Az-Zahraa Islamic Centre

08/24/2026

07/29/2026

*Arbaeen 1448 / 2026 at Az-Zahraa*

As we approach the sacred days of Arbaeen, join us for a special three-night lecture series with *Dr. Shaykh Mohammed Ali Ismail*

📖 Theme:
The Art of the Word: Qur’anic Principles of Communication Illustrated Through Karbala

Discover six Qur’anic principles of communication and how they were beautifully embodied by the heroes of Karbala.

🗓 Program Schedule
📍 Monday, August 3 – 6:45 PM (Program begins with Niaz)
📍 Tuesday, August 4 – 7:00 PM
📍 Wednesday, August 5 – 7:30 PM

07/29/2026

*Arbaeen 1448 / 2026 at Az-Zahraa*

As we approach the sacred days of Arbaeen, join us for a special three-night lecture series with *Dr. Shaykh Mohammed Ali Ismail*

📖 Theme:
The Art of the Word: Qur’anic Principles of Communication Illustrated Through Karbala

Discover six Qur’anic principles of communication and how they were beautifully embodied by the heroes of Karbala.

🗓 Program Schedule
📍 Monday, August 3 – 6:45 PM (Program begins with Niaz)
📍 Tuesday, August 4 – 7:00 PM
📍 Wednesday, August 5 – 7:30 PM

06/24/2026

As the month of Muharram closely approaches, our hearts turn once again to Karbala—the sacrifice that preserved the true message of Islam and continues to guide believers through every generation. As we await the reappearance of Imam al-Mahdi (AJTF), we are reminded that his mission is deeply rooted in the values for which Imam Hussain (AS) stood: truth, justice, dignity, and unwavering faith in Allah (SWT). In a time when humanity continues to witness conflict, suffering, and injustice, the legacy of Karbala remains as relevant and necessary as ever.

Muharram is an opportunity to reflect, remember, and renew our commitment to these timeless principles.

We invite all members of our community to come together in remembrance of Imam Hussain (AS), his family, and his loyal companions, and to reconnect with the message of Karbala and its enduring lessons for humanity.

🤲 May Allah (SWT) grant us the tawfeeq to gather in remembrance of Karbala, strengthen our connection to Ahlul Bayt (AS), and carry the values of Imam Hussain (AS) into our homes, communities, and daily lives.

*Labbayka Ya Hussain (AS).*

06/02/2026

As the month of Muharram closely approaches, our hearts turn once again to Karbala—the sacrifice that preserved the true message of Islam and continues to guide believers through every generation. As we await the reappearance of Imam al-Mahdi (AJTF), we are reminded that his mission is deeply rooted in the values for which Imam Hussain (AS) stood: truth, justice, dignity, and unwavering faith in Allah (SWT). In a time when humanity continues to witness conflict, suffering, and injustice, the legacy of Karbala remains as relevant and necessary as ever.

Muharram is an opportunity to reflect, remember, and renew our commitment to these timeless principles.

We invite all members of our community to come together in remembrance of Imam Hussain (AS), his family, and his loyal companions, and to reconnect with the message of Karbala and its enduring lessons for humanity.

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📍 *Az-Zahraa Islamic Centre*
⚠️ *All dates are tentative and subject to moon sighting*

*more details to follow*
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🎙️ *Evening Majlis Speaker*
Sheikh Ali Hussein Datoo

🧕 *Ladies Programs Speaker*
Sister Tahera Kassamali

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📅 *Nightly Programs*
🗓️ June 15 – June 26, 2026

For recitation bookings, please contact Br. Minaz Fazal at 604-765-8447.

For tabaruk, please contact Br. Taslim Akbar at 604-418-2144 or Sis. Shaista Ladak at 604-961-9519.

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🧕 *Ladies Morning Programs*
📅 June 16 – June 26, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM Start

For tabaruk and taboot during the morning majlis, please contact Sis. Nargis Ladak at 604-374-3335.

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🤲 May Allah (SWT) grant us the tawfeeq to gather in remembrance of Karbala, strengthen our connection to Ahlul Bayt (AS), and carry the values of Imam Hussain (AS) into our homes, communities, and daily lives.

*Labbayka Ya Hussain (AS).*