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TMU President Lachemi receives Order of Ontario

TMU President Lachemi receives Order of Ontario

Toronto Metropolitan University President Mohamed Lachemi has received the Order of Ontario. The honour was bestowed upon him by Lieutenant Governor Edith Dumont at a special ceremony on November 27. Lachemi, who has presided over TMU since April 2016, says the award is a testament to the incredible work of

Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) has awarded Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick a Lifetime Achievement Award at their recently concluded convention that took place from September 2nd to 4th, 2023 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. "It is an honour to accept the Lifetime Achievement Award from Muslim Association of

A life imbued with generosity, compassion and resilience

A life imbued with generosity, compassion and resilience

It is with a heavy heart and a profound sense of loss, we announce the passing of a true humble friend to humanity, Abdul Hameed Shaikh (husband to Saleha, father of Shahid and Wajeda), who returned to the embrace of the Most Merciful on Friday August 25, 2023. Hameed Shaikh's

Eulogy for Sister Shuhada Sinéad O’Connor

Eulogy for Sister Shuhada Sinéad O’Connor

Delivered by Shaykh Dr Umar Al-Qadri - Imam, Islamic Centre of Ireland August 8, 2023. For Muslims, death denotes a gift greater than the gift of life. While our births deliver us into this ephemeral world, our deaths deliver us into an eternal abode. Our Prophet, peace be upon him,

In Memoriam: Dr. Shabbir Akhtar - respected British Muslim Philospher dies aged 63

In Memoriam: Dr. Shabbir Akhtar - respected British Muslim Philospher dies aged 63

Tributes are pouring in for British Muslim academic Dr Shabbir Akhtar, who died last week at age 63. The philosopher and intellectual was known as a staunch defender of Islam and the Prophet (SAW). Dr Shabbir was also renowned for looking at the Bible and critiquing it from his considerable

Dr Jamal Badawi receives the Annual Ummah Society Community Award 2023

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Dr Jamal Badawi receives the Annual Ummah Society Community Award 2023

Congratulations to Dr Jamal Badawi for receiving the Ummah Society Community Award 2023 for his outstanding service to the community! His Honour the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, The Honourable Arthur LeBlanc, presented the prestigious award to Dr Badawi, in the presence of distinguished leaders of the city of Halifax

6 ways to approach Ramadan like a garden

6 ways to approach Ramadan like a garden

By Michael Rashid Taylor This year, the beginning of Ramadan coincides with the start of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere. This part of the year is generally seen as a time of renewal after the long dark winter, inspiring thoughts of regrowth and rejuvenation. Some of us might even consider

How my faith helped me after the loss of loved ones in the earthquake

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How my faith helped me after the loss of loved ones in the earthquake

The author of this moving reflection, Associate Professor Salih Yucel based in Melbourne lost six of his close relatives, including his sister Remziye Yucel and 19 distant kin, due to the catastrophic earthquake in Turkiye. I remember where I was when I got news of the earthquake. I was about

Imam Abu Noman Tarek honored with Grand Erie District School Board's Learn, Lead, and Inspire Award: A Proud Moment for the Muslim Community

Imam Abu Noman Tarek honored with Grand Erie District School Board's Learn, Lead, and Inspire Award: A Proud Moment for the Muslim Community

The Muslim community in Brantford is proud to announce that their religious leader, Imam Abu Noman Tarek, was honored this week with the Grand Erie District School Board's Learn, Lead and Inspire award. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to their school communities and align with

Rabia Khedr receives Daniel G. Hill Human Rights Award

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Rabia Khedr receives Daniel G. Hill Human Rights Award

On the 60th anniversary of the enactment of Ontario’s Human Rights Code, in a YouTube premiere, the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) presented the first-ever Daniel G. Hill Human Rights Awards, and honoured four recipients who have each made significant contributions to advance human rights in Ontario and beyond.

Alia Hogben and Tanya Talaga to receive honorary degrees

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Alia Hogben and Tanya Talaga to receive honorary degrees

Two women who have empowered under-represented groups throughout their careers will receive Honorary Degrees from Victoria University in The University of Toronto. The degrees will be conferred on journalist and award-winning author Tanya Talaga, who has reported extensively on Canada’s treatment of Indigenous people, and Alia Hogben, who, through

Real life hero honoured by City of Mississauga

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Real life hero honoured by City of Mississauga

“It's not every day you meet a real life hero,” tweeted Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie as she recognised Adam Attalla for springing into action to save 3 young people from a home fire last month. “Proud to join @derynrizzi [https://twitter.com/derynrizzi], @MississaugaFES [https://twitter.com/MississaugaFES] & Council to

McGill student wins Centre Culturel Islamique de Québec Memorial Award

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McGill student wins Centre Culturel Islamique de Québec Memorial Award

McGill University graduate student Sarah Abou-Bakr is this year’s recipient of the Centre culturel islamique de Québec (CCIQ) Memorial Award [https://www.mcgill.ca/seedsofchange/project/cciq-memorial-award-enduring-legacy] , for her efforts to promote awareness and understanding of the Muslim experience in Quebec and Canada. Each year, the CCIQ Memorial Award

Adam Attalla commended for helping children escape Mississauga fire

Adam Attalla commended for helping children escape Mississauga fire

Last Saturday morning, 18-year-old Adam Attalla noticed a burning smell and then his mother saw a neighbour’s house on fire. Two girls were on the roof of the Mississauga semi-detached house with another girl trapped inside. Adam Attalla leapt into action. "There was a lot of smoke. So, the

Is there a doctor on the plane?

