Events
See the events taking place at Ismaili Centres around the world.
Jun
10
UAE Scientist H.E. Maryam Mattar visits the Ismaili Centre Dubai
9 June 2019
H.E. Maryam Mattar, recognized as one of the ‘100 smartest people in the UAE’, and as the ‘most powerful scientist in the UAE’, and amongst the top 20 Arab scientists with the biggest contribution to humanity by British Scientific Community 2016, visited Ismaili Centre Dubai.
May
26
Annual Suhoor in Collaboration with the Embassy of Afghanistan, Abu Dhabi and AKTC Kabul
25 May 2019
In line with our partnership series, the Diplomatic Outreach team organised the Ismaili Centre Annual Suhoor in collaboration with the Embassy of Afghanistan, Abu Dhabi and the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, Kabul.
May
25
Doors Open Toronto 2019
13 May 2019
Join us on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 for Doors Open Toronto, the annual showcase of some of the most architecturally, historically and culturally significant buildings across the city. Complimentary tours of the Centre will take place between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm on both Days -- last admittance at 4:30 pm and registration not required.
More details on Doors Open Toronto can be Found at www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/doors-open-toronto/doors-o...
May
25
An Annual Tradition: The Ismaili Centre, Toronto participates in “Doors Open Toronto”
24 June 2019
For the fifth year in a row, the Ismaili Centre, Toronto participated in Doors Open Toronto, an annual event coordinated by the City of Toronto.
May
23
How Women Shape Society: Nourishing our Minds and Bodies this Ramadan
13 May 2019
In honour of Ramadan, the Ismaili Council for Ontario Women’s Portfolio, the Canadian Council of Muslim Women – Toronto Chapter and the Muslim Awards for Excellence Women in Leadership welcome all to an inspiring evening of conversation and connection followed by food and friendship at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto.
May
23
How Women Shape Society: Nourishing our Minds & Bodies this Ramadan
28 June 2019
The Women’s Portfolio for the Ismaili Council of Ontario in partnership with the Canadian Council of Muslim Women – Toronto Chapter (CCMW – Toronto) and Muslim Awards for Excellence, Women in Leadership (MAX WIL) came together for our first Iftar collaboration at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto.
May
16
Toronto Mayor John Tory attends Community Iftar at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto and Aga Khan Park
24 June 2019
Beloved Toronto Mayor John Tory attended a community Iftar at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto. Guests included various Ummah leaders (Iranian, Tajik, Afghan and Syrian), Ismaili CIVIC service partners, government and civil society leaders and other Jamati members.
May
15
Discussing Uganda’s Attractive Investment Opportunities with the Uganda High Commissioner to Canada
15 May 2019
Over 65 investors attended an event at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto, to gain insight into Uganda as a potential investment opportunity. The evening commenced with opening remarks from Ismaili Council for Ontario President, Sheherzade Hirji, welcoming the Uganda High Commissioner to Canada, Ambassador Joy Ruth Acheng, her Deputy Head of Mission, and attendees. Following this, the audience enjoyed a presentation by Her Excellency that discussed Uganda’s growing economy in multiple sectors.
May
9
Minding the Gap: A conversation on Access to Mental Health Care
4 April 2019
The Ismaili Centre Mental Health Series - Minding the Gap: Conversations on Mental Health from Stigma to Treatment Innovation is dedicated to sharing ideas and discussions about mental health in our society in collaboration with leading professionals, academics, and experts in the field. Join us for the second event in this three-part series for a conversation on Access to Mental Health Care. Approximately 1 in 4 people in Ontario who need mental health care struggle to access it. Let’s explore what access to mental health care looks like, how to access it, and the innovative resources that are being developed to facilitate this process. Although this is a complimentary event, registration is required.
May
9
Minding the Gap: A Conversation on Access to Mental Health Care
24 June 2019
The Ismaili Centre, Toronto held its second of a three-part series on mental health. This event was titled, “Minding the Gap: A Conversation on Access to Mental Health Care”.
May
4
Who Are We, Where Are We Headed? Life and Death: The Ethics of Identity
18 April 2019
Six onstage conversations at the nexus of citizenship, identity & religion. Hosted by the Ismaili Centres in Vancouver & Toronto, and co-sponsored by Simon Fraser University, the conversations will be conducted by Dr. Amyn Sajoo, Scholar-in-Residence, SFU Centre for the Comparative Study of Muslim Societies & Cultures.
May
4
Refugee Women’s Network held the “Empowering Women’s Summit” at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto
24 June 2019
The Refugee Women’s Network held a summit entitled “Empowering Women” at the Ismaili Centre, Toronto. Refugee Women’s Network is a registered Canadian charity established in 2016, to provide a response to the needs of an influx of refugees settling in Toronto and the GTA by breaking the language barrier through education, advocacy and supportive programs.
