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Introducing Dr. Mahmoud Haddara: New Dean of the Canadian Islamic College
November 29, 2024 We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mahmoud Haddara as the Dean of the Canadian…
President-Executive Message – July 2024
It is Not Time to Give Up but to Keep Seeking Justice Assalamu alikum wa rahmatullah wa barakatu My dear…
From Vision to Reality: Dr. Aisha’s Legacy
From Vision to Reality: Dr. Aisha’s Legacy in Nurturing Quranic Education and Community Spirit MAC Al-Furqan full-time Quran School stands…
Hijri New Year Greetings – 1446
A New Hijri Year is Upon Us – The Door of Hijra Awaits Us July 7, 2024 | Muharram 1st,…
President-Executive Message – June 2024
Light of the Noble Prophetic Hijra/Migration As we commemorate, in few days, the noble Hijra (migration) of our beloved Prophet…
MAC ANNOUNCES EID AL-ADHA 1445 Sunday June 16, 2024
Mississauga | June 06, 2024 The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is pleased to announce that the first Day of…
MAC Welcomes The Dr. Lamia Ben Jemaa Education Fund
March 26, 2024 The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is honoured to welcome the establishment of The Dr. Lamia Ben…
President-Executive Message – February 2024
Prepare for a Ramadan like No Other As we approach the greatest month of the year, there is an immense…
MAC Announcement – Ramadan 1445
Mississauga | February 27, 2024 MAC Announces March 11th as the First Day of Ramadan 1445 The Muslim Association of…
President-Executive Message – December 2023
End of year message 2023 has been an immensely challenging year for our community and our ummah. We have faced…
President-Executive Message – November 2023
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ كُونُوا۟ قَوَّٰمِينَ لِلَّهِ شُهَدَآءَ بِٱلْقِسْطِ ۖ وَلَا يَجْرِمَنَّكُمْ شَنَـَٔانُ قَوْمٍ عَلَىٰٓ أَلَّا تَعْدِلُوا۟ ۚ ٱعْدِلُوا۟ هُوَ أَقْرَبُ…
President-Executive Message – October 2023
Dear brothers and sisters, Assalamu alikum wa rahmatullah wa barakatu As we witness one of the most atrocious examples of…
MAC’s Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
October 3rd, 2023 On the occasion of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, the Muslim Association of Canada (MAC)…
President-Executive Message – September 2023
The Importance of Hope in our Deen. Assalamu alikum warahamatullah wabarakatu My dear brothers and sisters, It seems that whenever…
President-Executive Message – August 2023
Islam: the Perfect Divine Blessing Assalamu alikum warahamatullah wabarakatu My dear brothers and sisters, As we approach the end of…
President-Executive Message – July 2023
[Le texte français suit l’anglais] Remaining Steadfast in the Race of Societal Challenges Assalamu alikum warahamatullah wabarakatu My dear brothers and sisters,…
MAC ANNOUNCES EID AL-ADHA 1444 Wednesday June 28, 2023
Mississauga | June 19, 2023 The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is pleased to announce that the first Day of…
President-Executive Message – June 2023
[Le texte français suit l’anglais.] Striving for a Better Canada: Our Pledge of Faith and Resilience As we approach the sacred month…
President-Executive Message – May 2023
Reflecting on our Masajid post-Ramadan Two years ago, there were debates and worries in the community about the closure of…
President-Executive Message – April 2023
The fight against injustice is beyond time and place The 17th of Ramadan marked the Battle of Badr where a…
President-Executive Message – March 2023
Ramadan – An opportunity meant specifically for you. As Ramadan approaches, some Muslims have mixed feelings, fasting is hard, sleep…
President-Executive Message – February 2023
How does one remain positive in a world with so many trials and tribulations? One of the most comforting surahs…
MAC supports the appointment of Amira Elghawaby as Canada’s Special Representative on Combating Islamophobia
February 2, 2023 MAC supports the appointment of Amira Elghawaby as Canada’s Special Representative on Combating Islamophobia The Muslim Association…
The Federal Government honours Muslim community leaders with a special award
January 23, 2023 The Federal Government honours Muslim community leaders with Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Award Since its inception…
Future of Good Names Sharaf Sharafeldin as one of the Top 30 Canadian Social Purpose Newsmakers of 2022
January 4, 2023 | Bismillahi Rahman ar Raheem. We begin in the Name of Allah(swt) the Most Gracious, the Most…
Assessing New Year Resolutions and Preparing for 2023
By Abdullatif Bakbak, MAC President-Executive (French version follows // la version française suit) January 1, 2021 | As we welcome…
Message from the President – Executive
December 12, 2022 – Assalamu alikum warahamatullah wabarakatu, In this month’s message, let’s talk soccer, or football, whichever your preference.…
The Standing Senate Committee On Human Rights – Testimony By Dr. Nabil Sultan on behalf of MAC
THE STANDING SENATE COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS OTTAWA, Monday, November 21, 2022 Transcript | Video Recording Nabil Sultan, Director of…
Message from the President – Executive
November 15, 2022 | Assalamu alikum warahamtualla Wabrakatu, According to the most recent demographic data from Statistics Canada, the Muslim…
Message from the President-Executive
October 9, 2022 Assalamu alikum warahamtualla Wabrakatu, Muslims all over the world commemorate the mawlid of the Prophet (pbuh) this…
Message from the President-Executive
