replacing disposable water bottles with reusable ones in the mosques. “I couldn’t help but notice that Mosques become trashed with disposable plastic waste – particularly during Ramadan,” Tariq Syed, a founder of the #WasteFreeRamadan [https://www.launchgood.com/project/wastefreeramadan#

Islamic Society of North America becomes world's first Muslim institution to divest

Canadian Muslims

Islamic Society of North America becomes world's first Muslim institution to divest

The global divestment movement received a boost today with the announcement the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) plans to become the world’s first Muslim institution to divest from fossil fuels. ISNA has promised to divest all its investments from fossil fuels and said it will be encouraging its

Toronto Imams mark Earth Day with ‘Green’ Khutba

Canadian Muslims

Toronto Imams mark Earth Day with ‘Green’ Khutba

Imams in Toronto joined the worldwide Green Khutba Campaign on Earth Day and delivered sermons to raise awareness on the environmental challenges facing humanity. “Islam appreciates and celebrates the earth and the environment to the extent that some Qur’anic surahs are named after some creations such the cow, the

Faith leaders urge action on climate justice

Canadian Muslims

Faith leaders urge action on climate justice

On 18 April 2016, four days before the signing ceremony for the Paris Agreement on climate change adopted by UN negotiators on 12 December, a Statement from 250 religious leaders supporting this pact and urging much more ambitious action is being handed to UN General Assembly President, Ambassador Mogens Lykketoft.

Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

Canadian Muslims

Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

Muslims will commemorate Earth Day on Friday, April 22nd, 2016 with the Green Khutbah Campaign as religious leaders deliver a sermon to raise awareness on the environmental challenges facing humanity. “We are encouraging mosques, schools, universities and Islamic Institutions to devote their Friday Khutbah to celebrate the blessings, graces and

USMC Announces Return of Kelly Lecture

Canadian Muslims

USMC Announces Return of Kelly Lecture

This March will see the return of one of St. Mike’s great traditions, the John M. Kelly Lecture in Theology. Cardinal Peter Turkson, President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace and Archbishop emeritus of Cape Coast (Ghana), will deliver this year’s presentation, a talk entitled Laudato

Stewards of the Earth: Fulfilling Our Environmental Trust

Canadian Muslims

Stewards of the Earth: Fulfilling Our Environmental Trust

The Muslim Chaplaincy at the University of Toronto [https://www.facebook.com/mcuoft/] in collaboration withkhaleafa.com – A Sacred Trust [https://www.facebook.com/khaleafacom-A-Sacred-Trust-254338534578391/] and BlossomPure Organic [https://www.facebook.com/BlossomPureOrganic/] brings you this Winter 2016 Symposium, titled “Stewards of the Earth: Fulfilling Our Environmental Trust.” We’re

A Multi-faith Symposium on Extreme Weather Resilience

A Multi-faith Symposium on Extreme Weather Resilience

(December 12, 2015) – Extreme weather resilience was the focus of the Climate Change Symposium organized by IDI GTA, Faith and the Common Good, Toronto Area Interfaith Council and Green Awakening Network on October 1st, 2015. Entitled “Climate Change in our Backyard: A Multi-faith Symposium on Extreme Weather Resilience”, the event

Muslim Scholars Urge Rich Not to Use Fossil Fuel

Canadian Muslims

Muslim Scholars Urge Rich Not to Use Fossil Fuel

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/muslim-scholars-urge-rich-not-to-use-fossil-fuel/muslim_scholars_urge_rich_not-to_use_fossil_fuel/] (August 19, 2015) – Muslim scholars have issued an international climate declaration urging rich countries to end fossil fuel use as a religious duty to fight climate change. The Declaration calls on the rich countries,

42nd General Council

United Church of Canada votes to divest from fossil fuels

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/united-church-of-canada-votes-to-divest-from-fossil-fuels/fossil_free-logo/] (August 11, 2015) – Today, the United Church of Canada voted to sell its fossil fuel assets and commit financially to transitioning to an economy based on renewable energy. The vote was held by the 42nd General Council, the United Church’

Muslim initiatives in support of climate justice

Muslim initiatives in support of climate justice

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/muslim-initiatives-in-support-of-climate-justice/climate-ifatr1/] Muaz Nasir, Publisher of Khaleafa.com and a founder of the Green Khutbah Campaign[An extraordinary Iftar gathering sponsored by Faith & the Common Good [http://greeningsacredspaces.net/], a national interfaith network, and Noor Cultural Centre [http://www.noorculturalcentre.ca/] and

Five Ways to Green your Ramadan

Five Ways to Green your Ramadan

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2012/five-ways-to-green-your-ramadan-2/greeningramadan-2/] By Muaz Nasir Ramadan presents the perfect opportunity to recharge our spiritual batteries for the year. It is a time to seek forgiveness for our misgivings and to reflect upon the signs of creation from Allah, which includes those present around

An Islamic Response to Pope Francis' Encyclical

An Islamic Response to Pope Francis' Encyclical

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/an-islamic-response-to-pope-francis-encyclical/laudato-si/] By Joseph E. B. Lumbard (June 21, 2015) – Pope Francis’ encyclical on the environment, Laudato Si [http://w2.vatican.va/content/dam/francesco/pdf/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato-si_en.pdf] (“Praised Be”), is a clarion call to all of humanity.

