Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahu Wa Barakatuhu,
In 2007, the Parliament of Canada proclaimed October as Canadian Islamic History Month.
Since then, October is celebrated as Canadian Islamic History and Heritage Month in an increasing number of cities and provinces. As a result of the outreach and advocacy of the Muslim Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (MANAL), the City of St. John's and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador have also joined these celebrations by making similar proclamations in 2019 and 2022 respectively.
In addition to advocating for these proclamations, MANAL also helped developing a physical and digital archive at Memorial University to preserve the history of NL Muslims for future generations.
During October, we encourage you all to learn and educate others about the great contributions of Muslims in our province and beyond. NL public libraries have great resources on this subject including some books that were donated by MANAL.
Jazakum Allahu Khairan,
MANAL Executive Committee