September 8, 2022, Assalamu alikum warahmatullah wabarakatu, As we witness the horrific floods of Pakistan causing devastation to a third…
Message from the President-Executive
August 15, 2022 Assalamu alikum warahmatullah wabarakatu, I pray that you and your families are enjoying the summer break, connecting…
Bonne Année 1444 Hijri
Le 29 Juillet, 2022 | Le 1er Moharram, 1444 Assalamu alikum warahmatullah wabarakatu, Mes chers frères et sœurs, En cette occasion spéciale…
Hijri New Year Greetings – 1444
July 29, 2022 | Muharram 1st, 1444 In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Specially Merciful. Assalamu alikum…
Message from the President-Executive
July 2022 Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu, I pray that you are and your family are well and healthy,…
Eid Al Adha 2022 Message
Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah dear Brothers and Sisters, وَمَنْ أَحْسَنُ دِينًا مِّمَّنْ أَسْلَمَ وَجْهَهُ لله وَهُوَ مُحْسِنٌ واتَّبَعَ مِلَّةَ إِبْرَاهِيمَ حَنِيفًا وَاتَّخَذَ…
MAC ANNOUNCES EID AL-ADHA 1443 Saturday July 9th, 2022
Mississauga | June 29, 2022 The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is pleased to announce that the first Day of…
Message from MAC Chairman
June 25, 2022 Assalam Alikom wa Rahmatu Allah wa Barakatuh, Since the establishment of the Muslim Association of Canada (MAC)…
June 6 Commemoration of London Islamophobic Attack
June 7, 2022 | London, ON – This month marks the solemn commemoration of the London attack and the killing…
Message from the Executive Director – May 2022
Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh. Dear Community Members, I pray you, your families, and the communities around you are well…
EID Message From the Executive Director
Assalamu alikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu and Eid Mubarak to you and your family. As the blessed month of Ramadan…
Message from MAC ED about the Charter Challenge against CRA’s Islamophobic Practices
* French version follows the English. La version française suit l’anglais. In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the…
Ramadan 1443 National Events & Live Programs
We are so excited to share holistic virtual and in-person programming available to all our community members from coast to…
Letter from the Editors
March 3, 2022 Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh, Dear Brothers and Sisters, We pray that each of you are well, and that your…
Remembering Lost Lives
February 3, 2022 | Isatou Jabbie, 31; Hagi Jawara, 47; Ousmane Konteh, 2; Sera Janneh, 27; Seydou Toure, 12; Haouwa Mahamadou, 5; Haji Dukary, 49; Haja Dukureh,…
Message from the Executive Director
Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh, Dear Brothers and Sisters, Insha’Allah each of you, your families and community are well and…
Message of the Executive Director
Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh, My Dear Brothers and Sisters, Alhamdulillah a new year is upon us. I pray that…
BC Anti-Racism-Legislation Consultation Speech
Dec 11, 2021 The BC government is committed to tackling systemic racism in public sector policies, programs, and services. Data…
The Muslim Association of Canada launches an Educational Platform to Combat Islamophobia in Ontario Schools With The Ministry of Education
Toronto, Ontario, December 2, 2021: The Muslim of Association of Canada (MAC) is proud to announce the launch of an…
Message of the Executive Director
Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, I pray that each of you, your families and communities are well and healthy, inshaAllah. This…
Muslims Launch Platform to Combat Islamophobia in Ontario Schools
A leading Canadian Muslim association is launching a new educational platform to combat Islamophobia in the public education system and…
Message of the Executive Director
Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh, My dear brothers and sisters, As we move into November, we should remember to apply…
Message of the Executive Director
Asalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu,I pray you and your families and the communities around you are well, Insha’Allah. This…
Message of the Executive Director
Salamu walaikum wa Rahmatullah dear brothers and sisters, I pray you and your families and the communities around you are…
Message of Executive Director
Asalamu walaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu dear Brothers and Sisters, I pray you are well and that your family and…
MAC Speech at National Summit Against Islamophobia
Besmi Allah Arrahman Arraheem (In the Name of Allah Most Gracious Most Merciful) Assalamu alaikum everyone, May the peace and…
The Muslim Association of Canada Declares Three Key Priorities For The National Action Summit on Islamophobia
Press Release – July 20, 2021 Mississauga, Ontario – The Muslim Association of Canada welcomes the federal government’s National Action…
Proposal Submission to the National Action Summit on Islamophobia
July 20, 2021 The Honourable Bardish ChaggerMinister of Diversity and Inclusion and YouthHouse of Commons Re: Proposal submission to the…
The Quest for Equality at The Mount of Arafat
Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah dear Brothers and Sisters, The Quest for Equality at The Mount of Arafat ثُمَّ أَفِيضُوا مِنْ حَيْثُ أَفَاضَ النَّاسُ…
MAC ANNOUNCES EID AL-ADHA 1442
MISSISSAUGA, July 13th 2021 The Muslim Association of Canada is pleased to announce that Tuesday July 20th 2021 will be…
Message of the Executive Director
Asalamu walaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu dear Brothers and Sisters, As I open with May the Peace, Mercy and Blessings…