ISNA Announces "Greening Our Ramadan" Campaign

ISNA Announces "Greening Our Ramadan" Campaign

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/isna-announces-greening-our-ramadan-campaign/green-mosque/] (May 18, 2015) – The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) and its Green Masjid Task Force recently announced a campaign to encourage Islamic centers and mosques to make their Ramadan more environmentally friendly by adopting five practices for this Ramadan. “Being

On May 5th, Toronto can make history

Canadian Muslims

On May 5th, Toronto can make history

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/on-may-5th-toronto-can-make-history/to_postcard/](May 2, 2015) – On May 5, Toronto city council will vote on a declaration to recognize the right to live in a healthy environment. A Notice of Motion for the May 5 City Council meeting has been tabled by Trinity-Spadina

Nature is calling!

30x30 Nature Challenge

Nature is calling!

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/nature-is-calling/nature-is-calling/] (April 22, 2015) – Want to get healthier, happier and smarter? Add a daily dose of nature to your routine. Each spring, the David Suzuki Foundation challenges Canadians and people around the world to join the 30×30 Challenge by spending 30

Muslims to Mark Earth Day with Green Khutbah

Muslims to Mark Earth Day with Green Khutbah

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/muslims-to-mark-earth-day-with-green-khutbah/greenkhutbah/] (April 14, 2015) – Marking the 45th anniversary of Earth Day (April 22), Muslims world-wide plan to mark the annual event by participating in the Green Khutbah Campaign on Friday, April 24, 2015, with religious leaders delivering sermons to raise awareness on

Solar Energy: A leap of faith

Solar Energy: A leap of faith

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/solar-energy-a-leap-of-faith/solar-energy/] By Beatrice Ekwa Ekoko (February 10, 2015) – What do many faith communities have in common besides shared teachings and philosophies that speak of caring for the earth? Buildings of course, with rooftops-many of which are perfectly angled to receive the glorious

Growing interest in environment among Canadian Muslims

Growing interest in environment among Canadian Muslims

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/growing-interest-in-environment-among-canadian-muslims/iit-hike-1/] (October 29, 2014) – Canadian Muslims are eager to reconnect with nature and learn more about environmental issues, according to environmentalist, Muaz Nasir [http://www.greenprophet.com/2012/10/muaz-nasir-interview/]. “There is a real desire within the Muslim community, especially among the

On the Recovery of the Ozone Layer

On the Recovery of the Ozone Layer

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/on-the-recovery-of-the-ozone-layer/ozonelayer-2/] By Hind Al-Abadleh Reading the news headlines1 on September 10, 2014 about the start of recovery of the ozone layer over Antarctica cheered my heart as someone who teaches about the chemistry of the ozone hole and the role that chloroflourocarbons

The Value of Trees in Islam

Canadian Muslims

The Value of Trees in Islam

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/the-value-of-trees-in-islam/trees/] September 21-27, 2014 marks National Forest Week in Canada. To learn more on how you can become involved, please visit www.canadianforestry.com [http://www.canadianforestry.com] By Muaz Nasir Many of us are aware of the environmental benefits of trees.

Interfaith hike held in Toronto

Interfaith hike held in Toronto

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/interfaith-hike-held-in-toronto/hike1/] (August 18, 2014) – An interfaith stewardship activity that delved into the spiritual perspective on environmental and ecological stewardship took place on Sunday, August 17 at Taylor Creek Park in Toronto. The guided hike was organized by Greening Sacred Spaces [http://www.

Here's to a radical Canada Day!

Canadian Muslims

Here's to a radical Canada Day!

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/heres-to-a-radical-canada-day/canada1-2/] By David Suzuki with contributions from Ian Hanington, Senior Editor Oh, Canada, what will become of you? Although I’m proudly Canadian, my early memories are mixed. After Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, our government unfairly deprived my family of

Green Leaders: Fizza Mir

Green Leaders: Fizza Mir

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/green-leaders-fizza-mir/fizzamir/] By Muaz Nasir Green Leaders is new online series by Khaleafa.com [http://khaleafa.com/], profiling Muslims who are involved in the environmental movement. The goal is to highlight the achievements of those within our community and provide role models for

Green Leaders: Siraj Berhan

Canadian Muslims

Green Leaders: Siraj Berhan

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/green-leaders-siraj-berhan/gso-crew-2014mar23-1/] By Muaz Nasir Green Leaders is new online series by Khaleafa.com [http://khaleafa.com/], profiling Muslims who are involved in the environmental movement. The goal is to highlight the achievements of those within our community and provide role models for