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Ya Ali Madad Moyez, Welcome to your copy of the electronic Al-Akhbar. Below is a summary of this week's news and upcoming events.
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Institutional Calendar of Events - April 2009
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For a detailed view of Institutional events for the month, please click here.
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| Bridges that Unite
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| April 4 - May 3, 2009 |
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Children's Museum, Kitchener |
Bridges that Unite, an interactive exhibition showcasing the 25-year partnership between the AKDN and Canada in the developing world, will be at The Children's Museum in Kitchener from April 4 - May 3, 2009.
Thought-provoking stories, spanning several continents, are told through powerful images, evocative soundscapes and interactive, multimedia components. Programs will include school tours, film screenings and panel discussions.
For more information or to book your group, contact in...@bridgesthatunite.ca or call 1-800-267-2532 ext. 08.
Please visit the Bridges that Unite website.
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| Introduction to Basic Web Designing using FrontPage
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
April 19 - May 3, 2009
(10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) |
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Brampton Computer Resource Centre |
For details and registration on the following course, please see the Computer Resource Manager after Jamati ceremonies or call 416-751-5325 ext. 452.
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| Career Planning in any Economy
Informative Seminar on Mature Benefits Assistance Program
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Aga Khan Health Board for Ontario,
Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
| Sunday, April 19, 2009 |
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Kitchener Jamatkhana |
| (10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) |
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This seminar will be followed by a music party.
Please contact ISAT members for details.
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| Second Career
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
| Sunday, April 26, 2009 |
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Headquarters Jamatkhana |
| (10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) |
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A representative from the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities will be making a presentation on this program at this session.
Second Career is an Ontario government program that helps you train for a new job. If you have been laid off any time after January 1, 2005, you may be eligible to apply.
This is an Ontario government program that can help you:
- Train for a new career
- Find out what is needed in the job market
- Learn about careers that build on your skills
- Get financial support up to $28,000 for tuition, travel, books, child care etc.
For further information, please contact Skills and Employment Program Counsellor at 416-751-5325 ext. 321, e-mail sep...@cfonet.org or visit the Second Career website.
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| Storytelling Session
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| Friday, April 24, 2009 |
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All Jamatkhanas |
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A storytelling session will be held on April 24 after Jamati ceremonies. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children.
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| Du'a - Connecting with our inner self
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| Saturday, April 25 & May 2, 2009 |
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Mississauga Baitul-Ilm Centre |
| Sunday, April 26, 2009 |
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Headquarters & Scarborough Jamatkhanas |
| (10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) |
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For further details please contact your ITREB Jamatkhana Coordinators.
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| Annual Tax Clinics
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
Tax Clinics will be held for Jamati members requiring help in filing the personal tax returns, according to the following schedule:
| DATE |
TIME |
LOCATION
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| Sunday, April 12 |
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Headquarters |
| Sunday, April 12 |
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Etobicoke |
| Sunday, April 19 |
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Don Mills |
| Sunday, April 26 |
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Headquarters |
* Please contact JK for details of times.
Please note the above schedule is subject to change.
Please ensure that you bring the following documents/information with you:
- Personal Information
- Name, address, telephone number, SIN #, date of birth
- Same details for spouse and dependants (Name, SIN #, Date of Birth)
- Last Year's Return and Notice of Assessment
- Residence Details
- Property taxes paid or rent paid, and name of landlord
- If there has been a change in residence, details of all previous places of residence
- T4, T3, T5, T4A(OAS), T4A(P), T4(RSP), T5007
- Receipts for Charitable Donations (Aga Khan Foundation, FOCUS, etc.)
- Medical Expenses Receipts
- Safety Deposit Fees
- Envelope from Revenue Canada containing return envelope with Revenue Canada address and labels with name, address and SIN # (these labels should not be stuck on the return envelope)
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| Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat Visitor Program
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As of Wednesday, April 1, 2009, The Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat will open its doors for public tours.
The schedule for the visitor program is every other Wednesday evening
from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and every other Saturday afternoon from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Upcoming Dates:
Saturday, April 11
Wednesday, April 15
Saturday, April 25
Guides will be on hand to facilitate visits of public spaces. Reservations are not required; however groups of 10 or more are kindly requested to advise Aga Khan Foundation Canada in advance at in...@akfc.ca or 1-800-267-2532. Street parking is available in the neighbourhood. Visitors are requested to enter by the Boteler Street entrance.
Special requests for alternate dates cannot be accommodated at this time.
For additional information, please visit the Aga Khan Foundation Canada website.
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| FOCUS' Summer Hike4Life - Kyrgystan
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Focus Humanitarian Assistance
Following the success of Focus Humanitarian Assistance's winter challenge events in Egypt, Kenya, Madagascar, Tanzania and most recently India, FOCUS is proud to announce its first summer challenge event. Summer Hike4Life 2009 will be in Kyrgyzstan in the vicinity of Lake Issyk-kul, which is the second largest mountain lake in the world and referred to as the "Pearl of Central Asia".
