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Chapel Hill and the way forward

Canadian Muslims

Chapel Hill and the way forward

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/vigils-and-prayers-across-north-america-for-3-muslims-murdered-in-north-carolina/unc_muslim-students2/] By Hind Al-Abadleh (February 20, 2015) – Like everyone else, I was shocked to the core when I learned of the shooting in Chapel Hill last week that led to the heinous murder of three young, bright seekers of knowledge and

Former PMs call for oversight of national security activities

Canadian Muslims

Former PMs call for oversight of national security activities

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/former-pms-call-for-oversight-of-national-security-activities/former-pm/] (February 19, 2015) – Today, four former prime ministers published a statement in The Globe and Mail [http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-debate/a-close-eye-on-security-makes-canadians-safer/article23069152/] and La Presse calling urgently for an enhanced approach to national security review and oversight in the country.

We’re taught that life is a bridge

Canadian Muslims

We’re taught that life is a bridge

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/were-taught-that-life-is-a-bridge/farris-barakat/] Farris BarakatBy Farris Barakat [This speech was delivered by Farris Barakat, brother of Deah Barakat, at a vigil on Wednesday night, February 11 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Deah Barakat, his wife Yusor Mohammad Abu-Salha, and her

Islamophobia and anti-Semitism share common features

Islamophobia and anti-Semitism share common features

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/islamophobia-and-anti-semitism-share-common-features/idi-feb-10-1/] (February 15, 2015) – Islamophobia and anti-Semitism have many features in common, according to Ivan Kalmar, a University of Toronto professor. “Islamophobia and anti-Semitism show similarities to each other that other hatreds don’t,” said Professor Ivan Kalmar. “Of course, we must

Crazy for Cricket sleepover event for India vs Pakistan match

Canadian Muslims

Crazy for Cricket sleepover event for India vs Pakistan match

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/crazy-for-cricket-sleepover-event-for-india-vs-pakistan-match/vpcf/] (Feb 13, 2015)- The Valley Park Go Green Cricket Field Project will be hosting its second Crazy for Cricket Sleepover Event on Saturday at Valley Park Middle School (VPMS) in honor of the 2015 ICC World Cup Match between arch

Vigils and Prayers across North America for 3 Muslims murdered in North Carolina

Craig Stephen Hicks

Vigils and Prayers across North America for 3 Muslims murdered in North Carolina

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/vigils-and-prayers-across-north-america-for-3-muslims-murdered-in-north-carolina/unc_muslim-students/] (February 11, 2015) – Candlelight vigils are planned in cities across North America [https://www.facebook.com/events/1403079069994949/?pnref=lhc] over the next few days to remember and pray for the three Muslim students who were the victims of a

Toronto Muslim leaders talk about preaching Islam

Toronto Muslim leaders talk about preaching Islam

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/toronto-muslim-leaders-talk-about-preaching-islam/skc1/] (February 8, 2015) – Muslim leaders from across the Greater Toronto Area attended a seminar on Saturday titled, “Preaching Islam in the North American Context”, that was hosted by the Mississauga-based Canadian Centre for Deen Studies [http://centrefordeenstudies.com/index.html]. “This

Toronto celebrates World Interfaith Harmony Week

Toronto celebrates World Interfaith Harmony Week

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/toronto-celebrates-world-interfaith-harmony-week/idi_4-feb-3-2015/] (February 5, 2015) – This week, Toronto is celebrating World Interfaith Harmony Week [http://www.interfaithtoronto.ca/index.html] and there is growing interest across the city by faith and civic groups to partake in interfaith activities. “This is the third

Diversity really is this city’s strength

Diversity really is this city’s strength

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/diversity-really-is-this-citys-strength/toronto-skyline/] By Rahul K. Bhardwaj [http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/diversity-really-is-this-citys-strength/rahulbhardwaj-2/] (February 4, 2015) – “The World Needs Toronto to Succeed” was the title of the Foundation’s Toronto’s Vital Signs® Report several years ago. I coined this phrase

Canadian Muslims troubled by PM’s comments implicating mosques in terror promotion

Canadian Muslim Lawyers' Association (CMLA)

Canadian Muslims troubled by PM’s comments implicating mosques in terror promotion

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/canadian-muslims-troubled-by-pms-comments-implicating-mosques-in-terror-promotion/pm-stephen-harper/] (February 2, 2015) – Two national Muslim organizations are expressing concern over Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s remarks last week implicating mosques in the country as places where terrorism is being promoted. The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) and the

Canadian Muslims hold peace gatherings in 4 cities

Canadian Muslims

Canadian Muslims hold peace gatherings in 4 cities

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/canadian-muslims-hold-peace-gatherings-in-4-cities/dscf0041/] (January 31, 2015) – Canadian Muslims came out today in public squares in four cities to rally for peace and to voice their opposition to terrorism done in the name of their religion. “As Canadian Muslims, we stand united in our commitment

#JeSuisConfused

#JeSuisConfused

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/jesuisconfused/confused/] By Faisal Kutty (January 29, 2015) – “I am only trying to make people laugh,” says Dieudonne M’bala M’bala. He was referring to his Facebook update: “Tonight, as far as I am concerned, I feel like Charlie Coulibaly.” The comedian

Prison chaplains offer vital support

Prison chaplains offer vital support

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/prison-chaplains-offer-vital-support/islamicchaplaincy2/] (January 27, 2015) – Chaplains who support inmates in prisons need our support, according to Canadian Senator Don Meredith. Speaking at the Third Annual ONE LOVE Chaplaincy Fund Raising dinner held last Saturday evening in Toronto, Senator Meredith said, “I am proud

