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Navroz Commemorations in Toronto

Faith & Traditions | Communications and Publications
Region:
Toronto
Start Date:
Saturday, March 9, 2024
Start Time:
After Jamati Ceremonies
End Date:
Friday, March 15, 2024

This year, the Toronto Jamat will commemorate Navroz and the rich diversity within our Jamat through dinner and devotional recitation. 

Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 9 when all Toronto Jamatkhanas will host Navroz commemorations. Multi-faith family members are warmly invited to join us for this joyful occasion, where we will enjoy delicious dinner together as #OneJamat.

During the following weekend, on Friday, March 15, we invite you to join us for an evening dedicated to devotional recitations, setting the tone for Navroz.

Save the dates and come together to celebrate Navroz with us!

Khidma in Focus

Khidma In Focus is an initiative by the Ismaili Council for Edmonton to showcase our heroes of community service and seva. The series will roll out on Instagram and Facebook in April 2024. 

We are accepting applications for individuals and groups of up to five (5) people. You can nominate yourself!

 To qualify, please ensure all of the below questions are completed in detail. 

Our evaluation criteria will be weighted as follows: Impact and Contribution (Weight: 30%), Commitment and Consistency (Weight: 25%), Innovation and Creativity (Weight: 15%), Leadership and Collaboration (Weight: 20%), Adaptability and Initiative (Weight: 10%), Community Impact Testimonials (Bonus: 10%). 

For further questions on this campaign, including the evaluation criteria, please email sheliza.kluge@iicanada.net. 

Note, the personal data we collect in this form are limited to information required to establish the volunteers to be showcased in the Khidma in Focus campaign.  This includes contact information, such as name, age and email address, as well as information relating to the types of voluntary service. This information is also subject to the iicanada data collection policies and terms: https://www.iicanada.org/privacy-policy

 

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Quiz: Mawlana Hazar Imam's Address to the Canadian Parliament, February 27, 2014

 
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Test Your Knowledge of Mawlana Hazar Imam's Historic Address to the Canadian Parliament!

Question One

Mawlana Hazar Imam joked that he and what other honorary Canadian citizen would have made a formidable defence for the Canadian national hockey team?

THAT IS CORRECT!

In thanking Prime Minister Harper, Mawlana Hazar Imam indicated that if honorary citizens were required to
play for the Canadian team, he and the Dalai Lama would have been a formidable defence.

SORRY - THAT IS INCORRECT. TRY AGAIN!

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AKHS Commemorates Expansion of Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu

Community Engagement | Communications and Publications
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Thursday, February 22, 2024

As the leading private hospital in the region, Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu, has consistently expanded its presence and range of services since its establishment in the 1950s by Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah, proactively catering to the evolving needs of the community.

The hospital, operated by the Aga Khan Health Service (AKHS) Kenya, was first established as an 18-bed dispensary and maternity home in 1952, and grew into a 46-bed facility by 1985. Today, it is an ultra-modern, 123-bed, state-of-the-art institution that provides integrated healthcare services, offering advanced clinical programs in cardiology, oncology, neurosciences, critical care, and maternal-child health.

Read more.

Speech by Princess Zahra at the 2024 Convocation of the Aga Khan University

Community Engagement | Communications and Publications
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Thursday, February 22, 2024

The Aga Khan University hosted a Global Convocation ceremony on Saturday, February 17, bringing together its graduating classes in Kenya, Pakistan, Tanzania, Uganda, and the UK. The event was presided over by Princess Zahra, in which she addressed the graduating class.

Read the full speech.

 

Princess Zahra Visits Kenya

Community Engagement | Communications and Publications
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Wednesday, February 21, 2024

This past week, Princess Zahra paid a six-day visit to Kenya, where she toured AKDN projects and met with key leaders from across the country.

Her visit commenced with the 40th global convocation ceremony of the Aga Khan University, a beacon of inspiration and achievement. At the jubilant 20th anniversary celebrations of the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa, Princess Zahra joined students, faculty and esteemed guests in celebrating two decades of achievements, growth and impact. In Kisumu, Princess Zahra commemorated the expansion of the Aga Khan Hospital which will now offer critical health services previously unavailable to the community.

View the highlights of Princess Zahra's visit and celebrate the significant milestones of the AKDN through The Ismaili Update:

Event Media Coverage Request

Photography | Videography Request Intake Form

We look forward to providing photography & videography services for institutional and Jamati-approved events.

Requests must be submitted 3 weeks before the event date and 2 weeks before the event date, you will receive confirmation of the assigned volunteer professional photographer/videographer.

For multi-day events, please submit a separate intake form for each day of the event. 

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International Women's Day Video Submission

In honor of International Women's Day, we invite individuals to contribute to a collective dialogue on diversity. This year, we're focusing on the power of storytelling through video submissions. We believe that everyone's unique experiences and perspectives are essential in understanding and appreciating diversity. Your video submission should capture your personal reflections and perspective on the concept of diversity. To submit your video, please complete the registration form below & proceed to upload.
 
