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Canada's first Muslim lieutenant governor appointed in Alberta

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has named business owner and philanthropist Salma Lakhani as the province of Alberta’s new lieutenant-governor. When she formally takes over the role, Lakhani will become Canada’s first Muslim lieutenant-governor. Salma Lakhani is a long-time resident of Edmonton, and a distinguished community advocate with

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Muslim Network TV launched in North America

A Muslim TV channel has been launched in North America by Sound Vision [https://www.soundvision.com/], a Chicago-based non-profit that is well known for its media productions and public relations work. “Given the dire need for a genuine, mainstream Muslim channel and the opportunity that the pandemic lockdown recently

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Higher Committee of Human Fraternity Calls for Global Day of Prayer on May 14 in Response to COVID-19

The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity (HCHF), called on religious leaders and faithful around the world to a day of fasting, prayers and supplications for the good of all humanity on Thursday, May 14 for an end to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The call is part of the Committee’

Enes Kanter

Ramadan Community Building with Enes Kanter and Mayor John Tory

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Toronto’s iconic Jami Mosque commemorates its 50th anniversary

By Muneeb Nasir Toronto’s Jami Mosque commemorated its 50th anniversary on Saturday, 28th December and members came from far and wide to celebrate and reminisce about this iconic Muslim institution and to share memories. “This masjid is a very Canadian masjid,” said Haroon Siddiqui, Toronto Star’s editorial page

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Srebrenica genocide offers painful lessons

By Muneeb Nasir One of the darkest times in recent history, the 1995 Srebrenica genocide, offers many painful lessons for us and has many troubling parallels in today’s world, according to Dr. Waqar Azmi, the Founder and Chairman of Remembering Srebrenica, a UK based charity. Dr. Azmi made the

Elder Dave Courchene

Traditional Indigenous Knowledge on Climate Change

ByElder Dr. Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Inini – Leading Earth Man) Ki Ta Ski Naw Conference,University of Winnipeg, Canada, November 9, 2019 We are in a time, when the issue of climate change has become so politicized. So much effort has been put into creating greater awareness of the

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Islamic Council issues statement on Fossil Fuel Divestment

(ADOPTED BY MEMBERS OF THE FIQH COUNCIL OF NORTH OF AMERICA* DURING THE ANNUAL GATHERING OF THE ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA IN HOUSTON, TEXAS USA AUGUST 30-SEPETEMBER 1, 2019) We recognize and re-affirm the scholarly work regarding the issues of Islam and the Environment which are found in existing

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Toronto Muslims raise $100,000 for anti-poverty initiatives

Toronto Muslims raised $100,000 for anti-poverty initiatives across the city at an open-air Friday prayer service held at Nathan Phillips Square outside of City Hall this past Friday. “Thank you for joining us this year to support this front line of care,” Daniele Zanotti, President and CEO of United

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Islamic Foundation of Toronto: A Tribute & Lessons Learnt From 50 Years

By Muneeb Nasir* [Keynote address delivered at Islamic Foundation of Toronto 50th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, September 22, 2019] Over the past 50 years, all of you and your families have given of yourselves and dedicated your time, energies and resources in service to the Islamic Foundation. May Allah reward

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Islamic Foundation of Toronto History – Building a Community in Scarborough - PART 5

By Muneeb Nasir [This is the fifth part in the series covering the history of the Islamic Foundation of Toronto, the first purpose built Islamic Centre to be established in Toronto. Many of the men, women and young people involved in the Islamic Foundation would become leaders and community activists

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Olive Tree Foundation Announces Grant to Support Ryerson University’s Muslim Community

The Olive Tree Foundation is pleased to announce that it has awarded a grant to support the projects of the Ryerson Muslim Staff and Faculty Community Network [https://www.ryerson.ca/equity/community-networks-and-committees/muslim-faculty-and-staff-community-network/] that was formed in response to requests from the Ryerson community to support Muslims on campus.

