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Living Sea - Fragile Beauty Photo Exhibition

Community Engagement | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Monday, May 15, 2023
Start Time:
Various times
Location:
Glenbow at the Edison

The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty, an exhibition featuring the work of Prince Hussain Aga Khan, celebrates the beauty and magic of the ocean, testifying to some of the most enthralling and surprising encounters the photographer has experienced under the surface.

The exhibition serves to inspire people to care for our natural world and provide a window into a world of underwater life on earth that most people may never have the chance to experience. The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty is a photographic journey which hopes to educate visitors on the importance of healthy oceans to our planet’s survival, and highlight efforts of wildlife conservationists to protect these fragile ecosystems.

The photographic exhibit will be on display on select days at the Glenbow at the Edison from May 11-21. 

To view the Exhibit

Admission is free and tickets are available at the Glenbow Museum's website.  Please book online prior to entry. 

Tours are available.  The exhibit can be viewed in approximately 30 minutes.  All Jamati members, multi-faith family members, friends, and members of the public are warmly welcome to view the exhibit.

The exhibit will be on display at the Glenbow at the Edison (The Edison Building – 2nd Floor – 150 9th Avenue SW).  Glenbow’s main building is closed for renovations.

Living Sea - Fragile Beauty Photo Exhibition

Community Engagement | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Sunday, May 14, 2023
Start Time:
Various times
Location:
Glenbow at the Edison

The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty, an exhibition featuring the work of Prince Hussain Aga Khan, celebrates the beauty and magic of the ocean, testifying to some of the most enthralling and surprising encounters the photographer has experienced under the surface.

The exhibition serves to inspire people to care for our natural world and provide a window into a world of underwater life on earth that most people may never have the chance to experience. The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty is a photographic journey which hopes to educate visitors on the importance of healthy oceans to our planet’s survival, and highlight efforts of wildlife conservationists to protect these fragile ecosystems.

The photographic exhibit will be on display on select days at the Glenbow at the Edison from May 11-21. 

To view the Exhibit

Admission is free and tickets are available at the Glenbow Museum's website.  Please book online prior to entry. 

Tours are available.  The exhibit can be viewed in approximately 30 minutes.  All Jamati members, multi-faith family members, friends, and members of the public are warmly welcome to view the exhibit.

The exhibit will be on display at the Glenbow at the Edison (The Edison Building – 2nd Floor – 150 9th Avenue SW).  Glenbow’s main building is closed for renovations.

Living Sea - Fragile Beauty Photo Exhibition

Community Engagement | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Saturday, May 13, 2023
Start Time:
Various times
Location:
Glenbow at the Edison

The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty, an exhibition featuring the work of Prince Hussain Aga Khan, celebrates the beauty and magic of the ocean, testifying to some of the most enthralling and surprising encounters the photographer has experienced under the surface.

The exhibition serves to inspire people to care for our natural world and provide a window into a world of underwater life on earth that most people may never have the chance to experience. The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty is a photographic journey which hopes to educate visitors on the importance of healthy oceans to our planet’s survival, and highlight efforts of wildlife conservationists to protect these fragile ecosystems.

The photographic exhibit will be on display on select days at the Glenbow at the Edison from May 11-21. 

To view the Exhibit

Admission is free and tickets are available at the Glenbow Museum's website.  Please book online prior to entry. 

Tours are available.  The exhibit can be viewed in approximately 30 minutes.  All Jamati members, multi-faith family members, friends, and members of the public are warmly welcome to view the exhibit.

The exhibit will be on display at the Glenbow at the Edison (The Edison Building – 2nd Floor – 150 9th Avenue SW).  Glenbow’s main building is closed for renovations.

Living Sea - Fragile Beauty Photo Exhibition

Community Engagement | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Friday, May 12, 2023
Start Time:
Various times
Location:
Glenbow at the Edison

The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty, an exhibition featuring the work of Prince Hussain Aga Khan, celebrates the beauty and magic of the ocean, testifying to some of the most enthralling and surprising encounters the photographer has experienced under the surface.

The exhibition serves to inspire people to care for our natural world and provide a window into a world of underwater life on earth that most people may never have the chance to experience. The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty is a photographic journey which hopes to educate visitors on the importance of healthy oceans to our planet’s survival, and highlight efforts of wildlife conservationists to protect these fragile ecosystems.

The photographic exhibit will be on display on select days at the Glenbow at the Edison from May 11-21. 

To view the Exhibit

Admission is free and tickets are available at the Glenbow Museum's website.  Please book online prior to entry. 

