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WATCH: CCI’s Bill C-9 testimony at the Senate with other Canadian Muslim groups

Testimony by CCI Executive Director Imam Sikander Hashmi at the Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights on May 25, 2026. For months, we have been working alongside other national Muslim groups to address the challenges posed by Bill C-9. Alhamdulillah, we had the chance to address the Senate committee studying the bill as part of […]

Canadian Imams React to Shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego

Canadian Imams React to Shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego May 18, 2026 – Ottawa, ON – On this first day of Dhul Hijjah, the Islamic lunar month of Hajj, we are watching with deep concern and praying for our brothers and sisters in San Diego. May Allah elevate the ranks of those who […]

Dhul Hijjah Expected to Begin at Sunset on Sunday, May 17, 2026

Notice: Dhul Hijjah Expected to Begin Sunday Evening (May 17, 2026) 🌙 The blessed month of Dhul Hijjah is expected to begin at sunset on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Those planning to offer Udhiyyah/Qurbani are encouraged to cut their nails and trim their hair before sunset on Sunday, as they should refrain from doing so […]

Canadian Muslim Health and Faith Leaders Urge Federal Government to Permanently Halt Expansion of MAiD to Mental Illness

JOINT STATEMENT ON THE EXPANSION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IN DYING TO MENTAL ILLNESS Canadian Muslim Health and Faith Leaders Urge Federal Government to Permanently Halt Expansion of MAiD to Mental Illness Leading healthcare and faith organizations call for a definitive and permanent stay on expansion May 14, 2026 – On behalf of over 700 Muslim […]

Canadian Imams Warn of Rising Hate Targeting Mosques Following Gatineau Arrest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE La version française suit. Canadian Imams Warn of Rising Hate Targeting Mosques Following Gatineau Arrest Ottawa, ON – April 30, 2026 –The arrest of a Quebec man in connection with violent threats against a mosque in Aylmer brings relief, but it also underscores a troubling reality reflected in recent years of rising hate-motivated […]

Eid al-Fitr 1447/2026 Message

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Key Guidelines for Zakat al-Fitr 1447/2026

KEY GUIDELINES FOR ZAKAT AL-FITR 1447 / 2026 Zakat al-Fitr, also referred to as Sadaqat al-Fitr, Fitrana, and Fitrah, is a mandatory charity that every able Muslim must give before Eid al-Fitr prayer. It purifies shortcomings during fasting and ensures that those in need can celebrate Eid with dignity. Ibn Abbas (RA) reported: The Messenger […]

Canadian Imams Demand Parliamentary Text Match Justice Officials’ Assurances in Bill C-9

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Canadian Imams Demand Parliamentary Text Match Assurances in Bill C-9 Ottawa, ON – February 24, 2026 – The Canadian Council of Imams (CCI) is cautiously optimistic about clarifications from the federal government that Bill C-9 is not intended to affect good-faith reading and discussion of religious texts, but believes that the wording […]

Ramadan 1447 / 2026 Message to Canadian Muslims

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ وَالصَّلَاةُ وَالسَّلَامُ عَلَىٰ نَبِيِّنَا مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَىٰ آلِهِ وَأَهْلِ بَيْتِهِ وَصَحْبِهِ أَجْمَعِينَ In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, upon his family, his household, and all of […]

Canadian Imams Concerned Over Proposed Amendments to Bill C-9 Targeting Religious Freedoms

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Canadian Imams Concerned Over Proposed Amendments to Bill C-9 Targeting Religious Freedoms December 2, 2025 – Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Council of Imams (CCI) is deeply concerned by reports that the Liberal Party and the Bloc Québécois are considering amendments to Bill C-9 that would repeal protections in paragraph 319(3)(b) of […]

WATCH: CCI Urges Federal Government to Address the CRA’s Mistreatment of Muslim charities

CCI Executive Director Imam Sikander Hashmi speaks on Parliament Hill, in conjunction with NCCM, to urge the federal government to address the Canada Revenue Agency’s mistreatment of Muslim charities. https://youtu.be/x1Yv80qBkcA

Joint Letter from Canadian Faith Leaders on the Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

The Canadian Council of Imams, together with national faith leaders representing over 7,000 clergy from across Canada, has written to the Prime Minister to express our deep and urgent collective concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Faith-based organizations across Canada that wish to endorse this joint letter are invited to contact us by […]

Statement of Condolence on the Passing of Pope Francis

Statement of Condolences on the Passing of Pope Francis April 22, 2025 – On behalf of Canadian Imams and the Muslim community across Canada, we extend our condolences to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops and all Catholics in Canada on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis stood firmly […]

Guidance Regarding the 2025 Federal Election

Guidance Regarding the 2025 Federal Election بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم، الحمد لله، والصلاة والسلام على سيدنا محمد وعلى آله وصحبه أجمعين In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah alone. Peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and companions. The Canadian Council […]

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