Coping with the London Tragedy
Asalamu walaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, May the peace, mercy and blessings of Allah(swt) be upon each of you, and…
Message of the Executive Director
Asalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu, May the peace, mercy and blessings of Allah (swt) be upon each of you,…
Canada’s Response to Israel’s Expulsion Of Palestinians From Their Homes And The Attack On Palestinians Worshipping In Al-Aqsa
May 12, 2021 The Right Honourable Justin TrudeauPrime Minister of CanadaOffice of the Prime Minister80 Wellington Street Ottawa, ONK1A 0A2 …
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu,May the Peace, Mercy and Blessings of Allah(swt) be with all of you. I hope…
MAC Launches Its First Mosque Vaccination Popup Clinic with Peel Public Health
MISSISSAUGA- April 24th, 2021: The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) appreciates the efforts of the Ontario Government and the provincial…
Permissibility of Vaccine and its administration in Ramadan by Dr. Jasser Auda
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم As Canada continues to implement its vaccination rollout plan there are many myths circulating about the…
Protecting nature, act of faith: Muslim women are leading the charge on climate activism
Researcher Memona Hossain says faith can be an asset for environmental activism In describing our connection as human beings to…
Ramadan Food Share
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, let’s break down the walls of vulnerability and build hope and resilience as a community. Join…
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah dear Brothers and Sisters, I pray that each of you are well, and that your families…
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Asalamu walaikum wa Rahmatullah dear Brothers and Sisters, I pray you are well and that your family and communities around…
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, InshaAllah each of you, your families and community are well and in good health. As we…
As we reclaim our narrative, we must stand firm and proud to our values, traditions and histories
More than 30 distinguished Canadian and global Muslim scholars and community leaders joined the first trilingual virtual summit themed Deeply…
Designating January 29 as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Islamophobia
The Muslim Association of Canada has signed with 75 other Muslim organization from across Canada calling for the Prime Minister…
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – January 2021
Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, InshaAllah you, your families and communities are well and healthy. It is an honour to write…
Writing a Muslim-Canadian narrative is based on knowing your authentic identity
“This day have I perfected your religion for you, completed my favor upon you, and have chosen for you Islam…
MAC Scholars Summit – Dec 24th – Jan 2nd
Save the Date & Register Now MAC Scholars Summit | Deeply Rooted & Standing Strong | 10 Days – 20…
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – December 2020
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – December 2020 Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, I pray that each of you, your families…
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – November 2020
MESSAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – November 2020 Asalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, InshaAllah you and your family and community are…
Message of the Executive Director – October 2020
Message of the Executive Director – October 2020 Asalamu Walaikum wa Rahmatullah, Insha’Allah you, your families and communities are well, healthy…
A Brief History of Black Muslims in Canada
As part of Islamic History Month, the Muslim Association of Canada presents the untold story of Black Muslims in Canada…
REOPENING OF SUMMER CAMPS
REOPENING OF SUMMER CAMPS Les Aventuriers Day Camp, has managed to face the summer of all challenges in these very…
REOPENING OF FULL-TIME SCHOOLS
REOPENING OF FULL-TIME SCHOOLS MAC is pleased to announce the safe reopening of MAC schools for the 2020-2021 school year. Over…
Message of the Executive Director – September 2020
Message of the Executive Director – September 2020 Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, I pray that all of you, your families…
For its 7th Year: Registration Open for Al Otrojah for Quran Studies
Al Otrojah for Quran Studies is proud to announce the opening of registration for its 7th year .The registration for…
Haddara: Coronavirus exposes shaky sustainability of our health-care system
Haddara: Coronavirus exposes shaky sustainability of our health-care system Author of the article: Free Press Vox Populi As the first…
Message of the Executive Director – August 2020
Message of the Executive Director – August 2020 Asalamu Walaikum wa Rahmatullah, I pray you are each well and healthy…
Olive Grove Grade 8 Graduation
Olive Grove Grade 8 Graduation COVID-19 has affected everyone from different fields, across the globe. However, the abrupt end to…
First set of seniors graduating from Abraar Secondary School
First set of seniors graduating from Abraar Secondary School Abraar Secondary celebrates the first ever Grade 12 graduating class of…
Udhiya Food Share Program
Udhiya Food Share Program As part of the already initiated Canada-wide Community FoodShare Campaign, MAC has launched an udhiya distribution…
MAC iRISE – You Got This!
