Dear Jamat,
Ya Ali Madad.
On the occasion of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 86th Salgirah, we wish the entire Jamat a heartfelt Salgirah Mubarak!
This Salgirah is particularly joyful, as it brings the Jamat and multi-faith family members together in celebration after several years of limited in-person engagement. Please continue to keep yourself and your families safe by following guidance on COVID-19 booster and influenza vaccinations, paying attention to symptoms, and staying home when sick.
We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Ismaili community in Canada. In 1972, Ismailis first established a significant presence in Canada, and have since continued to arrive from various countries around the world. Canada has welcomed the Jamat with immense warmth and generosity, and Jamati members have had the opportunity to develop roots in the peace and security of this new home, while significantly contributing to Canada’s rich cultural mosaic and civil society.
In September, as part of the launch of the 50th anniversary commemorations, we were very fortunate to host members of the Imamat family in Canada, as they represented Mawlana Hazar Imam. For this visit and the significant achievements celebrated, as well as the establishment of the Canadian Jamat, we offer humble shukrana to Mawlana Hazar Imam for his dedication and untiring efforts to improve the quality of life for Ismailis in Canada and all Canadians.
The Jamat’s unity and generosity of spirit and resources ensures the stability of both the local and global Jamat. The effects of climate change, economic variability, political instability, and physical and mental health continue to challenge all of us. The Canadian Jamat is anticipated to grow as we welcome more murids from various parts of the world. Let’s set ourselves up for future success. We encourage everyone to please continue to reach out for support or to offer your help via the Access Line, and prepare for a strong future through the Future Ready Initiative. To help inform Mawlana Hazar Imam and the Jamati Institutions on the status and needs of the Jamat, we humbly request every household to complete the 2022/23 Canadian Jamati Survey, which will launch on Tuesday, December 13. The few minutes it takes to complete this survey will help plan for the needs of the Jamat for years to come. Thank you for your support to help the Jamat continue to be strong and united in Canada.
Reflecting on the significance of the 86th Salgirah, it is through Mawlana Hazar Imam’s guidance and institutional endeavours that we have the courage and faith to overcome adversity and emerge into new situations with strength and confidence. His tireless efforts have enabled the Jamat to look ahead and plan for our futures with hope, faith, and optimism. For this, we are truly grateful.
During Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 80th birthday celebrations, he shared his vision for the Jamat’s success in the future:
"As we look ahead, the Jamat is likely to become more and more a global community…but the essence of the Jamat, the ethics of our faith, the principles which we believe in and which we seek to practice in our lives are the essence of how our community will stay united."
Salgirah Mubarak to each one of you – with prayers for peace, easing of all difficulties, and immense barakah.
Given the on-going respiratory virus risks, please stay home if you are unwell and continue taking appropriate precautions such as hand sanitizing and making where appropriate.