Join us for a few days this summer to travel and challenge yourself, meet participants from around the world and partner with FOCUS to help create disaster-resilient communities.
For more information, please visit the FOCUS Challenge website or contact us at in...@focuschallenge.org.
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| FOCUS Global Summer Internship Programme
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Focus Humanitarian Assistance
On the occasion of its 15th anniversary, Focus Humanitarian Assistance (FOCUS) is proud to launch the inaugural FOCUS Global Internship Program. Youth ages 19 to 25 are invited to apply for this summer program. Selected youth will intern in one of the FOCUS Units in North America, Europe, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, or India.
The 7-week program, from July 1 to August 15, 2009, will allow interns to work on critical projects relating to disaster response or disaster risk reduction and also will expose interns to the culture and Ismaili community in their host country.
To apply for this program, please contact the AKYSB Chair or ISA representatives, or visit the Global Internship Program website. The application deadline is April 25, 2009.
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| Summer Programme: Expressions of Diversity: A Contemporary Introduction to Muslim Cultures
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The Summer Programme will be held from July 20 - July 31, 2009 at the Aga Khan University - Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC), London. It is ideal for those seeking a comprehensive and interactive introduction to Muslim Cultures. Jointly offered by the Aga Khan University-Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC) and the Centre for the Comparative Study of Muslim Societies and Cultures at Simon Fraser University (SFU-CCSMSC), Vancouver, Canada, the programme will draw upon the wealth of knowledge of faculty and of participants to create a rich, multi-cultural experience.
Classroom discussions will be supplemented by a series of co-curricular activities including film screenings, walking tours and museum visits. Deadline for applications is June 15, 2009.
For further details and a course application form, please visit the AKU-ISMC website. Please click here for further information.
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| Youth S.P.E.A.K. deadline extended
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Ismaili Tariqah and Religious Education Board for Ontario
The deadline for registering for Youth S.P.E.A.K., has been extended to April 25, 2009.
This unique program, now in its second year, provides an opportunity for students in grades 10 to 12 to reflect, research, prepare and eventually present on the topic "The Role that Canadian Ismaili youth have to contribute to Civil Society".
For an application form or more information, please e-mail ysp...@cfonet.org.
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| Baitul-Ilm and Al-Azhar classes
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Parents are reminded that there will be no Baitul-Ilm or Al-Azhar classes on Saturday, April 11, 2009 due to the Easter holiday.
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| Jamati Education Seminar Series (JESS) - Winter/Spring 2009
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Ismaili Tariqah and Religious Education Board for Ontario
Topics:
- The Tariqah: Perpetuation of Divine Grace explores the nature and characteristics of a Tariqah while situating the Ismaili Tariqah within the broader context of the Muslim Ummah.
- A Starting Point: The Call of the Jubilee addresses the following
- Reflection on the directions for tomorrow
- What now?: A search for our responses
For details, please click here.
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| Ta'lim-ul-Islam
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Ismaili Tariqah and Religious Education Board for Ontario
Please see the ITREB Jamatkhana Coordinator for details and registration on Ta'lim-ul-Islam, a series of ten educational sessions.
For a complete schedule of the dates, topics and speakers, please click here.
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| Mock Interviews for Medical School
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Aga Khan Health Board for Ontario
Annual mock interviews for students who will be interviewing for positions in medical schools are underway. These interviews can be scheduled for given Sunday afternoons in March and April.
Interested students should apply for a panel interview by e-mailing medshe...@cfonet.org. Any student interested in medical school or currently applying to medical schools can also register with medshe...@cfonet.org to receive e-mails in regards to information and application help sessions.
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| Gold Cup 2009
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Aga Khan Youth and Sports Board for Ontario
The Gold Cup 2009 Indoor Soccer tournament will be held on the weekends of May 10, and May 16 and 17, 2009.
For more information, please visit the Gold Cup website or e-mail gol...@iicanada.org.
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| Ismaili Men's Ball Hockey League (IBHL) 2009
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Aga Khan Youth and Sports Board for Ontario
May 22 - August 29, 2009
This is an excellent opportunity for youth and other members of our Jamat to participate in community and competitive active sports. IBHL will enhance participants' healthy activity and foster brotherhood, teamwork, leadership and provide a forum for our youth to network with members of the community.
For details and registration forms, please contact Aly Hirji, IBHL Commissioner, at 905-452-7286 or e-mail ak...@iicanada.org.
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| Unionville Seniors Weekly Drop-In Centre Temporary Relocation
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Aga Khan Health Board for Ontario, ISAT
The weekly Seniors Drop-In Centre for Unionville Jamatkhana held on Wednesdays will be moved to Scarborough Jamatkhana temporarily, effective immediately.
Please contact your Drop-In Centre representatives for details.