Click here to learn how to record video using a mobile phone. 
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Commemorating Yawm-e Ali

Faith & Traditions | Communications and Publications
Region:
Toronto
Date:
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Time:
After Jamati Ceremonies
Location:
Headquarters Jamatkhana

Yawm‐e Ali commemorates the birthday of Hazrat Ali, the cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family), and, in accordance with the Shia tradition of Islam, the first in the line of hereditary Imams from the progeny of the Prophet. This year, Yawm-e Ali was observed on January 24.

On the occasion of Yawm-e Ali, Ismaili Muslims renew their commitment to the principles that Hazrat Ali exemplified, particularly the ethics of care, compassion, generosity, integrity, tolerance, forgiveness, brotherhood, and service to others.

We invite you to join us for an intriguing session at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto where Dr. Daryoush Mohammad Poor will speak on the topic of "Responsible Leadership: Insights from The Teachings of Imam Ali".  The session will take place in the Social Hall on Saturday, March 2. Doors open at 7:30pm and the session will start promptly at 8:15pm. 

We appreciate your interest in the Yawm-e-Ali event. Unfortunately, registration has now closed. However, the event will be streamed live at iicanada.live. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

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About the speaker:

Dr. Daryoush Mohammad Poor is an Associate Professor and the Interim Head of the Constituency Studies Unit at the Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS). His first monograph, Authority without Territory: The Aga Khan Development Network and the Ismaili Imamate (2014) is a fresh theoretical engagement with contemporary institutions of the Ismaili imamate. His most recent IIS book, Command and Creation: A Shi'i Cosmological Treatise, is a Persian edition and English translation of Muhammad al-Shahrastani's Majlis-i maktüb (2021). He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy in the UK and Editor of the Ismaili Heritage Series.

Young Ismaili Adults' Winter Games Night

Community Engagement | Communications and Publications
Region:
Toronto
Date:
Sunday, February 11, 2024
Time:
8pm ET
Location:
12 Yonge St, Toronto

Attention all young adults! We invite you to an enjoyable evening filled with games, delicious snacks, and delightful company. Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 11, at 8pm, as we gather at the vibrant Party Room located at 12 Yonge St, Toronto, ON. 

This event is tailored for individuals aged 22-40 seeking a fun and engaging social experience. Secure your spot for $10, but act fast as availability is limited, and admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in a lively and entertaining setting!

Register now. 
 

Have You Heard the News?

Faith & Traditions | Communications and Publications
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Thursday, January 18, 2024

Exciting news! Each local council in Ontario will now have its own customized newsletters and social media channels. This means you can easily stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in your local Jamat.

Whether you're in the Southwest, the City of Toronto, or the Northeast, we've got you covered. Read on to discover the channels available in your area and how to subscribe.

 

Southwest Ontario

  • Brampton
  • Brantford
  • Guelph
  • Halton
  • Hamilton
  • Kitchener
  • London
  • Meadowvale
  • Mississauga
  • Niagara Falls
  • Windsor

Stay Connected

 

Toronto

  • East York
  • Etobicoke
  • Downtown
  • Don Mills
  • Scarborough
  • Willowdale
  • Ismaili Centre, Toronto

Stay Connected

 

Northeast Ontario

  • Barrie
  • Belleville
  • Kingston
  • Oshawa
  • Ottawa
  • Peterborough
  • Pickering
  • Richmond Hill
  • Sudbury
  • Unionville

Stay Connected

NEO Winter Retreat Registration Form

The NEO Winter Retreat will take place at the Candlewood Suites Kingston and Quality Inn & Suites Kingston on Saturday, February 10th to Sunday, February 11th, 2024. 

Please complete the registration form by Thursday, January 25, 2024.  

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Subscribe to the Digital Al-Akhbar Today!

Community Engagement | Communications and Publications
Region:
Northeast Ontario
Published Date:
Thursday, December 28, 2023

Stay up-to-date on upcoming community programs and events by subscribing to the weekly digital Al-Akhbar.

To subscribe, please visit here.

Cyberbullying

Health & Wellness | Communications and Publications
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Monday, December 25, 2023

Cyberbullying involves the use of computers, smartphones or other connected devices to post or share harmful, false, or cruel content about someone else with the intention of intimidating, threatening or belittling them, or harming their reputations.

This type of harassment can have serious emotional consequences, is never acceptable, and can result in legal action.

If you know of someone who is being cyberbullied, please show support and compassion to the victim.

Let’s all speak up when we see such unacceptable behaviour. Bullying thrives in environments of silence.

As brothers and sisters, let us protect those who are vulnerable by promoting empathy, kindness and inclusion in all of our interactions with each other, in person and online.

 

Resources for Youth

If you are being cyberbullied, you can talk to someone at Kids Help Phone a free, 24/7 confidential counselling, information and referrals, and support service for young people.

KidsHelpPhone.ca

Text: 686868

Call: 1-800-668-6868

 

Resources for Parents, Caregivers and Educators

There are things you can do to prevent and deal with cyberbullying if it happens to you or to someone you care about.

You can reach out to your Mukhi, Kamadia, Mukhiani or Kamadiani, or contact ACCESS.

For more information, visit the Government of Canada’s Cyberbullying site.