MAC iRISE – You Got This! At MAC, education and tarbiyyah are our top priority. We believe in nurturing students…
Pandemic exposes importance of character
Pandemic exposes importance of character In this series, AMS Healthcare addresses the challenges facing healthcare today – particularly in light of the…
Prioritize Safety, Not Numbers When Reopening Places of Worship
Prioritize Safety, Not Numbers When Reopening Places of Worship In participating in the relaunch strategy of the Government of…
Message of the Executive Director – July 2020
Message of the Executive Director – July 2020 Assalam Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, InshaAllah you are well and your families and…
GLOBAL NEWS | Coronavirus: Ontario places of worship reopen with safety measures
Coronavirus: Ontario places of worship reopen with safety measures By Albert Delitala Global News Posted June 12, 2020 8:00 pm WATCH: Many…
CALGARY HERALD Opinion: Alberta mosques are setting a high bar in the COVID fight
Opinion: Alberta mosques are setting a high bar in the COVID fight Issam Saleh Calgary Herald Muslims practice social distancing…
WATERLOO CHRONICLE | Waterloo Region mosques allowed to reopen Friday
Waterloo Region mosques allowed to reopen Friday First time in three months prayer services allowed at Waterloo Region mosques NEWS Jun…
THE RECORD | Waterloo Region mosques allowed to reopen Friday
Waterloo Region mosques allowed to reopen Friday By James JacksonRecord Reporter Thu., June 11, 2020timer2 min. read WATERLOO REGION — Muslims in…
MAC’s Guidelines & FAQ Documents for Best Practices on Reopening of Mosques
MAC’s Best Practices Guidelines document for reopening centres is accessible through this link . For the Frequently Asked Questions presented…
Best Practices Workshop Video on Reopening Mosques in Ontario
MAC Best Practices Workshop Video on Reopening of Mosques in Ontario MAC held a “Mosque Reopening Best Practices Guidelines and…
MAC REOPENING CENTERS IN ONTARIO
MAC REOPENING CENTERS IN ONTARIO On Friday, June 12, 2020 Mississauga – June 09 2020: The Muslim Association of…
Br. Sharaf Sharafeldine’s June Newsletter Address
Salam walaikum wa Rahmatullah, I pray you, your families, and the communities around you are well and in good…
Vandalism of Masjid Toronto
GRAFFITI AND VANDALISM INCIDENTS AT MASJID TORONTO Mississauga – June 4, 2020 – The Muslim Association of Canada…
NATIONAL OBSERVER OP-ED: Activism gives Muslim youth a way to connect amid pandemic social isolating
Activism gives Muslim youth a way to connect amid pandemic social isolating By Sarah Attia | Opinion | June 1st 2020 Actively contributing helps youth…
LONDON FREE PRESS OP-ED: Khan: Muslim community has stepped up to help out amid virus crisis
Khan: Muslim community has stepped up to help out amid virus crisis Author of the article: Free Press Vox Populi…
The Record: Ramadan, Passover and Easter: time for hope in the age of uncertainty
Ramadan, Passover and Easter: time for hope in the age of uncertainty Please chip in to support more articles like…
TORONTO STAR OP-ED: ‘Our hearts can stay open’: how faith-based organizations are fighting hunger
‘Our hearts can stay open’: how faith-based organizations are fighting hunger By Waqqas ShafiqueContributor Tue., May 19, 2020timer2 min. read The COVID-19…
TORONTO STAR OP-ED: For this year’s Eid festival, Muslim communities can connect online
For this year’s Eid festival, Muslim communities can connect online By Sharaf SharefildinContributor Fri., May 22, 2020timer3 min. read CONTRIBUTORS OPINION For…
TIMMINS TODAY: Virtual celebration creates special bonds
Virtual celebration creates special bonds Timmins families found new ways to mark Ramadan this year May 26, 2020 12:19…
GLOBAL NEWS: Muslim communities in Edmonton adapt to celebrate Eid al-Fitr amid COVID-19 restrictions
Muslim communities in Edmonton adapt to celebrate Eid al-Fitr amid COVID-19 restrictions After days of fasting, it’s a time…
ICI MONTREAL: Déconfinement : les lieux de culte de l’Alberta peu pressés de rouvrir
Déconfinement : les lieux de culte de l’Alberta peu pressés de rouvrir Avec le début du déconfinement, certains lieux…
CITYTV: Muslims marking Eid al-Fitr in unique ways amid the pandemic
Muslims marking Eid al-Fitr in unique ways amid the pandemic Sunday is Eid al-Fitr, and as millions of Muslims end…
GLOBE AND MAIL: Canadian Muslims find creative new ways to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, despite COVID-19 restrictions
Canadian Muslims find creative new ways to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, despite COVID-19 restrictions SAMAR WARSI PUBLISHED MAY 24, 2020UPDATED MAY…
YORK REGION: Virtual prayers, drive-through gift giveaways — here’s how Muslims are celebrating Eid during the COVID-19 pandemic
