On this Canada Day, our President shares a special message to highlight the special blend of Islamic and Canadian values which helped us deal with the exceptional times we are going through. The government, faith organizations and social service agencies joined hands to serve the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The United Muslim Organizations of Ottawa-Gatineau appreciates so many of … Read More

We know you have been eagerly awaiting this moment for a long time. The management team of AMA is pleased to announce that Masjid ar-Rahmah has reopened in a limited capacity. We would like to ensure the safety of our community. Furthermore, even though we will be partially opening we still encourage you to pray at home according to darura … Read More

It is with sadness that we write to you today. The world today is overflowing with pain and moral outrage over the rise of racially charged violence across the U.S. and here in Canada. As a community we are not blind to these indiscretions, whether they happen on our doorsteps or hundreds of kilometres away. We stand in solidarity with … Read More

We are confident that this communiqué reaches you all in the finest of well-being and Iman insha-Allah. The intent of this message is to clarify with the community the subject of Eid al-Fitr 2020/1441 and the decision of the Council of Imams of Ottawa-Gatineau to announce the Eid al-Fitr celebrations for Saturday 23, May 2020.

Getting the right amount of physical activity, time with family, and educational periods can be challenging during quarantine. We have created a schedule that can help you navigate your family’s time during quarantine and make the best use of your time. To view the full schedule you can click on the button below. Important: This timetable is proposed by AMA for … Read More

We are now entering the final days and nights of this blessed month of Ramadan. Among these last few nights is Laylatul Qadr, the night in which the Qur’an was revealed. Laylatul Qadr is also a night that is greater than a 1,000 months in its blessing and reward. (Surah Qadr: Verse 3) As you already know this night is … Read More

Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatu Allah wa barakatu, My dear brothers and sisters in Islam, all praise is due to Allah (SWT). We praise Him and cherish Him and we ask Him to make us from those who listen and follow the best of what they listen to. Ramadan Mubarak! On behalf of the Board and Imam of AMA (Masjid ar-Rahmah), … Read More

Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatu Allah, Before I start I would like to ask Allah to remove this hardship from us, to make it easy for all of us during this difficult time we are facing. Subhan Allah (Glory be to Allah), this may be the first time in the history of Islam where all masajid in the Muslim Ummah, from … Read More

Dear community members, I hope you and your family are doing well and staying safe during these challenging times insha Allah. Indeed we are going through tough times, and what could be tougher than not being able to attend congregational prayers in the house of Allah or attending Jumuah Salat and listening to the Friday Khutbah? The situation we are … Read More

Together, we achieved new milestones thanks to the efforts of our volunteers, donors, staff, and partners. With your help, we are building vibrant neighbourhoods together with other service providers and community leaders.  With your help, we’re developing more support services in the neighbourhoods we serve, connecting residents to services and resources.  Through the two arms of our organization – the … Read More