Tours are available.  The exhibit can be viewed in approximately 30 minutes.  All Jamati members, multi-faith family members, friends, and members of the public are warmly welcome to view the exhibit.

The exhibit will be on display at the Glenbow at the Edison (The Edison Building – 2nd Floor – 150 9th Avenue SW).  Glenbow’s main building is closed for renovations.

Living Sea - Fragile Beauty Photo Exhibition

Community Engagement | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Start Time:
Various times
Location:
Glenbow at the Edison

The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty, an exhibition featuring the work of Prince Hussain Aga Khan, celebrates the beauty and magic of the ocean, testifying to some of the most enthralling and surprising encounters the photographer has experienced under the surface.

The exhibition serves to inspire people to care for our natural world and provide a window into a world of underwater life on earth that most people may never have the chance to experience. The Living Sea – Fragile Beauty is a photographic journey which hopes to educate visitors on the importance of healthy oceans to our planet’s survival, and highlight efforts of wildlife conservationists to protect these fragile ecosystems.

The photographic exhibit will be on display on select days at the Glenbow at the Edison from May 11-21. 

To view the Exhibit

Admission is free and tickets are available at the Glenbow Museum's website.  Please book online prior to entry. 

Tours are available.  The exhibit can be viewed in approximately 30 minutes.  All Jamati members, multi-faith family members, friends, and members of the public are warmly welcome to view the exhibit.

The exhibit will be on display at the Glenbow at the Edison (The Edison Building – 2nd Floor – 150 9th Avenue SW).  Glenbow’s main building is closed for renovations.

Prairies Photo Galleries

Community Engagement | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Published Date:
Tuesday, April 4, 2023

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Navroz Mubarak Message

Faith & Traditions | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Published Date:
Wednesday, March 15, 2023

On behalf of all Prairies Jamati institutions and Jamati and Majalis Mukhi Kamadia Sahebs and Mukhiani Kamadiani Sahebas, we wish you and your families a heartfelt Navroz Mubarak.  

As the start of the New Year, Navroz is a time of spiritual renewal, physical rejuvenation, hope and optimism. It gives us the opportunity to both reflect on the past year, and look forward to the year ahead. 

This past year is especially significant as it marked 50 years of the Jamat’s strong presence in Canada. As we reflect on the achievements of the Jamat up until this point, let us also celebrate what is to come.  This year we welcomed many new Jamati members arriving from around the world to Canada. Let us do what we can do to support and welcome them. Let us offer gratitude for the diversity and strength this brings to the Jamat. 

Let us also remember the many Jamats around the world who are facing situations of political, social and geographic instability. Let us provide support whenever we can, and offer prayers for peace and security. 

We would also like to take this opportunity to express gratitude to the Jamat and all our volunteers who continue to give of their time and resources. It is your energy, your generosity, and your compassion that keeps the Jamat healthy, happy and united. 

Finally, let us offer shukrana to our beloved Imam for his unwavering guidance and support. 

We wish each and every one of you a joyful and fulfilling Navroz Day. May you, your families and your loved ones be blessed with immense barakah, good health, prosperity, peace, spiritual understanding and the alleviation of all your difficulties.

Navroz Mubarak!

Sincerely, 

Fauzia Lalani-Khudabux 
President, Ismaili​ Council for the Prairies 

Muneer Gilani 
Honorary Secretary, Ismaili Council for the Prairies 

Dr. Habib Kurwa 
Chairman, Ismaili Tariqah & Religious Education Board for the Prairies 

Shainoor Rashid
Chairman, Grants & Review Board for the Prairies 

Shairoze Damji 
Chairman, Conciliation & Arbitration Board for the Prairies 

Badrudin Ladak 
Mukhi, Headquarters Jamatkhana Calgary 

 

Navroz Celebration - Dinner and Raas

Faith & Traditions | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Start Time:
After Jamati Ceremonies
Location:
Calgary Jamatkhanas

A dinner and raas program will be held on Saturday, March 25 from 8pm onwards in all Jamatkhanas. Multi-faith family members are warmly invited to attend.

Dinner Menu:

  • Beef pilau
  • Chora pilau (vegetarian option)
  • Carrot athanu
  • Green chilies
  • Yogurt
  • Kulfi (nut free)

Mehndi Night

Faith & Traditions | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Saturday, March 18, 2023
Start Time:
After Jamati Ceremonies

A mehndi program will be held on Saturday, March 18, after Jamati ceremonies in all Jamatkhanas (except Generations).  Multi-faith family members are warmly invited to attend.

The Mehndi program at Generations Jamatkhana will be held on Friday, March 17. Members of all ages are encouraged to attend!

