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Canada’s First Halal Dining Show - Breaking Bread breaks down Barriers

Canada’s First Halal Dining Show - Breaking Bread breaks down Barriers

(January 12, 2016) – Halal food has taken the GTA by storm. You can now find any type of halal cuisine you are craving in almost any part of the city – something that was impossible a decade ago. It’s no longer small mom and pop dives that feature halal food

When Life Gives You No-Fly Lemons

When Life Gives You No-Fly Lemons

By Naeem Siddiqi (January 11, 2016) – In the past week, Canadians have followed the saga of a six year-old child named Adam Ahmed who found himself on a ‘no fly’ list. Specifically, his dad, Sulemaan Ahmed, found his boy on Air Canada’s Deemed High Profile List [http://globalnews.ca/

ISNA Condemns Execution of Shia Cleric in Saudi Arabia

Canadian Muslims

ISNA Condemns Execution of Shia Cleric in Saudi Arabia

(January 3, 2016) – The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) issued a statement condemning the executions of Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr and three Shia Muslim activists by the Specialized Criminal Court (SCC) in Saudi Arabia. Sheikh Nimr was a vocal critic of the Saudi government’s policies against the

Reading Contest: Who is Prophet Muhammad, peace be on him

Canadian Muslims

Reading Contest: Who is Prophet Muhammad, peace be on him

(December 31, 2015) – The first annual reading contest on the life of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be on him, has been launched across North America. The contest, that will be conducted in March 2016, is recommended for high school level students and up and is open to residents of United

Muslims gather in Toronto for Annual RIS Convention

Muslims gather in Toronto for Annual RIS Convention

(December 25th, 2015) – The Reviving the Islamic Spirit Convention (RIS) got underway on Friday in Toronto with thousands of people from North America and beyond streaming into Metro Toronto Convention Centre for the three-day gathering. “RIS has really become an annual holiday tradition for Muslims. The event is all about

Thousands of Muslims expected for RIS Convention

Canadian Muslims

Thousands of Muslims expected for RIS Convention

(December 22, 2015) – Thousands of Muslims from across North America and beyond are expected in Toronto this coming holiday weekend for one of the largest gatherings of Western Muslims, the Annual Reviving the Islamic Spirit Convention (RIS). [http://risconvention.com/]They will come to listen to leading Islamic scholars, academics

2016 Peace & Dialogue Awards Announced

2016 Peace & Dialogue Awards Announced

Dr. Hamid Slimi receives Interfaith Award(December 15, 2015) – Intercultural Dialogue Institute (IDI GTA) has announced this year’s recipients of its Peace and Dialogue Awards that honour individuals and organizations for their exemplary leadership and commitment to advancing peace and strengthening social harmony in Canadian society. The 2106 Peace

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

Olive Tree Foundation celebrates a decade of leading community development

Canadian Muslims

Olive Tree Foundation celebrates a decade of leading community development

(December 5, 2015) – Canada’s premier Waqf, the Olive Tree Foundation, celebrated its 10th anniversary on Sunday, November 22 with an Appreciation Dinner held at the The Estate Banquet and Event Centre in Scarborough. “The Olive Tree Foundation gives us the opportunity to plant in the soil of this world,

Muslim Voices against Extremism

Canadian Muslims

Muslim Voices against Extremism

(November 30, 2015) – DAESH, ISIL, ISIS or IS. It has as many names as conceptions of what it’s really about. It would like to call itself the Islamic State but its detractors would rather not give it that legitimacy by referring to it either as a Islamic or as

Canadian Imams denounce ISIL

Canadian Council of Imams

Canadian Imams denounce ISIL

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/canadian-muslims-condemn-isis-and-its-despicable-ideology/cci-2/] November 17, 2015 TORONTO – CANADIAN COUNCIL OF IMAMS (CCI) VEHEMENTLY DENOUNCES ISIL KILLINGS AND ATTACKS IN PARIS AND AROUND THE WORLD With deep shock and inexpressible sorrow, we, the Canadian Council of Imams, send our heartfelt condolences to the families and

Prime Minister Trudeau issues statement on fire at Peterborough Mosque

Canadian Muslims

Prime Minister Trudeau issues statement on fire at Peterborough Mosque

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/prime-minister-trudeau-issues-statement-on-fire-at-peterborough-mosque/trudeau/] (November 16, 2015) – The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, issued the following statement today on the fire that took place at the mosque in Peterborough: “I am deeply disturbed by the fire that took place at the Kawartha Muslim Religious Association’s

Mosque in Peterborough deliberately set on fire

Canadian Muslims

Mosque in Peterborough deliberately set on fire

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/mosque-in-peterborough-deliberately-set-on-fire/peterboroughmosque2/] (November 15, 2015) – Peterborough police are investigating a fire at the town’s mosque, Masjid Al-Salaam Mosque on Parkhill Road, which they say a fire was deliberately around 11 p.m. Saturday night. Firefighters responded and contained the fire to the

