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Olive Tree Foundation to fund Annual Indigenous Spirit Bear Award

Olive Tree Foundation to fund Annual Indigenous Spirit Bear Award

The Olive Tree Foundation has announced that it will fund an annual award to support Indigenous young people through the Mohamed and Opheera Nasir Endowment Fund. “We are grateful to the Olive Tree Foundation (Mohamed and Opheera Nasir Endowment Fund) for their generous annual contribution to the Spirit Bear Award,

`Eid Al-Fitr on Friday, April 21: Fiqh Council of North America

`Eid Al-Fitr on Friday, April 21: Fiqh Council of North America

`Eid Al-Fitr will be on Friday, April 21, according to the Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA), citing astronomical calculations. The Fiqh Council of North America recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’i method for determining the beginning of Lunar months including the months of Ramadan and Shawwal. FCNA

They will not deter us

They will not deter us

By Stephen Brown, CEO of NCCM Asalamu alakaikum / Peace be upon you all As we move through this wondrous month of prayer and reflection, it’s appropriate to remember just how lucky we are. It is an honour and privilege to experience the sacred together with our loved ones. The

Masjid Toronto honours Muneeb Nasir with award for exceptional community service

Masjid Toronto honours Muneeb Nasir with award for exceptional community service

Muneeb Nasir was recognized with the “Masjid Toronto Award for the Community Service” on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at a Community Iftar for officials, community leaders, police officers, and community members held at the mosque. “In Recognition for Your Incredible Service and Support of the Community for more than 20

Canadian groups and politicians condemn attack at Al-Aqsa mosque

Canadian groups and politicians condemn attack at Al-Aqsa mosque

"We’ve seen attacks like this on the Al-Aqsa mosque with Israeli forces attacking Palestinian worshippers for the last three years in a row. We have Passover, which coincides with Ramadan and Easter, and that should be a joyous time when we come together and celebrate all our faiths and

NCCM Courage Awards in education announced

NCCM Courage Awards in education announced

Last week, the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) at their education iftar, came together with Muslim students, families, community and education leaders to celebrate the anti-Islamophobia work happening across the province while visioning out the work that needs to continue. "We recognized the work of some the boldest educator

PM Justin Trudeau hosts Iftar for Muslim women

PM Justin Trudeau hosts Iftar for Muslim women

To the Muslim women who broke their fast on the Hill this evening, and to Muslim Canadians who are doing the same across the country: Ramadan Mubarak! pic.twitter.com/TH8HJ76ijt — Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 28, 2023

Muslim Students demand action against University of Toronto Scarborough Professor for displaying Islamophobic image of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Muslim Students demand action against University of Toronto Scarborough Professor for displaying Islamophobic image of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

University of Toronto Scarborough, ON – The Muslim Students' Association (MSA) at the University of Toronto Scarborough is calling on the university to take action against a professor who displayed an Islamophobic image of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in class last November. According to the MSA, on November 11, 2022, an

Canadians ready to welcome Ramadan this week

Canadians ready to welcome Ramadan this week

Canadian Muslims are getting ready to welcome the month of Ramadan later this week. According to the Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA), the month of fasting will start on Thursday, March 23. "The Fiqh Council of North America recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’i method for determining

36% outside of Quebec have negative view of Islam, compared to 52% in Quebec

36% outside of Quebec have negative view of Islam, compared to 52% in Quebec

A new study from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds unfavourable views of Islam prevalent across the country at varying levels and highest in Quebec. Indeed, two-in-five Canadians outside of Quebec (39%) hold an unfavourable view of Islam. In Quebec that number reaches half (52%). These views take more concrete

Statement by Minister Hussen on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Statement by Minister Hussen on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Today, on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we stand in solidarity with Muslim communities across Canada and around the world. We reaffirm our commitment to take action to denounce and tackle Islamophobia, hate-fuelled violence, and systemic discrimination whenever and wherever it occurs. Diversity is a fact, but inclusion is

Yukon Mosque beautified with Arabic calligraphy by Windsor artist

Yukon Mosque beautified with Arabic calligraphy by Windsor artist

Windsor artist Salwa Najm recently spent time in Whitehorse along with her assistant, Ahsia Aghbari, painting multiple, elaborate pieces of Arabic scripture on the walls of the Yukon Muslim Society Mosque. "I spent the last week in Whitehorse, Yukon decorating the Yukon Muslim Society Mosque with calligraphy," posted Najm on

What is the RSS (Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh) in India? - Find out in NCCM and World Sikh Org 's new report on the RSS

What is the RSS (Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh) in India? - Find out in NCCM and World Sikh Org 's new report on the RSS

The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) this past week launched the "RSS Network in Canada" report, with the World Sikh Organization of Canada. It is the first attempt to describe how Canadian communities and institutions are being used to help fulfil the vision of the RSS—a group that