Asghar Methiwalla, in centre wearing green, with family and friends after he set up a table of samosas and sweets…
CBC CALGARY: Calgary Muslims celebrate Eid COVID-19-style
Calgary Muslims celebrate Eid COVID-19-style Drive-thru events and virtual celebrations replaced traditional get-togethers this year Dan McGarvey · CBC News · Posted: May 25,…
CALGARY HERALD: Gallery: Calgarians celebrate Eid during COVID-19 pandemic
Gallery: Calgarians celebrate Eid during COVID-19 pandemic Author of the article: Postmedia News Yasmin, 9, left and her sister…
TORONTO STAR Virtual prayers, drive-through gift giveaways — here’s how Muslims are celebrating Eid during the COVID-19 pandemic
Virtual prayers, drive-through gift giveaways — here’s how Muslims are celebrating Eid during the COVID-19 pandemic By Omar MoslehEdmonton Bureau Sat.,…
Alberta Muslims Celebrate a Eid Virtually
Alberta Muslims Celebrate a Eid Virtually Waking up on the morning of Eid-ul-Fitr always feels like a dream after spending…
Racing Towards Goodness | Executive Director’s Statement
Assalamu alaikum Dear Community Members, The blessed month of Ramadan is quickly coming to an end. This year, all…
MAC Eid Festival presents… EID TO REMEMBER (LIVE)
MAC Eid Festival presents EID TO REMEMBER! This year, MAC wants to bring the Eid spirit to your…
Ramadan, Passover and Easter: time for hope in the age of uncertainty
Ramadan, Passover and Easter: time for hope in the age of uncertainty Abdul Nakua May 6, 2020 The original article…
Déclaration du directeur exécutif | Bulletin mensuel de mai 2020
Assalamu alaikum Chers membres de la communauté, J’espère et je prie Allah (SWT) pour que chacun de vous et…
Executive Director’s Statement | May Newsletter
Assalamu alaikum Dear Community Members, I hope and pray that each of you and those around you are well,…
Message de Directeur exécutif sur le Ramadan
Assalamu alaykum chers membres de la communauté, Je commence par vous souhaiter, à vous, à vos familles et à…
Executive Director’s Ramadan Message
Assalamu alaikum Dear Community Members, I begin by wishing you and your family and community a blessed Ramadan. Prophet…
Introducing the MAC National Ramadan Program: In the Shade of the Quran
MAC National Ramadan Program: In the Shade of the Quran Ramadan 1441/2020 This Ramadan, let us, as a community, focus…
MAC lance un programme du Ramadan à partir de ce vendredi, le 24 Avril
MISSISSAUGA, le 22 AVRIL 2020 MAC lance un programme du Ramadan à partir de ce vendredi, le 24 Avril L’Association…
MAC Launches Ramadan Programming Starting Friday, April 24th
MISSISSAUGA, APRIL 22, 2020 MAC Launches Ramadan Programming Starting Friday, April 24th The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) emphasizes the…
MAC Webinar | Special Edition
Join us this Thursday, April 16 at 8:30pm EDT for a MAC Webinar Special Edition. We will be joined by…
MAC Webinar #4 | Connecting While Isolating
MAC Webinar “Connecting While Isolating” airs Tuesday at 8:30pm EDT. This week’s panel discussion features Sh. Mohammad Zahid Aboghodda, Br.…
Mayor Bonnie Crombie Encouraging Support for MAC Community Food Share Campaign
Thank you Mayor Bonnie Crombie for your support for MAC Give’s Community Food Share campaign ? Our hope is…
MAC Announces April 24th as the first day of Ramadan 1441
MISSISSAUGA, APRIL 07 2020 MAC Announces April 24th as the first day of Ramadan 1441 Ramadan Mubarak! The Muslim Association of…
MAC Give Community Food Share Campaign | CTV NEWS NATIONAL
MAC Give Community Food Share Campaign Amidst the social distancing of the COVID-19 epidemic, MAC launched a national Community…
Special MAC Webinar with Hon. Ahmed Hussen
Special MAC Webinar with Honourable Minister of Families, Children and Social Development Ahmed Hussen Apr 9, 8:30pm EST +Q&A Register…
Executive Director’s Statement | April Newsletter
Assalamu alikum Dear Community Members; Through the past few weeks, each of us individually and collectively have witnessed a…
MAC Webinars | Connecting While Isolating
MAC Webinar “Connecting While Isolating” airs Tuesday at 8:30pm EDT. Features a panel discussion with Dr. Jasser Auda, Br. Nabil…
MAC Webinars: Mayor Tory Live with the Muslim Community
Special Webinar where Mayor John Tory engages online with the Muslim community addressing their needs and concerns during this time…
MAC Webinar 02 Connecting While Isolating
MAC Webinar “Connecting While Isolating” airs tomorrow at 8:30-9:300pm EDT. Features a panel discussion by Dr. Jamal Badawi, Br. Ali…
Federal Lobbyists’ Registry Sees Crop of new COVID-19 filings, as Groups Grapple with Pandemic
MAC’s Executive Director, Sharaf Sharafeldin quoted as a leader of Canada’s largest Muslim charity. He explains how the there’s a…
