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Islamic History Month

​​Celebrate Islamic History Month: Join us for a night of creativity, culture and community!

Come watch the short films created by Brampton Youth during our Youth Pocket Film program and listen to authentic stories about Islamic heritage.

Learn about the deep history and symbolism of Islamic geometric art from renowned artist and architect Safoura Zahedi. Plus explore her unique 3D-printed tile work and art.

Gather for a fireside chat with Amira Elghawaby, Canada’s Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia, who will speak about why equity and inclusion matter.

Date: Thursday, October 30
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm)
Location: Brampton City Hall (2 Wellington Street West)
Dinner will be served and there is room for prayers

​This is a ticketed event - please get your free ticket in advance from Eventbrite​.

Islamic History Month is recognized across Canada each October. The month is a time to celebrate and share the rich Muslim heritage and tradition. As well as a time to educate and learn about the profound contributions Muslims have made to Canada and society as a whole.

The theme for Islamic History Month 2025 is "Pioneering Muslim Communities in Canada” to recognize the rich heritage, contributions and ongoing presence of Muslim communities across the country.

This theme highlights the resilience and dedication of early Muslim settlers in Canada and the mosques, cultural centers, schools and social spaces the built for futured generations. We acknowledge the spaces they cultivated that allowed for comfort, growth and mutual support – these pioneers laid the foundation for thriving Muslim communities today.

The City of Brampton is committed to addressing Islamophobia through the adoption of the National Council of Canadian Muslims’ (NCCM) municipal recommendations. This commitment reflects our broader dedication to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment – both within our organization and across our community – by prioritizing staff education, equity, and meaningful community development.

Get Involved

There are a number of ways to get involved, learn more during the month and contribute to healing our society. Consider:

  1. Attending the community Flag Raising ceremony in Ken Whillans Square on September 28 at 2:00 pm
  2. Visiting one of Brampton's mosques during an upcoming open house:
    • Masumeen Islamic Centr​e (7580 Kennedy Road South, Brampton) on Thursday, October 9, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
    • Bramalea Islamic Cultural Centre (25 Kings Cross Road, Brampton) on Saturday, October 18, from 1:00 - 5:00 pm
    • Mubarak Mosque (10545 Hurontario Street, Br​ampton), every Sunday in October until Sunday, October 26, from 2:00 - 5:00 pm
    • Masjid Al Salam (160 Salvation Road, Brampton) on Sunday, October 19, from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    • Islamic Forum (10545 Hurontario St) on Sunday, October 19, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm
    • Jamiat-Ul-Ansar (1 Masjid Dr, Brampton) on Sunday, October 19, from 2:00 - 7:00 pm
    • Brampton Islamic Centre (6 Lowry Drive, Brampton), on Monday, October 20,​ from 5:00 - 8:0​0 pm
  3. ​​Join us for our end of month celebration of creativity, culture and community on Thursday, October 30 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Free tickets are available on Eventbrite​. ​

Contact the Equity Office

Corporation of the City of Brampton,
2 Wellington Street West,
Brampton, ON, L6Y 4R2