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| Youth Summer Programs
Aga Khan Economic Planning Board - Economic Forums FAQ
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
At the last Economic Forum held in Ontario on February 1, 2009, the Economic Planning Board for Ontario (EPBO) was unable to address all the
questions posed by the Jamat. We are happy to inform you that we are delivering on our commitment to respond to those questions and have posted them on the eLN website.
Further Economic Forums will be held shortly with the next one scheduled for April 17 at Don Mills Jamatkhana. EPBO members will be available, after the presentation to answer questions on employment-related and other services provided by the EPBO.
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| Advisory Group Recruitment
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
The Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario invites HR professionals, including recruiters, to a meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at the Council for Ontario Chambers at Headquarters Jamatkhana from 8:15 - 10:15 p.m. to assist with providing support to those Jamati members who might be adversely impacted because of the current economic situation.
For more information, please call Fatima Bheraiya, Skills and Employer Counselor, at 416-751-5325 ext. 321, or e-mail sep...@cfonet.org.
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| Government Job Search and Training Programs
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
Skills & Employment Program (SEP)
SECOND CAREER
Second Career is an Ontario government program that helps you train for a new job. It provides financial support to help laid-off Ontarians participate in training for a new career. Laid-off workers including those who have taken an interim job to meet ends meet can apply for the Second Career. Anyone laid-off any time after January 1, 2005 is eligible to apply for it. For further information, please visit the Second Career website.
IMPACT
IMPACT is a program that provides re-employment assistance for people who are 45 years of age and older and for those who reside primarily in the Scarborough area. Unemployed people of this age, residing in other areas of the GTA, can also attend. To find out more about IMPACT, please call (416) 609-9622.
PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAM
The pre-apprenticeship training program is designed to bridge the gap that may exist between the skills employers need and the knowledge and experience of employment seekers. The program helps potential entrants to the apprenticeship system develop their skills and trade readiness so that they will be prepared to gain employment as apprentices. For more information, please visit the Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program website.
ONTARIO YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
This high school program gives students the opportunity to work towards a career in a skilled trade. Students can be recruited into apprenticeships through work placements, or training plans that lead to employment. For more information, please visit the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program website.
ONTARIO WORKS
Ontario Works program offers people the opportunity to extend job-specific skills training to individuals who are receiving social assistance. In addition, the program provides assistance with pre-screening, matching, and hiring. For further information, please call 1-888-789-4199.
BRIDGE TRAINING FOR SKILLED IMMIGRANTS
Bridge training supports the development and implementation of sustainable projects that expedite licensing and accreditation of qualified immigrants for employment in strategic skills areas. Projects are offered by sector-based partnerships including employers, educators, educational institutions, occupational regulatory bodies, and community agencies. For more information, please visit the Career Edge Organization website.
JOB OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION NETWORK (JOIN)
JOIN is an employment network for persons with disabilities. For more information, please visit the JOIN website.
THE ONTARIO SKILLS PASSPORT
The Ontario Skills Passport is a bilingual, web-based resource that provides clear descriptions of the skills and work habits one may need in the workforce and in daily life. Students, jobseekers, and workers can use the Ontario Skills Passport to identify the skills they already have and those they would like to acquire or further develop. More information is available at the Ontario Skills Passport website.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
The Business Development Program from Service Canada provides unsecured and interest-free loans to small and medium-sized businesses in Atlantic Canada to help them carry out start-up and expansion activities. As per the eligibility criteria the project must offer economic benefits for an
area or a community, demonstrate a need for financial assistance, be economically viable and other criteria may apply. For further information, please visit the Business Development Program website.
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| Micro Enterprises: Franchise Operated Business
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
This month's Micro Enterprise idea is the Franchise Operated business.
For details about how to start up this type of business, please click here.
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| Career of the Month: Early Childhood Educator
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Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Ontario
For additional information, refer to the Government of Canada's Job Futures website by occupation or NOC Code 4214 or contact the Skills and Employment Program Counselor at (416) 751-5325 ext. 321 or e-mail fbhe...@cfonet.org.
Please click here for more information regarding this career.
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| Employment Opportunities
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London, UK - based Head of Department of Graduate Studies with IIS
Closing April 12, 2009 Details
Karachi-based Director, International Programmes with Aga Khan University
Closing April 20, 2009 Details
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| Recent Institutional News
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Agreements Reduce Natural Disaster Risk in Tajikistan
Aga Khan Development Network, April 9, 2009
Press Release
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| The Muslim Civilizations
Official Websites
Frequently Called Numbers
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Islamic art has been produced for over fourteen hundred years in diverse regions, from the steppes of Central Asia to the savannahs of Africa. The numerous languages spoken and the widely varied cultural traditions influenced the styles of Islamic art, hence no single style or technique prevailed. One of the decorative styles used stems that scrolled symmetrically and regularly around evenly spaced leaves and flowers. This style of decorative art is generally referred to as arabesque, a term created by fifteenth or sixteenth century Europeans who admired it and associated it with Arab lands. 