Canadian Muslim group condemns terror attacks in Paris

Canadian Muslims

Canadian Muslim group condemns terror attacks in Paris

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/canadian-muslim-group-condemns-terror-attacks-in-paris/france_paris_shootings_par107-2015nov13_214731_963-jpg/] (November 13, 2015) – The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), a prominent Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization, has issued a statement condemning today’s horrific and despicable terrorist attacks in Paris, France. “Canadians are expressing

Canadian Muslims rally to sponsor Syrian families

Bridges of Mercy

Canadian Muslims rally to sponsor Syrian families

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/canadian-muslims-rally-to-sponsor-syrian-families/bom1/] (November 6, 2015) – Something exceptional has been happening in the east end of Toronto at the Islamic Institute of Toronto as community volunteers rally to help Syrian families come to Canada. At a benefit dinner, organized by the Bridges of Mercy

Canadian Churches Decry Rising Islamophobia

Canadian Churches Decry Rising Islamophobia

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/canada-churches-decry-rising-islamophobia/stopislamophobia/] By Muneeb Nasir (October 25, 2015) – Churches and faith groups are calling on all Canadians, including the media and politicians, to take a stand against the rising bigotry and discrimination in the country against Muslims. “Quakers are appalled at the bigotry

Canadian Muslims congratulate Justin Trudeau on election victory

Canadian Muslims

Canadian Muslims congratulate Justin Trudeau on election victory

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/canadian-muslims-congratulate-justin-trudeau-on-election-victory/prime-minister-designate-justin-trudeau/] (October 21, 2015) – The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) has sent congratulations to the Liberal Party of Canada and its leader Justin Trudeau on their historic victory in Canada’s 42nd general election. “We commend the Liberal Party of Canada

Religions Parliament Calls for Peace, Justice

Religions Parliament Calls for Peace, Justice

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/religions-parliament-calls-for-peace-justice/maguiremairhead/] By Muneeb Nasir (October 18, 2015) – A declaration was issued at the Parliament of the World’s Religions on Saturday, October 18, calling on people to stand against hate and to pursue peace and justice. The declaration followed a plenary session

Restore Kindness: Makkah Imam at Parliament of the World's Religions

Restore Kindness: Makkah Imam at Parliament of the World's Religions

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/restore-kindness-makkah-imam-at-parliament-of-the-worlds-religions/imam/] By Muneeb Nasir (October 16, 2015) – The Imam of the Grand Mosque of Makkah, Dr. Shaikh Salih Abdullah Humaid, called on the weekly Friday congregational prayers held at the Parliament of the World’s Religions in Salt Lake City to partake

Parliament of World’s Religions Opens in US

Parliament of World’s Religions Opens in US

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/parliament-of-worlds-religions-opens-in-us/parliament1/] By Muneeb Nasir (October 15, 2015) – Thousands of people from around the world filled the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on Thursday evening for the opening ceremonies of the Parliament of the World’s Religions. “Welcome, welcome,

World's Largest Interfaith Gathering in Utah

World's Largest Interfaith Gathering in Utah

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/worlds-largest-interfaith-gathering-in-utah/whos-coming-to-the-parliament/] (October 12, 2015) – Bringing thousands of participants from different faith groups, the Parliament of World’s Religions, the world’s largest inter-religious gathering is set to take place in Salt Lake City, Utah, October 15-19. “Parliament is coming here because we’

Voting Values: A Muslim Perspective

Voting Values: A Muslim Perspective

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/voting-values-a-muslim-perspective/dr-wael-shihab/] By Imam Dr. Wael Shehab (October 5, 2015) – Voting and elections are among the most controversial issues in the world. Though the majority of peoples—with different backgrounds and beliefs—show interest in voting and choosing their political leaders and representatives,

Relief agency provides Qurbani meat to Toronto shelters and food banks

Canadian Muslims

Relief agency provides Qurbani meat to Toronto shelters and food banks

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/relief-agency-provides-qurbani-meat-to-toronto-shelters-and-food-banks/ernestines/] Making delivery of Qubani meat to Ernestine’s Women’s Shelter(October 1, 2015) – Northern Lights Relief Foundation, a Toronto-based relief agency recently delivered Qurbani meat across the city to women’s shelters and food banks to mark Eid Al-Adha. Eid

Muslim pioneer Dr Jamal Al-Barzinji passes away

Canadian Muslims

Muslim pioneer Dr Jamal Al-Barzinji passes away

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/muslim-pioneer-dr-jamal-barzinji-passes-away/jamal-albarzinji-2/] (September 27, 2015) – Muslim American leader Dr. Jamal Al-Barzinji passed away on Saturday, September 26, and Muslim leaders and organizations are sending condolences to the family. On behalf of the Islamic Society of North America, Vice President Altaf Husain stated: “Personal

Canadian Muslims host federal debate

Canadian Muslims

Canadian Muslims host federal debate

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/canadian-muslims-host-federal-debate/debate/] (September 18, 2015) – Young Toronto Muslims hosted a federal election debate at the Aga Khan Museum in North York on Friday evening. The debate featured candidates from the Greater Toronto Area representing each of the four major parties. The debaters were