PM Trudeau meets with Muslim leaders

PM Trudeau meets with Muslim leaders

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) and a group of Canadian Muslim leaders earlier this week on Monday February 27, and reassured them of the goverment's commitment to combat Islamophobia. There are no ifs, ands, or buts about it: Islamophobia has no place

Toronto Police urged to investigate assault on Muslim woman at Walmart as possible hate crime

Toronto Police urged to investigate assault on Muslim woman at Walmart as possible hate crime

The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) has called on the Toronto Police Service (TPS) to investigate a violent assault on a Muslim woman in a local Walmart as a potentially hate-motivated crime. The attack, which took place on January 8th, 2023, involved an unidentified male who punched the victim

Protecting our Communities: How Muslim Communities can benefit from the Security Infrastructure Program

Protecting our Communities: How Muslim Communities can benefit from the Security Infrastructure Program

As a Muslim community, it is important to take advantage of the Security Infrastructure Program (#SIP) to ensure our safety and protection against hate-motivated crimes. The program offers funding for security infrastructure improvements for places of worship, private educational institutions, and community centers. What is the Security Infrastructure Program (#SIP)

Islamic Relief Canada's report uncovers alarming evidence of Islamophobia in Canadian workplaces

Islamic Relief Canada's report uncovers alarming evidence of Islamophobia in Canadian workplaces

Islamic Relief Canada has published a report titled "Muslims at the Margins: Islamophobia and Unemployment" that sheds light on the extent of Islamophobia in the Canadian labour market. The report is supported by the Canadian Race Relations Foundation and examines nearly 700 Canadian Muslims' lived experiences, uncovering critical evidence of

London appoints Muslim Community Liaison Advisor to combat Islamophobia

London appoints Muslim Community Liaison Advisor to combat Islamophobia

London's efforts to combat Islamophobia have taken a significant step forward with the creation of the Muslim Community Liaison Advisor position in 2022. Ahmer Khan was appointed to the role in December 2022 and will be formally introduced to a city committee on Thursday. In his first public interview with

Canadian Muslim communities mobilize to aid earthquake relief efforts in Turkey and Syria

Canadian Muslim communities mobilize to aid earthquake relief efforts in Turkey and Syria

Following a devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake that hit parts of Turkey and Syria last Monday, many Muslim communities in Canada are gearing up to offer assistance to those affected by the natural disaster. The Turkish consul general in Vancouver, Taylan Tokmak, has reported that rescue efforts are already underway, and

TURKEY EARTHQUAKE: Your support is urgently needed

TURKEY EARTHQUAKE: Your support is urgently needed

A devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck south-eastern Turkey near the border with Syria in the early hours of Monday February 6. Over 1,500 people are dead and several hundred are injured, with the death toll expected to rise. Rescue workers are desperately searching for survivors in cities and

Canada Unanimously Passes Motion to Resettle 10,000 Uyghur Refugees

Canada Unanimously Passes Motion to Resettle 10,000 Uyghur Refugees

Recently, Members of Parliament in Canada have passed a resolution calling for a refugee program to resettle 10,000 Uyghurs fleeing persecution in China. The motion was passed unanimously, signifying the importance of the issue and the unity of the Members of Parliament in addressing it. Vote result: Private Members’

Two Men found guilty of Anti-Arab hate crime against Muslim family in Mississauga, Ontario

Two Men found guilty of Anti-Arab hate crime against Muslim family in Mississauga, Ontario

On July 15, 2018, a Muslim family in Mississauga, Ontario was viciously attacked while enjoying a summer evening at their local community center. On January 31st, 2023, the attackers were found guilty of aggravated assault and assault at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Brampton. The judge noted that

Newly appointed Special Representative on Islamophobia has to apologize for pointing out Islamophobia.

Newly appointed Special Representative on Islamophobia has to apologize for pointing out Islamophobia.

The Trudeau government fulfilled its promise of naming a special representative to combat Islamophobia after 18 months. However, the appointment of Amira Elghawaby turned controversial in just 24 hours. The government announced her appointment last Thursday, days before the anniversary of the Quebec City mosque massacre. It took 18 months

This January 29th, let's commit to the road ahead

This January 29th, let's commit to the road ahead

Today marks an occasion that forever changed our community and our country. Today marks the “National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia” and the sixth anniversary of the attack on Janurary 29th, 2017, that took the lives of six worshippers. As we reflect

Canada’s first Mosque opens its doors to shelter Edmonton’s vulnerable citizens

Canada’s first Mosque opens its doors to shelter Edmonton’s vulnerable citizens

As a part of the Extreme Weather Response activation, the Al Rashid Mosque will reactivate its winter shelter and open its doors to provide a safe and warm space for Edmonton’s most vulnerable citizens. The activation of Al Rashid’s shelter takes effect on Saturday, January 28, 2023, and