Help community groups aid others
Help Community Groups Aid Others Mosques have closed their doors to congregations. However, acts guided by our faith, including responsibilities…
Statement On MAC’s Requests For The Government to Support the Charity Sector
Statement On MAC’s Requests For The Government to Support the Charity Sector Mississauga – March 26, 2020 – The severe…
URGENT UPDATE: MAC SHUTS DOWN ALL PHYSICAL WORKPLACES & PUBLIC SPACES ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND TRANSFERRING TO ONLINE PROGRAMMING
MISSISSAUGA, MARCH 24 2020 | 16:00 URGENT UPDATE: MAC SHUTS DOWN ALL PHYSICAL WORKPLACES & PUBLIC SPACES ACROSS…
TODAY: Connecting While Isolating Live Webinar March 24
MAC’s existing mosques, schools and community centres have been closed to the public as per guidelines we are following by…
MAC Executive Director’s Letter to the Toronto Star
MAC Executive Director Sharaf Sharafeldin’s Letter to the The Toronto Star’s Editor on the role and function of faith-based community…
Faith and Reassurance from The Executive Director
Assalamu Alaykum wa rahmtu Allah (Peace be with you) In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Specially…
MAC REFLECTIONS: Living Under the Protection of Allah
MAC REFLECTIONS: Living Under the Protection of Allah During these unprecedented times, MAC understands the difficulty our communities are encountering.…
MAC Give Community Food Share Campaign Offering Support Nationally
Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) MAC Give Community Food Share Campaign Offering Support Nationally Written by Muslim Association of Canada Published…
MAC Give Organizing Blood drive with Canadian Blood Services
MAC Give Organizing Blood drive with Canadian Blood Services The Canadian Blood Services (CBS) has announced its concern about…
Mise au point de l’avis consultatif du MAC du 16 mars sur l’éclosion du COVID-19 (16 MARS)
Mise au point de l’avis consultatif du MAC du 16 mars sur l’éclosion du COVID-19 MISSISSAUGA, 16 MARS 2020…
URGENT UPDATE: Suspension of Congregational Prayers at MAC Centres and Mosques (MARCH 16)
URGENT UPDATE: Suspension of Congregational Prayers at MAC Centres and Mosques MISSISSAUGA, MARCH 16 2020 | 17:30 Based…
March 16th Community Advisory Update on the COVID-19 Outbreak
March 16th Community Advisory Update on the COVID-19 Outbreak As part of our commitment to provide regular updates to…
Avis du comité consultatif du MAC du 16 mars sur l’éclosion du COVID-19 (16 MARS)
Avis du comité consultatif du MAC du 16 mars sur l’éclosion du COVID-19 Dans le cadre de notre engagement…
MARCH 13 MAC Community Advisory on COVID19 Virus Outbreak
MARCH 13 MAC Community Advisory on COVID19 Virus Outbreak Dear Community Members Following the community advisory on March…
Calgary Club for Muslim Girls Fosters Sense of Belonging CBC Article
‘It’s nice knowing that people go through it with you and you’re not alone doing it’ CBC News · Posted: Feb 10,…
MAC Senior Members Meet National Bishop from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
On February 13th MAC Chairman Dr. Nabil Sultan and Dr. Wael Haddara from met and connected with Susan Johnson, National…
MAC Meets Premier Jason Kenney and Members from Alberta Legislature
MAC had a constructive discussion about religious freedom, Fairness for Newcomers Action Plan at a roundtable with Premier Jason Kenney…
MAC’s Executive Director Meets to Discuss Ontario’s Upcomming Budget with Minister of Finance Rod Phillips
On February 4th MAC held a constructive dialogue with Ontario Minister of Finance Rod Philips an on Ontario’s budget and…
Affordable Housing is More than just Brick and Mortar
A man sleeps on the sidewalk outside the Boyle Street Community Services building in downtown Edmonton on July 31, 2019. LARRY…
The Best of Both Worlds at Abraar Secondary School
The Best of Both Worlds at Abraar Secondary School École secondaire Abraar Le meilleur des deux mondes While the…
MAC E-Learning Sign-up Form
As an innovative approach to learning, this project seeks to enhance the accessibility and availability of Islamic knowledge for English-speakers. Our…
Job Opportunity | Human Resource Administrator Assistant
MAC is Hiring! Position: Human Resources Administrator/Assistant Location: Head Office, Mississauga Status: Full-time, Four month contract The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is…
MAC Youth Club Edmonton is organizing a Distribution Day to help those most in need of basic necessities during the…
What Muslims expect from the Liberal government in 2020
By Sharaf Sharafeldin Contributor Thu., Jan. 2, 2020 timer3 min. read The Canadian Muslim community is an engaged member of the Canadian…
