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Bridges Beyond Faith: An Event Dedicated To Peace

Bridges Beyond Faith: An Event Dedicated To Peace

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/bridges-beyond-faith-an-event-dedicated-to-peace/poster_rumi_web/] An Interfaith symposium and concert [http://toronto.interculturaldialog.com/upload/PeaceDay/index.html] will be held on Sunday, September 21 at Toronto’s Metropolitan United Church to mark the International Day of Peace. The event is sponsored by the

Tayyibah Taylor, American Muslim Pioneer, Passes Away

Tayyibah Taylor, American Muslim Pioneer, Passes Away

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/tayyibah-taylor-american-muslim-pioneer-passes-away/tayyibahtaylor/] (September 5, 2014) – Tayyibah Taylor, editor-in-chief of Azizah Magazine, the popular women’s journal, and one of America’s most well-known Muslim personalities, has passed away, leaving a big void in Muslim media activism. “We regret to announce the passing of

Controversy erupts over Governor’s remarks at ISNA

Controversy erupts over Governor’s remarks at ISNA

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/controversy-erupts-over-governors-remarks-at-isna/us-islamic-society-conference/] (September 2, 2014) – Michigan Governor Rick Snyder’s remarks at the Islamic Society of North America’s opening session last Friday has drawn sharp criticism from American Muslims. In his speech, Snyder affirmed Israel’s right to exist without making any

Jimmy Carter receives warm welcome at US Muslim Convention

Canadian Muslims

Jimmy Carter receives warm welcome at US Muslim Convention

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/jimmy-carter-receives-warm-welcome-at-us-muslim-convention/jimmy-carter-1a/] (September 1, 2014) – Former US President Jimmy Carter was warmly welcomed by convention delegates on Saturday at the Islamic Society of North America’s annual convention in Detroit. “I am delighted to be here with my fellow Americans,” Carter told the

Thousands of Muslims gather in Detroit

Thousands of Muslims gather in Detroit

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/thousands-of-muslims-gather-in-detroit/img_0300/] (August 29, 2014) – Thousands of people from across North America gathered today in Detroit for the start of the 51st Annual Convention of the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA). “I am thrilled and happy that we chose Detroit for

Jimmy Carter headlines ISNA Convention in Detroit

Jimmy Carter headlines ISNA Convention in Detroit

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/jimmy-carter-headlines-isna-convention-in-detroit/isna-poster/] (August 26, 2014) – Former American President, Jimmy Carter, will be featured as a keynote speaker at the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) national convention to be held in Detroit this weekend. Carter will address the convention on the historic need

London Mosque celebrates 50th anniversary

Canadian Muslims

London Mosque celebrates 50th anniversary

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/london-mosque-celebrates-50th-anniversary/lmm50a/] (August 17, 2014) – The London Muslim Mosque celebrated its 50th anniversary this weekend. “It’s a place where people come to relax, to identify, to establish new friendships, to outreach to the neighborhoods around the mosque and meet new friends,” Dr.

Ontario promises to help children wounded in Gaza conflict

Canadian Muslims

Ontario promises to help children wounded in Gaza conflict

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/ontario-promises-to-help-children-wounded-in-gaza-conflict/gaza5/] (August 6, 2014) – Ontario says that it do what it can to help children seriously wounded in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “It is with deep sadness that I’ve watched recent news reports of children impacted by the conflict in the Middle

Canadian Muslims Celebrate Eid on Monday

Canadian Muslims

Canadian Muslims Celebrate Eid on Monday

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2012/eid-on-sunday-august-19-announces-fiqh-council/eid-mubarak-red-600x396-2/] (July 27, 2014) – Canadian Muslims will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, the feast that marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan on Monday July 28, 2014. From Vancouver to St. John’s, the country’s Muslims will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow. The national

Gaza Doctor: Don’t Allow the Hatred that Killed My Daughters to Claim More Lives

Canadian Muslims

Gaza Doctor: Don’t Allow the Hatred that Killed My Daughters to Claim More Lives

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/gaza-doctor-dont-allow-the-hatred-that-killed-my-daughters-to-claim-more-lives/dr-abuelaish2/] (July 14, 2014) – Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish is calling on all Toronto residents to join a peaceful vigil at Queen’s Park on Tuesday to call for an immediate end to all hostilities in the Gaza Strip. “I invite all residents of

Muslim group condemns Doug Ford 'jihad' remarks

Canadian Muslims

Muslim group condemns Doug Ford 'jihad' remarks

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/muslim-group-condemns-doug-ford-jihad-remarks/gnm/] (July 5, 2014) – The Muslim civil liberties advocacy organization, The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), has condemned anti-Muslim remarks made by Toronto City Councillor Doug Ford. According to news reports [http://www.thestar.com/news/city_hall/toronto2014election/2014/07/

Olive Tree Foundation - a charity that makes a difference

Canadian Muslims

Olive Tree Foundation - a charity that makes a difference

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/olive-tree-foundation-a-charity-that-makes-a-difference/2014-pictures-013/] OTF funded sewing clubs in Thorncliffe through The Intergeneration Community Network Services(July 3, 2014) – The Olive Tree Foundation [http://olivetreefoundation.ca/], Canada’s oldest waqf (endowment) institution, has announced its Annual Ramadan Campaign to raise funds in support of local

Canadian Imams disapprove of youths fighting in foreign conflicts

Canadian Council of Imams

Canadian Imams disapprove of youths fighting in foreign conflicts

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/canadian-imams-disapprove-youths-fighting-in-foreign-conflicts/cci/] (June 24, 2014) – Canadian Imams have issued a statement saying that no one should go overseas to fight in conflict zones in the belief that they are helping fellow Muslims. “Canadian Muslims who might do this will be promoting disloyalty to