 

Dari Translators Needed

Faith & Traditions | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Published Date:
Tuesday, February 21, 2023

We are looking for volunteers to provide support for Jamati communications by translating and validating select content into Dari to increase awareness and optimize engagement of Dari speaking Jamati members.  This involves translating English text containing information and marketing intended for various official communications platforms into Dari.

Interested volunteers are asked to visit the Opportunities to Serve website to learn more and to apply.

Connecting Newly Arrived Jamati Members

Support Services | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Published Date:
Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Over the past 50 years, Ismailis from various backgrounds and cultures have made Canada their home and have benefited from this pluralistic land of opportunities. This year, the Prairies Jamat has welcomed many newcomer Jamati members from around the world who have migrated to Canada and have made it their new home. Individuals have arrived from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, Tajikistan, East Africa, and many other countries.

On Friday, February 3, 2023, many newly arrived Jamati members received a typical Canadian-style welcome at the Calgary Headquarters Jamatkhana, where they had an opportunity to connect with amazing volunteers from the Prairies Jamati institutions. These newly arrived Jamati members had an opportunity to learn more about the programs and services that are being offered.

The volunteers provided guidance around several key areas including housing, finding jobs, health, schooling, learning English, citizenship, family support, Tariqah matters, future planning, and much more.  This was also an opportunity for Jamati members to identify seva opportunities and build new relationships.

All newly arrived Jamati members are encouraged to reach out to the Jamati Institutions for support and information via ACCESS.  Information on programs and services is available on the iicanada.org website and on the iiCanada App.

Supporting Infant Brain Development

Learning & Development | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Start Time:
7:45 p.m. CST
Location:
Regina Jamatkhana

Join us on February 18 at 7:45pm for a session faciliated by Dr. Shela Hirani.  This session will focus on supporting infant brain development through nursing. This is a 30-minute session followed by Q&A. Information will be provided on ideal nutrition for infants' brain development. New and expecting parents, and caregivers are invited to attend.

Employment Opportunity: Controller, Generations Calgary

Council for the Prairies
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Category:
General
Position:
Full-time
Duration:
Permanent
Organization:
Generations Calgary

The Multi-Generational Housing and Community Centre campus is currently looking for a dedicated, motivated, and passionate individual to join our team as a Controller.

The Controller will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting functions for the organization. You will be managing financial processes, overseeing, and executing accounting activities.

All interested applicants should email resumes to Generations Calgary.

Please see job posting.

Renovations to Westwinds Jamatkhana

Faith & Traditions | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Published Date:
Sunday, January 8, 2023

Beginning the morning of Monday, January 23, areas of Westwinds Jamatkhana will undergo renovations. As a result attendance capacity will be limited during this time. Once the capacity is reached, members will be redirected to other Jamatkhanas. Thank you for your understanding and support during this time.

Be Part of the Canadian Jamati Survey

Faith & Traditions | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Published Date:
Thursday, January 5, 2023

My dear brothers and sisters - On behalf of Prairies Institutional leaders, and all Jamati Mukhi Kamadia Sahebs and Mukhiani Kamadiani Sahebas, we wish each of you a very happy 2023, with prayers for good health, happiness, peace and barakah. Ameen.

The beginning of a new calendar year provides an opportunity for all of us to reflect on our lives and set new goals as individuals and as a Jamat.  

Over the past few weeks, Jamati members across Canada have been participating in a very important initiative - the Canadian Jamati Survey.  For those who have completed the survey, thank you; I would like to make a special request for every Jamati household in the Prairies to have one member complete this critical Survey.

On a regular basis, our leadership seeks guidance from Mawlana Hazar Imam on future direction for our Jamat. To support this, we provide Mawlana Hazar Imam with a profile of the Canadian Jamat, in a summary format. We know that the guidance of our beloved Imam has been critical to our success over the past 50 years of the Jamat’s history in Canada. We want to ensure that we provide him with an accurate picture of the Jamat in Canada so that we can build an even stronger future for our children and their children.

  • The survey is confidential
  • It takes 10-15 minutes to complete
  • And only one member of the household needs to complete it.
  • Those who require language assistance please call ACCESS for help.

We encourage ALL households to complete the survey.

Volunteers are also available in Jamatkhana for support. For questions or assistance please call the Access line or reach out to your Jamati Mukhhi Kamadia Sahebs or Mukhani Kamadia Sahebas or any Institutional leader.

Our deepest gratitude to all members of the Jamat for your continuous support, kindness, and generosity. My heartfelt wish for 2023 to be a blessed one for all of us.

Relevant Links:

Canadian Jamati Survey

ACCESS