GTA Muslim Community Blood Drive
Asalamu Alaykum Dear Brothers and Sisters Winter break is a time when blood donations are low, and the Muslim Community…
Honouring Former Premier of Alberta Rachel Notley
We are thankful for your strength, compassion and dedication as former Premier of Alberta @RachelNotley As MAC’s VP Finance framed…
Breaking Bread with our Faithful Allies
Indeed it was a wonderful evening joining our allies in a beautiful and equally impactful inter-faith-cultural-generational experience. We came together…
MAC Team Building Towards a Vibrant and Robust Alberta
Thank you Leela Sharon Aheer for recognizing and mentioning MAC and our representatives at the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. We are honoured to…
MAC & United Nations Association in Canada recognize Walied Soliman as Global Citizen Laureate 2019
On Thursday, November 21st we were delighted and honoured to join the United Nations Association In Canada in recognizing Walied Soliman as…
MACxUNITED WAY FORGING NEW PATHWAYS
On November 4th MAC Head Office held a reception for Hope & Prayer in the 6ix stakeholders to join together…
MAC IRISE
At MAC, education and tarbiyyah are our top priority. We believe in nurturing students in our schools to be spiritually connected, strongly…
TORONTO MOSQUE HOSTS OPEN HOUSE TO CELEBRATE ISLAMIC HISTORY MONTH
Masjid Toronto held an open house on Saturday, October 26th to celebrate Islamic History Month. At the event, members of…
Join MAC’s Team for the United Way CN Tower Climb!
Will you step UP? The United Way CN Tower Climb is 8 days away!On Saturday, November 2 and Sunday, November…
‘Get your voices heard’: Campaign seeks to drive Canadian Muslims to vote
Get Out The Vote initiative hopes to mobilize Muslim voters in Calgary to hit advance polls. Hannah Kost · CBC News · Posted: Oct…
Edmonton mosque joins over 100 across Canada for ‘Get Out the Vote’ campaign ANNA JUNKER Updated: October 12, 2019
ANNA JUNKER Updated: October 12, 2019 SHAREADJUSTCOMMENTPRINT An Edmonton mosque is among 100 across Canada that are launching a campaign to…
Getting Out the Muslim Vote | MAC Québec
Over 100 mosques across the country are mobilizing Muslim voters to head to advanced polls. Aimée Lemieux reports, the idea…
MAC Vancouver #GetOutTheVote
“Muslim Vote Weekend” campaign by The Canadia-Muslim Vote launches its #GetOuttheVote sermons in >100 mosques across 6 provinces & territories.…
MAC Edmonton #GetOutTheVote
Today @canadianmv launched its “Muslim Vote Weekend” over the Thanksgiving weekend to get out and vote during advance polls. Pictured:…
TOWNHALL- Burlington & Oakville- North Burlington
Exciting panel discussion planned by the MAC and The Canadian Muslim Vote with all Burlington and Oakville – North Burlington…
Bill 21 — new battles, old wars
Abdul NakuaOctober 10, 2019POLITICS IN CANADA Reflecting on the divisive debate in Quebec about religious symbols and the passing of Bill 21,…
Déclaration condamnant la fusillade d’une synagogue durant le Yom Kippour (le jour des expiations), à Halle, en Allemagne
Mississauga – 10 octobre 2019 – L’Association des musulmans du Canada (MAC) insiste sur le message holistique de l’islam dans…
Statement Condemning Synagogue Shooting on Yom Kippur in Halle, Germany
Mississauga – October 10, 2019 – The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) emphasizes the holistic message of Islam within the…
MAC Youth National Photography Contest Winners 2019
Thank you to everyone who participated in our first ever MAC Youth National Photography Contest! This contest reflects MAC Youth’s…
Coming together in faith and prayer to tackle poverty
By Sharaf SharafeldinContributorDaniele ZanottiContributorTues., Oct. 8, 2019timer3 min. read We live in one of the greatest regions in the world, but poverty…
MAC Schools Observe #OrangeShirtDay
Olive Grove School & Al-Furqan School Students honour Indigenous Children On the last Monday of September, several MAC schools across…
Kitchener Masjid serves as model for how Waterloo’s Islamic centre will support local communities
OPINION Sep 30, 2019 by Asif Manzoor Waterloo Region Record The local chapter of the Muslim Association of Canada has participated in the Food…
Daher: London Muslims’ Noor Gardens initiative aims to serve whole community
Muslims have long been a part of Canada’s social fabric and have helped build many of this country’s most vibrant…
Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) and The Canadian Muslim Vote (TCMV) Partner to Expand Muslim Civic Engagement Education Across Canada
Mississauga – September 26, 2019 – We are excited to announce that The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) has partnered…
