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A June Friday at UofT’s Hart House: How a Nervous Teenager went From Georgetown to the Minbar

Our arrival in this country was never only about what we could receive. It was about what we were destined to give. A community that thinks only in years will always be catching up. We need to think in generations.

Real Lives

In Memoriam: A Tribute to Abdirazak Karod

In loving memory. A Tribute to Abdirazak Karod, Executive Director, Somali Centre for Family Community Builder | Mentor | Elder

News

Five Years After London Terror Attack, Vigils and Rallies Across Canada Demand Action on Rising Islamophobia

Five years after an act of terror shattered the peace of a quiet June evening, thousands of Canadians gathered this weekend to honour "Our London Family" and demand concrete federal and provincial action against a relentless rise in Islamophobia.

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Muslim Workers in Toronto Region Earn $12,000 Less Than Non-Muslim Peers, York University Study Finds

Islamophobia costs GTHA Muslim community an estimated $1.2 billion in lost wages annually, new research reveals

Editor

From the Spirit of Madina to Magnifica Humanitas: A Universal Blueprint to Heal Our Divide

Unity is never an accident; it is an active, courageous moral choice. By anchoring our collective lives in the shared values of human dignity, mutual responsibility, and universal justice, we can build communities that heal our fractures and transform our world once again.

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Whitby mayor responds to Muslim Welfare Canada’s shelter backlash

The controversy ignited after a viral post began circulating across digital platforms, falsely claiming that municipal or regional government funding was being prioritized for "Islamic-exclusive housing" over broader Canadian welfare facilities.

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Waterdown Islamic School bus vandalized

The Hamilton Police Service’s hate crime unit has launched an investigation into the incident, which has left families shaken and local leaders demanding answers.

Reflections

Hajar and the Birth of a Nation

Through Hajar’s perseverance, trust and effort, a desolate valley became a sanctuary, a family became a nation, and a mother’s footsteps became part of the sacred rhythm of faith itself.

News Featured

Remembering Khalid Usman: A Legacy of Service, Faith, and Community Building

Khalid Usman’s life reminded us that true community leadership is not about personal prestige, but about the tangible, positive impact we leave on the lives of others.

News

How a Toronto Mosque Transformed Urban Friction into Indigenous Connection

This mural is more than just a successful beautification project; it is a masterclass in thoughtful community engagement and an expression of true civic responsibility.

Editor

The Hollow Label: Why Our Identity is Flourishing While Our Spirit Drifts

If we do not bridge the gap between our cultural identity and our spiritual reality, we will find that we have gained the world’s recognition but lost our spiritual compass.

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Dr. Ingrid Mattson receives honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Yale University

As Yale noted, Dr. Mattson’s work has been defined by “integrity, wisdom, and a steadfast commitment to dialogue across faiths”- values that continue to shape communities around the world

Editor

Why Scarborough’s ‘We Belong’ Campaign Demands Our Solidarity

Right now, in the City of Toronto, there remain critical, heartbreaking gaps: one such gap is the lack of a faith-centered sanctuary for Muslims living with disabilities. The launch of DEEN Support Services’ “We Belong” Scarborough campaign is a direct challenge to this collective oversight.

Reflections

Hajj and the rekindling of the enduring legacy of dissent

Hajj can be a great visual illustration of the collective power contained in the single actions by millions of individuals when they emerge as a purposeful collective, and a reminder that dissent can be a revolution in slow motion.

Reflections

What Separates the 7% of Charities Actually Winning With AI?

Technology can improve efficiency, personalize communications, and support decision-making, but it cannot replace empathy, compassion, trust, or the relationships that are central to meaningful charitable work.

Editor

Seeking a Good End: How Amin Abdullah’s Final Words Offer a Blueprint for Courage

We honour Amin Abdullah not only by mourning his loss but by internalizing the wisdom he left behind. He reminds us that while we cannot choose the hour of our departure, we can choose the state of our hearts.

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Canadian Muslim Communities Prepare for Eid Al-Adha

Muslim communities across Canada are finalizing preparations for Eid al-Adha on Wednesday, May 27.

Reflections

Rising to the Challenge of AI: A Community Reflection

AI is a powerful tool that will reshape our world. By approaching it with education, ethical grounding, and active participation, non-profits, faith leaders, and professionals can ensure we do not just survive the AI revolution, but help guide it toward the common good.

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MAC Condemns "Deeply un-Canadian" Targeting of Convention Speakers by CBSA

MAC alleges that nearly all international guests invited to this year’s convention—one of the largest Muslim gatherings in the country—were subjected to targeted immigration actions, including the sudden cancellation of visas and Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETAs).

Reflections

When fire didn't burn …

In a world of broken trust, family conflicts, religious extremism and spiritual emptiness, Ibrahim (AS) offers a complete role model of faith with practical lessons.

Editor

Beyond the Click: Reclaiming Our Moral Agency in a Digital World

If our social media profiles were read as a record of our character, what would they reveal? Would they show a person of patience, truth, and care? Or would they reveal someone swept away by the winds of outrage?

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Anticipation Builds for MAC Convention 2026: A Call to Live with Purpose

As the vibrant days of spring unfold in Toronto, the community prepares for one of the most anticipated gatherings of the year. From May 16 to 18, the Enercare Centre will once again host the Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) Convention. Drawing thousands of individuals from across the Greater Toronto

Reflections

The Beauty of Aging

Aging is not merely about adding years to life. It is about adding meaning to those years. Every stage of life carries its own responsibilities and gifts. Youth may possess energy, but elders possess perspective.

Reflections

Diaspora communities carry the burden of watching war from afar

By Lara El Mekaui, Research Fellow, FUTUREMIG — Futures of Migration and Mobility project, Toronto Metropolitan University I live and work in Toronto, but as a Lebanese‑Ukrainian immigrant in Canada, my attention has been elsewhere since the United States and Israel launched their war with Iran. I refresh my phone

Lifestyle

From Diapers to Degrees: A Profile of Dr. Mona Rahman

Her story is one of academic excellence, personal resilience, and a deep-seated commitment to making campus culture more inclusive for those who follow in her footsteps.