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October marks Islamic Heritage Month, a time to honour Muslim Canadians and their contributions across the country. This month invites all Canadians to explore the history of Islam in Canada and celebrate the achievements of Muslim Canadians in areas such as arts, sports, literature, science, academia, and community leadership. It’s also a moment to reflect on the challenges they continue to face.
Discover ways to get involved, explore reading suggestions, and access resources to celebrate and learn more about Muslim Canadians this October.
Tea and Tales with Muslim Women
Thursday, October 9
6:30pm to 8:00pm | Eastside Branch
Tea and Tales with Muslim Women is an interactive and educational travelling culture café that employs art, entertainment, and dialogue to build bridges of understanding between Muslim women and the larger community. In this one of a kind program you are invited to enjoy cultural teas and treats from around the world while taking part in candid conversations with Muslim women.
Presented in partnership with the Coalition of Muslim Women.
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Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) Educational Resources
Read the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)’s Educational Resources (PDF) for Islamic History Month.
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KW Unity Mosque
The KW Unity Mosque is a welcoming safe space where Muslims and non-Muslims seeking an inclusive, gender equal and LGBTQ2IA+ affirming experience can come together in prayer and community.
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Muslim Association of Canada
The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is a Canadian charitable organization and a grassroots social movement that focuses on serving Canadians by educating and motivating Muslims in Canada to put their faith into action for the benefit of everyone.
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Muslim Social Services Waterloo Region
Muslim Social Services Waterloo Region is a charitable organization that provides culturally- and spiritually-sensitive humanitarian and social services to the Muslim and non-Muslim communities of the Waterloo Region. MSS aims to foster a healthy and inclusive region where people can live with dignity and respect.
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Muslim Women of Cambridge: Islamic Heritage Month Celebration
The Muslim Women of Cambridge strives to empower Muslim Women and aims to make positive changes through community engagement.
Islamic Heritage Month Celebration
Saturday, October 4 | 10am – 2:30pm
Langs Community Centre – 1145 Concession Road, Cambridge
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National Council of Canadian Muslims
The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) is an independent, non-partisan and non-profit organization. Built from within the Canadian Muslim community, NCCM is a leading voice for Muslim civic engagement and the promotion of human rights.
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National Film Board of Canada Islam Collection
Discover the National Film Board of Canada’s selection of films about Islam.
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University of Waterloo Muslim Students' Association
The University of Waterloo’s Muslim Students’ Association seeks to create a community that is open and dynamic, which caters to the best interests of all Muslims on campus.