Toronto Muslims Raise $100,000 for Anti-Poverty Initiatives
Toronto Muslims raised $100,000 for anti-poverty initiatives across the city at an open-air Friday prayer service held at Nathan Phillips…
Islamic Relief Canada renews commitment to ending homelessness in Toronto
On the sunny afternoon of September 20, 2019, Muslims gathered in Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square for an event titled Hope…
Hope & Prayer in the 6ix
On Friday, September 20 the Muslim Association of Canada hosted a fundraising event at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto in…
God-Conscious Self-Development at Kettleby Valley Camp
MAC Youth National TIC successfully ran its annual Tarbeya and Ilm Camp at Kettleby Valley Camp & Outdoor Centre. Active youth…
Time for CSIS to Rethink its Focus
By Rania Lawendy Contributors Yasin Dwyer Being surveilled or receiving surprise visits or phone calls from Canada’s spy and law enforcement…
The Hijra – A Rebirth of New Hope
As we welcome a new Hijri year, we wish you and your family the best of health and pray to…
Community Round Table Discussion and Recognition Ceremony
We had a constructive dialogue with the Ontario Provincial Police Commissioner Thomas Carrique around community engagement, public safety, Islamaphobia and…
Muslims celebrate Eid Al-Adha in Toronto
CityNews’s Maleeha Sheikh covers Eid Prayers and Festivities at MAC Toronto’s Eid Al-Adha celebrations held at Woodbine Park. Watch video…
Eid al-Adha celebrations happening in Waterloo Region (8 photos)
Kitchener Today covered Eid Al-Adha celebration in Waterloo. The prayer and festival was marked by neighbours coming together and sharing…
Eid Festival Comes to Kitchener
MAC Eid Al-Adha Festival and Prayers were observed and celebrated in Kitchener. CTV News Kitchener were there to capture the…
Passing of Bill 21 is an affront to Canadian pluralism and Quebec values
Samer Elniz July 9, 2019ANTI-RACISMCIVIL LIBERTIES WATCHPOLITICS IN CANADA With the passing of Bill 21 into law in Quebec last…
Central Annual Meeting CAM Youth
MAC Youth Department held their Central Annual Meeting (CAM) this past weekend in Mississauga. Youth teams from across Canada were…
Educational Muslim Achievement Awards Night Calgary 2019
EMAAN is an annual awards night held in Calgary recognizing the best and the brightest in academic and community achievement.…
Raptors Viewing Party
From coast-to-coast, the Raptors were cheered on by die-hard fans and fresh bandwagoners as they played in the NBA finals…
MAC Building Community with Experiences Canada Youth Participants
In partnership with Experiences Canada, MAC Youth hosted a workshop on Islamophobia as part of a week-long Youth Leadership Forum…
Fête Nationale du Québec at Centre Communautaire Laurentien
La Fête nationale du Québec au CCL Montréal, le 24 juin 2019Pour la troisième année consécutive, le Centre Communautaire Laurentien…
National Convention at MAC Head Office
By: Memona Hussain, MAC Board Member All members of MAC’s Board of Directors, Executive Team and representative members from across…
Les communautés religieuses devraient répondre aux Rapport du MMIWG
Par NABIL SULTAN, JUIN. 24, 2019 Grâce à l’engagement de tous les Canadiens, y compris les groupes confessionnels, les organisations…
COMMENTARY: Hate Crimes are Rising and Muslims are Increasingly Targets
By Memona Hussain Special to Global News On April 22, a woman was allegedly assaulted outside the parking lot of Walmart in…
Faith Communities Should be Responding to MMIWG Report
By NABIL SULTAN Nabil Sultan is an academic physician based in London, ON specializing in Kidney Diseases. He serves as…
Des adolescents canadiens se rendent à Toronto pour parler de diversité et d’écoles et de communautés plus inclusives
NOUVELLES FOURNIES PAR Experiences Canada Juin 20, 2019, 08:00 ET OTTAWA, le 20 juin 2019 /CNW/ – Soixante-cinq jeunes âgés de 14…
Canadian Teen Leaders Selected for Trip to Toronto to Share Ideas about Diversity and Building More Inclusive Schools and Communities
NEWS PROVIDED BYExperiences Canada Jun 20, 2019, 08:00 ET OTTAWA, June 20, 2019 /CNW/ – Sixty-five youth, between the ages of 14-18, chosen…
Canadian Muslims Celebrate `Eid with Prayers & Festivities | Iqra News
Thu 06 June 2019 – 08:27Muneeb Nasir, Canada Related Links Muslim Student Wins $100,000 Mechatronics Scholarship `Eid Celebrations: Long Island…
Ramadan Iftar At Masjid Toronto Dundas
Masjid Toronto held its first Ramadan Interfaith Iftar on Wednesday, May 15th with civic and faith leaders from local Churches…
MindsMatter Action: Muslim Association of Canada (MAC)
Extending Safe Spaces Beyond the workplace Creating safe spaces for people to truly be themselves is needed across community and…