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CANADA 26 September 2025 | CANADA
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| FOCUS Canada Launches the 2025 FOCUSSTAR Campaign |
Natural disasters are on the rise. In 2024 alone, severe weather caused $8.5B of losses in Canada — driven by wildfires, floods, and hailstorms.
Across South Asia, the past month has seen flash floods displacing thousands in northern Pakistan and a 6.0 earthquake in Afghanistan, leaving families in crisis. Refugee numbers are rising worldwide. Over 42.7 million people are now refugees, and 122 million have been forced to flee due to conflict and hardship.
Focus Humanitarian Assistance has been at the forefront of saving lives and building resilience - from delivering emergency relief to equipping communities with the tools to respond to disasters and rebuild the lives of newcomers with dignity and hope. Your support has always been FOCUS’ greatest strength. Please contribute to the FOCUSSTAR Campaign by signing up for online monthly giving, or by visiting the Donor Services Desk. Every dollar makes a measurable difference. Visit the FOCUS Canada website. |
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| Daily Diamond |
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"I am deeply concerned about the impact of the current floods in Pakistan, which have been intensified by the effects of climate change. These floods, and the many other weather events we are experiencing around the world, require us all—governments, businesses, communities, and individuals—to redouble our efforts to combat the climate crisis which threatens to engulf us." Mawlana Hazar Imam, Pakistan, September 2022 |
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| Stirrings of the Soul |
The true mosque is in the heart of the one who is merciful.
The mosque made of stone is just a place for the external form,
but the real mosque is the merciful heart.
When the merciful heart enters prayer,
that prayer becomes as deep as the ocean. Rumi
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| Stay on Board |
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Leadership Meeting Brings Council for Canada to Halifax |
| Exploring opportunities for the Jamat in the emerging Atlantic region. |
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Ignite Business Directory Launching Soon, Register Your Business Today |
| The Ignite Business Directory Launches on October 24. Make sure to register your business today! |
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| Mark Your Calendars |
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| THU Oct 2 • 8:00 am ET • Ismaili Centre Toronto |
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Atlantic Canada Trade Mission |
| Don't miss opportunities for investment, entrepreneurship and community growth! |
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| SAT Sep 27 • See Event Details • |
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Global Ismaili CIVIC Day 2025 |
| The global Ismaili community unites in service to their homelands this weekend. |
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| Salgirah Mubarak |
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| FRI Oct 10 • After Jamati Ceremonies • Toronto Jamatkhanas |
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Devotional Night |
| Join us for an evening of celebration and reflection. |
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| SUN Oct 12 • After Jamati Ceremonies • Toronto Jamatkhanas |
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Salgirah Celebration |
| We look forward to celebrating with you! |
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| Toronto Khabr |
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| SAT Oct 4 • 7 p.m. • Ismaili Centre, Toronto |
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Nuit Blanche 2025 |
| Join us where the physical and spiritual worlds merge in perfect harmony. |
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Volunteer Opportunity: Drivers for Jamatkhana Buses |
| Are you able to volunteer a few hours each week? |
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Generations Toronto Housing: Expression of Interest Now Open |
| Apply by November 26 to express your interest. |
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| SAT Sep 27 • 7:30 p.m. • Ismaili Centre Toronto |
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Ismaili Nurses Networking Event |
| Connect, learn, and recharge with Canadian Ismaili Nursing Professionals. |
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| At the Museum |
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| SAT Sep 27 • 8 p.m. • Aga Khan Museum |
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Verse and Voice: A Night of Music and Poetry |
| Featuring Tawhida Tanya Evanson and Yahya Hussein Abdallah. |
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| MON Sep 29 • 1 p.m. • Aga Khan Museum |
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Couchiching Annual Conference 2025 |
| A strategic dialogue on the future of Canada. |
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| SUN Oct 19 • 2 p.m. • Aga Khan Museum-Nanji Family Foundation Auditorium |
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Beyond the Label: Rethinking Islamic Art |
| The history, evolution, and contemporary challenges of Islamic Art. |
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| SUN Sep 28 • 2 p.m. • Aga Khan Museum |
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Connecting Cultures Through Typography |
| Explore design, and creativity with Dr. Huda Abi-Farés. |
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| Community Connections |
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Eshan Lakhani: Inspiring Through Rhythm |
| At 15 years old, Eshan Lakhani, a neurodiverse drummer from Australia. |
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| SAT Sep 27 • 11 a.m. PT | 2 p.m. ET • Webinar |
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Future-proofing Your Family: Navigating the Essentials of Inter-Generational Wealth Preservation |
| Discover best practices to navigate your family's wealth preservation journey. |
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| Joyful Corner |
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Jamati Joy: Peaceful Play at Aga Khan Park |
| Celebrating the moments that bring happiness to our Jamat — shared by you! |
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Zain’s Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins |
| A snack-time win from a 4-year-old baker in Toronto! |
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| Health and Wellness |
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World Suicide Prevention Day – Continuing the Conversation |
| How awareness and compassion can drive hope and resilience. |
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World Alzheimer's Day |
| Supporting those affected by dementia starts with understanding. |
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Aga Khan Education Services (AKES)
Human Resources Officer (Uganda)
Apply today
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Aga Khan Education Services (AKES)
University Guidance Counselor (Tanzania)
Apply today
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Aga Khan Education Services (AKES)
Learning Support Unit Coordinator (Uganda)
Apply today
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Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH)
Junior Architect (India)
Apply today
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Aga Khan Education Services (AKES)
Laboratory Technician - Physics (Uganda)
Apply today
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Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS)
Assistant Manager Community Health (Pakistan)
Apply today
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For a full list of employment opportunities visit the AKDN Career Centre.
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CONTACT US
His Highness Prince Aga Khan Shia Imami Ismaili Council for Canada
49 Wynford Drive, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1K1 CANADA
+1-416-646-6965
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