Muslims raise $1 million for Brampton Hospital

Brampton Civic Hospital

Muslims raise $1 million for Brampton Hospital

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/muslims-raise-1-million-for-brampton-hospital/muslimfriendsof-osler-may-26-2014/] (June 18, 2014) – The Muslim community has raised $1 million for the Brampton Civic Hospital. “By the Grace, Mercy, Blessings and Guidance of God Almighty we have finally reached the end of the $1 million fund-raising campaign for the Brampton Civic

Halal Food Fest 2014 attracts record crowds

Canadian Muslims

Halal Food Fest 2014 attracts record crowds

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/halal-food-fest-2014-attracts-record-crowds/dscf8301/] (June 14, 2014) – The largest halal food festival in North America opened on Saturday at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ontario with record crowds from across the city showing up to take in the festivities. “There’s lots to see, do

Muneeba Centre gains support in Scarborough

Ansar Financial

Muneeba Centre gains support in Scarborough

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/muneeba-centre-gains-support-in-scarborough/camd5/] (June 13, 2014) – The Muneeba Centre will offer support programs and respite services for people with disabilities a fund raising dinner in Scarborough was told on June 7. The fund-raiser was organized by the Canadian Association for Muslims with Disabilities (CAM-D)

Groundbreaking Muslim Philanthropy Conference in Ottawa

Groundbreaking Muslim Philanthropy Conference in Ottawa

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/groundbreaking-muslim-philanthropy-conference-in-ottawa/afp-ottawa-3/] Next Gen Panelists Rasha Al-Katta (WaterCan); Leen Al Zaibak (Jusoor); Washim Ahmed (Human Concern International); and Obaid Ahmed (UmmahHub)(June 9, 2014) – A Muslim Philanthropy Forum, part of a groundbreaking series focused on understanding the philanthropic traditions and interests of diverse

Zaib Shaikh appointed Toronto Film Commissioner

Canadian Muslims

Zaib Shaikh appointed Toronto Film Commissioner

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/zaib-shaikh-appointed-toronto-film-commissioner/zaib-shaikh/] (May 29, 2014) – The City of Toronto announced today the appointment of Zaib Shaikh as Toronto’s new Film Commissioner and Director of Entertainment Industries. Councillor Michael Thompson (Ward 37 Scarborough Centre), Chair of the Economic Development and Culture Committee, made

NCCM takes next step in lawsuit against PMO

NCCM takes next step in lawsuit against PMO

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/nccm-takes-next-step-in-lawsuit-against-pmo-spokesman/nccmjpg/] (May 26, 2014) – The National Council of Canadian Muslims is filing a statement of claim in Ontario Superior Court after failing to get an apology from the Prime Minister’s Office for a comment the organization says linked it to a

Hassan Yussuff - New President of Canadian Labour Congress

Canadian Labour Congress

Hassan Yussuff - New President of Canadian Labour Congress

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/hassan-yussuff-new-president-of-canadian-labour-congress/2012_iso_hassan_yussuff_clc/] (May 25, 2014) – On May 8th, delegates to the Canadian Labour Congress convention in Montreal elected Hassan Yussuff as President in a contested election. Yussuff defeated incumbent Ken Georgetti, who has been CLC President since 1999. The

Muslim Philanthropy Forum June 3 in Ottawa

AFP Inclusive Giving Project

Muslim Philanthropy Forum June 3 in Ottawa

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/muslim-philanthropy-forum-june-3-in-ottawa/dawn_at_ottawas_parliament_hill/] (May 22, 2014) – A Muslim Philanthropy will be held in Ottawa on June 3. The forum is part of the Inclusive Giving Project launched in 2012 by the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada. This ground-breaking series focuses

Ottawa Muslims convene this weekend

Canadian Muslims

Ottawa Muslims convene this weekend

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/ottawa-muslims-convene-this-weekend/ilead2014/] (May 14, 2014) – Ottawa’s Muslims will gather on Saturday, May 17th at the Palais des Congrès de Gatineau for the second annual I.LEAD Conference. [http://www.ileadottawa.ca/en/index.html] According to the organizers, “I.LEAD stands for

Muslims Condemn Boko Haram Kidnapping of Schoolgirls

Muslims Condemn Boko Haram Kidnapping of Schoolgirls

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/muslims-condemn-boko-haram-kidnapping-of-schoolgirls/nigeriabokoharam/] (May 6, 2014) – Muslims have strongly condemned as “un-Islamic and obscene” the kidnapping and threat to “sell” more than 200 Nigerian schoolgirls by the terror group Boko Haram. “It is almost impossible to express the level of disgust felt by American

Jailed Egyptian-Canadian journalist Mohamed Fahmy wins World Press Freedom Award

Al-Jazeera English

Jailed Egyptian-Canadian journalist Mohamed Fahmy wins World Press Freedom Award

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/jailed-egyptian-canadian-journalist-mohamed-fahmy-wins-world-press-freedom-award/mohamedfahmy/] (May 1, 2014) – An Egyptian-Canadian journalist currently detained in a Cairo prison will be honoured as the 16th winner of the World Press Freedom Award at the Canadian Committee for World Press Freedom’s (CCWPF’s) annual luncheon celebration at the

NCCM Holds Successful 2014 Gala

Canadian Muslims

NCCM Holds Successful 2014 Gala

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/nccm-holds-successful-2014-gala/nccm3/] (April 7, 2014) – The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), a prominent Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization, held its 2014 Gala under its new name on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto. Over 220 guests