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December 9, 2025

City of Edmonton Activates Extreme Weather Response Ahead of Frigid Temperatures

Citywide coverage referencing faith and community partners responding to extreme cold conditions.

October 25, 2025

The Muslim Pioneers | A Canadian Story | Documentary

We’re delighted to present our newest documentary, a story of faith, identity, and legacy. ISNA Canada

May 8, 2025

Construction of $80M Islamic School in Edmonton Begins

Construction officially begins on the new Edmonton Islamic Academy elementary campus.

May 5, 2025

Ground Broken on New Edmonton Islamic Academy School

Community leaders and families mark the official groundbreaking of the new EIA campus.

May 5, 2025

New Edmonton Islamic Academy Will Have Space for 1,600 Children, With Growing Waitlist

CBC reports on rising enrolment demand driving the expansion of Islamic education in Edmonton.

January 30, 2025

Al Rashid Mosque Wants to Rezone Industrial Land to Accommodate Growing Edmonton Community

Rezoning proposal highlights growth pressures and long-term planning for community services.

November 29, 2024

Canada’s First Mosque Opens Its Doors to Shelter Edmonton’s Vulnerable Citizens

National coverage of Al Rashid Mosque’s winter shelter response.

February 25, 2024

‘The Need Was Huge’: Historic Al Rashid Mosque Reopens After Renovations

CTV covers the reopening of the historic mosque following major renovations.

February 8, 2024

Al Rashid Mosque Endorses Premier Danielle Smith’s Parental Rights Updates in Alberta

Coverage of the mosque’s public stance on provincial education policy.

January 18, 2024

Al Rashid Mosque Opens Its Doors Again to Shelter Edmonton’s Vulnerable Citizens This Winter

Ongoing winter shelter efforts highlighted amid cold conditions.

January 10, 2024

Al Rashid Mosque Cuts Ties With Edmonton-Based Halal Mortgage Company

Decision follows scrutiny around halal financing practices.

November 28, 2023

Early Muslim Pioneers in Alberta

How do Muslims live Islam in Arctic Canada, so distant from its cradle?

January 28, 2023

Al Rashid Mosque Opens Its Doors Again to Shelter Edmonton’s Vulnerable Citizens This Winter

Winter shelter response continues amid prolonged cold.

January 28, 2023

Edmonton’s Muslim Communities Call for More Inclusive Spaces for Black Muslims

Community leaders discuss inclusion and representation.

February 6, 2022

Al Rashid Mosque Develops Halal Opportunity to Enter Edmonton’s Housing Market

Exploration of halal housing and finance initiatives.

January 1, 2022

Edmonton’s Al Rashid Mosque Extends Temporary Shelter as Extreme Cold Remains

Shelter operations continue as temperatures stay dangerously low.

August 8, 2021

‘We Want People to Feel Safe’: More Self-Defence Classes for Women Hosted by Al Rashid Mosque

Expanded safety programming responds to community concerns.

February 10, 2021

Al Rashid Mosque Opens Its Doors to Community Members Facing Homelessness

Winter shelter initiative supports vulnerable residents.

July 15, 2020

Edmonton’s Al Rashid Mosque Spray-Painted With Racist Graffiti

Police investigate vandalism targeting the mosque.

July 14, 2020

Edmonton Police Hate Crimes Unit Investigating Racist Graffiti at Al Rashid Mosque

Hate crimes unit becomes involved following vandalism.

July 22, 2019

Muslim Woman Funeral Director Honours Burial Traditions for Grieving Families

Profile highlighting faith-based funeral services connected to the mosque community.

February 6, 2019

Edmonton’s Al Rashid Mosque Opens Doors to Homeless Amid Cold Snap

Emergency shelter response during extreme cold.

January 26, 2019

Edmonton Police Investigating After Group Known to Police Visits Al Rashid Mosque

Police investigate suspicious visit involving extremist group.

March 7, 2017

When Is Prayer Time? Edmonton’s Al Rashid Mosque Has an App for That

Technology helps worshippers stay connected to prayer schedules.

December 23, 2015

Al Rashid Mosque Opens Warehouse of Goods for Those in Need

Community warehouse initiative supports families in crisis.

September 18, 2015

Imam at Al Rashid a Leader for Edmonton’s 90,000 Muslims

Profile of leadership and community influence.

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