Honoring GTA Emerging Young Leaders

Honoring GTA Emerging Young Leaders

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/honoring-gta-emerging-young-leaders/idi-uoft-pres1/] Dr. Meric Gertler, President of the University of Toronto delivers keynote speech(January 26, 2015) – Mustafa Ahmed and Danny Richmond were the winners of the inaugural Emerging Young Leaders Award that was given out by the Intercultural Dialogue Institute (GTA) [http:

Building racial and religious peace begins at home

Building racial and religious peace begins at home

By Sarah Mushtaq [http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/building-racial-and-religious-peace-begins-at-home/sarah_mushtaq/] Sarah Mushtaq(January 24, 2015) – The past year has been mentally exhausting if you identify as an ethnic minority. From the constant wars in the Middle East to Quebec and Ottawa to Charlie Hebdo in Paris, violence

Toronto multi-faith communities pray for peace

Canadian Muslims

Toronto multi-faith communities pray for peace

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/toronto-multi-faith-communities-pray-for-peace/noor-3/] (January 22, 2015) – Faith and spiritual leaders gathered at Toronto’s Noor Cultural Centre on Wednesday night to offer prayers for peace in the world. “Welcome to this multi-faith gathering for prayers for peace,” said Samira Kanji, President of Noor Cultural

How inclusive is Toronto?

Canadian Muslims

How inclusive is Toronto?

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/how-inclusive-is-toronto/crrf3/]Dr. Wendy Cukier, Vice President, Research and Innovation at Ryerson University(January 21, 2015) – A distinguished panel of thought leaders gathered on Tuesday, January 20th to discuss Toronto’s challenges in aligning the city’s everyday realities with its motto, “Diversity

Muslim communities must help converts

Canadian Muslims

Muslim communities must help converts

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2012/canadian-leaders-recognize-contributions-of-muslims/imam-samy-metwally/] By Imam Samy Metwally (January 18, 2015) – I spoke to the media this week [http://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/imam-worries-about-spike-in-converts-to-islam-since-terrorist-attack-in-ottawa] to share my observation that more people than ever have come to the main Ottawa mosque to convert to Islam. It

Young Public Heroes

Young Public Heroes

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/young-public-heroes/tps_4927/]Lovejeet Bhatti accepts her award from Deputy Chief Peter SlolyBy Ron Fanfair (January 15, 2015) – With encouragement from music teacher Vandana Sharma, Lovejeet Bhatti took up her North Albion Collegiate Institute’s music teacher’s offer to apply for the

Ottawa Muslims concerned after terror-related arrests

Abdulhakim Moalimishak

Ottawa Muslims concerned after terror-related arrests

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/ottawa-muslims-concerned-after-terror-related-arrests/larmond/] (January 13, 2015) – Ottawa Muslims are expressing concern that young people in the city had fallen prey to extremists following the arrest of three men on terrorism related charges. “I see it as a growing concern,” Abdulhakim Moalimishak, President of the

In the wake of Charlie Hebdo we need a more honest engagement

Canadian Muslims

In the wake of Charlie Hebdo we need a more honest engagement

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/in-the-wake-of-charlie-hebdo-we-need-a-more-honest-engagement/parisattacks/] By Dr. Muqtedar Khan (January 12, 2015) – The massacre at Charlie Hebdo, a French Satirical magazine, by Muslim extremists that led to a nationwide manhunt and ultimately 17 fatalities has once again focused global attention on religiously motivated violence by Muslims.

Khaled Al-Qazzaz released and looking forward to being reunited with family

Canadian Muslims

Khaled Al-Qazzaz released and looking forward to being reunited with family

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/khaled-al-qazzaz-released-and-looking-forward-to-be-reunited-with-family/khaled-al-qazzaz/] (January 11, 2015) – Today, Khaled Al-Qazzaz was released from his hospital room where he was being treated for serious medical conditions. On Monday December 29, 2014 the Egyptian Attorney General issued an order for his release. Khaled Al-Qazzaz is a permanent

Sarah Attia talks about her efforts to free her husband Khaled al-Qazzaz

Canadian Muslims

Sarah Attia talks about her efforts to free her husband Khaled al-Qazzaz

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/sarah-attia-talks-about-her-efforts-to-free-her-husband-khaled-al-qazzaz/sarah/] (January 8, 2015) – A conversation between Sarah Attia and political science lecturer, Katherine Bullock, about Sarah’s efforts to free her husband, held without charge, and contrary to international and Egyptian law, in an Egyptian jail for over 535 days. Sarah,

Muslim groups donate $100K to prevent Detroit water shutoffs

Canadian Muslims

Muslim groups donate $100K to prevent Detroit water shutoffs

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/muslim-groups-donate-100k-to-prevent-detroit-water-shutoffs/water/] (January 7, 2015) – The Muslim community of Michigan is making a contribution to support Detroit residents who are facing hardship from water shut offs. The Michigan Muslim Community Council (MMCC) in partnership with Islamic Relief USA [http://www.irusa.org/] (IR)

ISNA Canada elects new board

Canadian Muslims

ISNA Canada elects new board

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/isna-canada-elects-new-board/isna-canada/] (January 6, 2015) – The Election Committee of ISNA Canada has announced the 2014 elections results for the Board of the organization. The new Board elected for the 3 year-term, 2015 to 2017 is: Director / Officers: Dr. Syed Imtiaz Ahmad (President) Dr.