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Excitement Builds for Largest Muslim Festival in North America

Excitement is building for 16th Annual MuslimFest that will be held in Mississauga this weekend. The festival, the largest Muslim festival in North America, celebrates the best in Muslim arts and entertainment and will run from August 30 – September 1 at Celebration Square in Mississauga. “MuslimFest has become a must-attend

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Toronto celebrates Eid al-Adha with Prayers and Festivities

Toronto Muslims celebrated Eid al-Adha on Sunday with a colorful display of the community’s diversity at many large outdoor prayer services and festivals held across the city. “Today we are celebrating the great Festival of Sacrifice. We join the millions of pilgrims who have converged on the sacred sites.

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Two Outstanding Students Recognized with Scholarships by Olive Tree Foundation

Two outstanding Canadian Muslim high school students have been recognized with scholarships for their academic achievements and leadership abilities by the Olive Tree Foundation. Hshmat Sahak was awarded the Faisal Ali Academic Excellence Scholarship that is granted annually to a high school graduate who has excelled in academic studies. Amenak

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Young child inspires Toronto Muslims to support Sick Kids Hospital

A Muslim non-profit organization, Yusuf’s Day of Hope, has raised $220,000 over the past 13 years to support Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children and to honor Yusuf Ally, a young child who suffers from a rare genetic disorder. “An overwhelming successful 13th annual Yusuf’s Day of

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Toronto Halal Food Fest attracts large crowds

North America’s largest halal food festival took place in Toronto this past weekend at the International Centre in Mississauga and attracted over 35,000 visitors from across the continent. “The Greater Toronto Area is home to the largest population of Muslims in Canada, making it the perfect destination,” noted

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North America's Largest Halal Food Festival this Weekend

The Greater Toronto Area is home to the largest population of Muslims in Canada, making it the perfect destination. Sufra Halal Food Fest TO will be a celebration of halal food and the diversity of the city, and of Canada as a country laden with culture. This year, we will

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Canadian PM and Politicians join Muslims to celebrate Eid

By Muneeb Nasir Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and over 75 elected officials and media personalities joined 1,000 guests to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr at a gala dinner in Toronto on Friday, June 21st hosted by The Canadian-Muslim Vote (TCMV), a non-partisan organization whose aim is to increase the participation

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Canadian Muslims Celebrate 'Eid with prayers and festivities

By Muneeb Nasir Canadian Muslims celebrated `Eid al-Fitr on Tuesday, June 4 2019, with community prayer gatherings and festivals in cities across the country to mark the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. In Ottawa, the national capital of Canada, the Muslim Association of Canada held the ‘Eid

Prominent Toronto Synagogue hosts Iftar Dinner

Holy Blossom Temple, one of Canada’s most influential synagogues, hosted an Iftar gathering that brought Muslims and Jews together to learn about each other’s traditions of fasting and to share in the fast-breaking meal on Monday, 27 May. “Welcome to Holy Blossom Temple, it is our great honor

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A Ramadan day in the life of a charity worker

By Hassam Munir When you work for a Muslim charity and it’s Ramadan, it can be tough to figure out when your day begins and when it ends. For simplicity’s sake, let’s start at the pre-dawn meal. While most Canadians are getting their beauty sleep by 3

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Archdiocese of Toronto at Iftar: ‘Ramadan Strengthens Muslim-Christian Bonds’

By Muneeb Nasir Ramadan is a month for strengthening the spiritual bonds of Muslim-Christian friendship according to a message brought by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto to an Iftar gathering held in Toronto on Thursday, 23 May. “The month of Ramadan with its dedication to fasting, prayer and almsgiving,

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Mississauga Mosque hosts Taste of Ramadan Iftar

By Muneeb Nasir (MISSISSAUGA, ON) – The Anatolia Islamic Centre in Mississauga, Ontario hosted a multi-faith Iftar dinner on May 22, 2019 and local faith leaders joined the congregation to break the fast. This was the third year that the Mississauga mosque hosted the multi-faith gathering themed ‘Taste of Ramadan.’ “I

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Thunder Bay Muslim Physicians Donate $500,000 to Ibn Sina Simulation Lab

The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in the Ontario city of Thunder Bay celebrated the grand opening of the brand new Ibn Sina Simulation Lab on May 15th, funded through the generosity of the Muslim Physicians who donated $500,000 to make this learning space come to life. The