Dear fellow Canadian Parents, Guardians and Teachers,
National Zakat Foundation (NZF), a steadfast advocate for empowering local Muslims in need, is proud to announce that Nisa Homes, a distinguished initiative established as a project of NZF Canada in 2015, will be joining together with Nisa Helpline to operate under the umbrella of Nisa Foundation. This strategic decision aims to enhance operational efficiency and create an organization like no other, that offers a wide range of services dedicated to supporting and empowering women and children across Canada.
Canada, October 30, 2023, 10am PST / 1pm EST
Moments ago constituents across the country took over 17 MP offices in 12 cities from coast to coast and have begun to read out the over 8,000 names of Palestinians who have been killed by Israel since October 8, and to call on MPs to demand a ceasefire and an end to Canada’s complicity in Israeli apartheid. Protests are also underway outside many of the MP offices, while the offices and windows have been covered with signs.
[Global Affairs Canada] would like to stress that the Government of Canada continues to advise against all travel to Lebanon due to a deteriorating security situation, civil unrest, the increased risk of terrorist attack and the ongoing armed conflict with Israel.
TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2023 A broad ad hoc coalition of over 50 pan-Canadian civil society, faith, Arab, Jewish, labour, and peace and justice organizations are demanding that the federal government call for an immediate ceasefire of all hostilities in Israel-Palestine and an end to the blockade of Gaza and for the restoration of humanitarian aid and access to the basic necessities of life.
Noor Kids in partnership with Ruqaya's Bookshelf presented "Talking to Kids about Palestine" for children ages 6 to 12 on October 18, 2023.
October 18, 2023
Chair of the Canada-Palestine Parliamentary Friendship Group, Member of Parliament Salma Zahid, worked with vice-chairs Alexandre Boulerice and Elizabeth May to send a letter from 33 MPs to the Prime Minister demanding Canada support a cease fire to save innocent civilian lives in Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid.
October 17, 2023
Canadian leaders must take action NOW to ensure an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian corridor to Gaza.
October 14, 2023, Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip:
Toronto, Ontario, October 10, 2023
Salaam/Peace be upon you:
In the heart of Herat, Afghanistan, the earth trembles, and hearts ache.
Asalamu alaikum / Peace be upon you
Today, we find ourselves in unprecedented territory.
Oct 7 2023
The Coalition of the Canadian Palestinian Organizations expresses profound concern regarding the continuing violence in Palestine and Israel. We firmly object to statements that unconditionally support the Israeli government, as they perpetuate a troubling trend of overlooking the underlying causes of this violence. We firmly assert that the loss of civilian lives is never acceptable. Nevertheless, the violence we are witnessing today underscores the daily hardships faced by Palestinians, whether due to Israel's severe blockade of Gaza, persistent attacks on Palestinian civilians by settlers, or the unlawful occupation of Palestinian territories.
October 7th, 2023
This is a developing story.
In a powerful demonstration of unity and reconciliation, over 50 Canadian Imams participated in "Orange Khutba Day" on Friday, September 29, 2023, coinciding with the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 5, 2023
Access to justice is a fundamental Canadian value and an integral part of a fair and just society based on the rule of law. The Government of Canada is committed to providing fair and equal access to justice and legal services for vulnerable and traditionally marginalized groups, including racialized communities across the country, and addressing systemic racism and discrimination in all its forms and in all phases of the justice system.
October 3rd, 2023 On the occasion of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, the Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) pauses to reflect upon the importance of this day and the crucial conversations we, as a nation, must continuously foster.
OTTAWA, October 1, 2023
Today marks the beginning of Canadian Islamic History Month, and for the very first time, we are celebrating it with the support of Amira Elghawaby, Canada’s first Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia.
LONDON, ON, Sept. 29, 2023 Canadians expect to live in a society where the criminal justice system is fair and impartial and supports the needs of victims. The Government of Canada is committed to protecting every Canadian's rights and improving access to justice for Canadians.
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