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Is there a doctor on the plane?

Toronto doctor Aisha Khatib was about one hour into her Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Entebbe on December 5th when the call went out, “Is there a doctor on the plane?’ A Ugandan worker returning home to Uganda from Saudi Arabia was about to deliver her first child. Khatib

Entrepreneur story: The journey of starting a business

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Entrepreneur story: The journey of starting a business

By Nora Bahgat My name is Nora and I currently run a small business called Nora's Bakery [http://www.norasbakery.ca] that is based in Mississauga, ON, Canada. I started my business right in the midst of the pandemic in April of 2020. However, my passion for baking started as

Mohamed Fakih appointed to the Order of Canada

Mohamed Fakih appointed to the Order of Canada

Mohamad Fakih has been appointed to the Order of Canada for his business and community leadership, and for his philanthropic involvement in his community and abroad. The Lebanese-Canadian businessman is the well-known owner of the Paramount Fine Foods restaurant chain that he grew from a single shop to 80 locations

Muslims pay tribute to Archbishop Desmond Tutu

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Muslims pay tribute to Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Muslims are paying tribute to Archbishop Desmond Tutu who passed away on Sunday, 26th December, 2021 at the age of 90. “Bishop Tutu was a critical and moral voice during the struggle and post-apartheid democracy. He was a voice for the oppressed of this world and today we pay homage

Saeed El-Darahali appointed to the Order of Nova Scotia

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Saeed El-Darahali appointed to the Order of Nova Scotia

Saeed El-Darahali has been appointed to the Order of Nova Scotia. El-Darahali is a well-known business founder, entrepreneur, educator, board member and engaged volunteer. The Order of Nova Scotia is the highest honour in the Province of Nova Scotia, recognizing those who have distinguished themselves in many fields of endeavour

An inspiring man

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An inspiring man

By Brian Carwana So often when Muslims make the news, it is as either victims or perpetrators of violence (the murdered London family or the Taliban respectively). Where, I always wonder, are the stories of Muslims like those I know – people who are excellent neighbours, insightful colleagues, and community supporters?

Canadian Muslims mourn the loss of Wahida Valiante - a trailblazing leader

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Canadian Muslims mourn the loss of Wahida Valiante - a trailblazing leader

By Taha Ghayyur On Friday, November 26, 2021, Wahida Chishti Valiante, a visionary Canadian Muslim leader passed away in Toronto, Canada. Wahida, also affectionately referred as “Auntie Wahida” by many younger Muslims she inspired, was born in Azad Kashmir and raised in the UK. Living in Canada since 1961, Wahida

Renowned Muslim Academic Professor Mahmoud Ayoub passes away in Montreal

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Renowned Muslim Academic Professor Mahmoud Ayoub passes away in Montreal

{Tribute from Hartford International University [https://www.hartfordinternational.edu/news-events/news/hartford-international-mourns-beloved-professor-mahmoud-ayoub] } Mahmoud Mustafa Ayoub, a prominent Shia scholar and Honorary Faculty Associate in Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations at Hartford International University, passed away on Oct. 31 in Montreal, Canada, where he lived for the past several years. The HIU

“But You’re Jamaican!”

“But You’re Jamaican!”

By Djamil Ninsoo Growing up I was made aware of just how special my family is. After all we’re a bunch of Indo-Jamaicans, Afro-Jamaicans and their Dougla babies (no matter how mixed up). It’s become even more clear to me over the last five years as I’ve

Masjid Toronto: a place of love, faith and hope

Masjid Toronto: a place of love, faith and hope

By Farhad Khadim This is a story of how people of faith refused to be victimized by terror. It resulted in the establishment of Toronto’s downtown Masjid (Mosque) which turned the corner of Dundas and Chestnut into a place of prayer and spirituality for thousands of Canadians each week.

Ghosts of Afghanistan

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Ghosts of Afghanistan

Just before the Taliban sweep back to power and the United States withdraw in defeat, former Globe and Mail war correspondent Graeme Smith returns to Afghanistan. In the recently released and timely TVO Original documentary, GHOSTS OF AFGHANISTAN, Smith offers a first-hand account of NATO’s failed attempt to bring