Calgary Canadian Muslims Have New Mosques

The mosque that is the center of Muslim activity in the Canadian city of Calgary, the Al-Madinah Calgary Islamic Center, will move to a new location in the city center, offering greater space for worshipers to pray and a location closer to work.

"This is a large building, about 3.000 square meters," said Iman Syed Soharwardy from Al Madinah Calgary Islamic Center to Calgary Herald, Saturday (21/1). Occupying a location in the northeast area of ​​Falconridge, the Islamic Center will move to a new location, at 421 Ave Riverfront. SE SE

The opening of the new mosque is scheduled for January 27 as well as the anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad. In addition to larger prayer space facilities, the mosque also opens Islamic studies classes such as studying Al-Quran, holding inter-religious dialogue, and other Islamic activities.

Every Friday, the usaia Friday prayer the mosque prepares a free lunch for everyone - Muslims and non-Muslims.

The Muslim community plans to build a school and mosque on Saddle Ridge. The project is awaiting approval from the authorities. Canadian Muslims make up around 1,9 percent of the total population of 32,8 million. (Mel / Onislam.net / ddhongkong.org). *

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