Eid Mubarak

To all Muslims in Canada and around the world, Eid Mubarak.

Sept 10, 2010 is a regular holiday in the Philippines in observance of Eid'l Fitr (Feast of Ramadan). Last year, Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued this statement recognizing Eid al-Fitr.

Muslims in Canada

Here's a question I recently received from one of my blog readers.

"I just got married to a Palestinian nationality, is it possible for us to be in Canada even if he is Muslim?"

To answer that question, here's a video about Muslims in Canada.





Muslims in Canada can freely practice their religion. Here's a statement from Immigration Minister Kenney on the start of Ramadan 2009.

Statement of Immigration Kenney on the Month of Ramadan (2009)

Here's the statement of Immigration Minister Jason Kenney recognizing the start of the month of Ramadan (2009):

“The holy month of Ramadan, which begins tomorrow, takes place during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, the month in which the Qur’an is believed to have been revealed to the Prophet Mohammed (SAW).

“It is a time of great reflection for Muslims as they are called upon to fast, worship, pray, and read the Qur’an. Fasting during the month of Ramadan is, in fact, one of the five pillars of Islam.

“Such observance is intended to foster generosity and understanding, as Ramadan is also a month of giving, sharing, and socializing.

“I encourage all Canadians to use this month as an opportunity to learn about Islam, and to reflect on the tremendous contributions that Muslims have made to this country’s rich and diverse heritage.

“As Prime Minister Harper has said, ‘Our government considers diversity one of this country’s greatest assets and we are committed to strengthening both our pluralism and our national unity.’

“As Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, I wish a solemn and peaceful Ramadan to all Muslims.

“Ramadan Mubarak.”[Source]

Few months ago, Canadian Council of Muslim Women received financial support from the Government of Canada.

Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW)

The Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW) is national non-profit organization of believing women commited to the equality, equity and empowerment of Muslim women. It promotes Muslim women's identity in the Canadian context, and encourages mutual understaning between Canadian Muslim women and women of other faiths.

The government of Canada recently announced support for Canadian Council of Muslim Women.

Ottawa, April 2, 2009 — Muslim youth will have the opportunity to participate in two projects that will help address issues around discrimination and promote cross-cultural understanding, thanks to support from the Government of Canada.

The projects were announced today by Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney and Minister of State (Status of Women) Helena Guergis. They are being coordinated by the Canadian Council of Muslim Women.

Citizenship and Immigration Canada will provide $441,000 for a project called “MY CANADA.” It gives Muslim youth across Canada the opportunity to participate in activities such as multi-faith sessions for Muslim and non-Muslim youth in schools and community centres to teach peace building and inter-cultural dialogue and conflict resolution skills. It also encourages integration and active participation in Canadian society. [Source]

For more information about Canadian Council of Muslim Women, visit www.ccmw.com.