April 21, 2017-Mississauga We are deeply disturbed by the recent rise of hate motivated incidents in Ontario and particularly Peel Region. As Canadians, we value our Charter of Rights and Freedoms and human rights laws. We have the freedom to practice our faith and have the right to reasonable accommodation to observe our faith […]
MCP Statement on the Threats Against an Imam and Islamic centre in Mississauga
April 20, 2017-Mississauga The Muslim Council of Peel is extremely alarmed at the recent threat against one of its board members, Imam Ibrahim Hindy and the Dar Al-Tawheed Islamic Centre, an MCP member organization. We unequivocally denounce violence and terror in any form. We are deeply concerned that hate motivated crimes and threats are on […]
MCP Statement on Video Targeting Students in Schools
The Muslim Council of Peel is appalled at the video circulating which is targeting students. This is creating a climate of fear and mistrust amongst children and youth in schools and warrants a thorough investigation by authorities. No
Mosques Mobilize to Fight Hunger in Peel
MCP Member Organizations Take Part in Food Drive to Make Sure No One Goes Hungry this Eid Mississauga-September 1, 2016 As over 1.6 billion Muslims get ready for this Eid of sacrifice in Abrahamic tradition, Muslim Council of Peel member organizations in Peel appeal to their congregations to donate food to help local food […]
Peel Muslims join over 1 Million Canadian-Muslims to Celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr After Fasting 30 days of Ramadan
Mississauga-July 5, 2016 Over 10% of the Peel population identifies as Muslim. Today marks the 30th fast as the month of Ramadan comes to an end at sunset. The night precedes the day in the Islamic lunar calendar. Tonight will be the beginning of the month of Shawal and Muslims in Peel will join over […]
News Release: Canadian-Muslim Organizations in Peel Region Unite to Denounce the Belgium Attacks
The Muslim Council of Peel unequivocally denounces all terror attacks. MCP members stand united as Canadian-Muslim organizations in Peel Region to express our deepest sorrow for the lives lost and the persons hurt in the attacks on Tuesday in Belgium. MCP is confident that local authorities are actively monitoring public places to prevent any extremist […]
MCP Statement on Knife Attack
March 15, 2016 MCP Statement on Knife Attack The Muslim Council of Peel expresses deep concern over the knife attack at the Canadian Forces Recruitment Centre in Toronto. Such acts of violence have no place in our society. They are crimes regardless of any faith affiliations of the perpetrator. We are grateful that […]
Serving Syrian Newcomers to Peel: Ensuring Social Inclusion Workshop
Dear Community Partner, Thank you for attending our “Serving Syrian Newcomers to Peel: Ensuring Social Inclusion Workshop” on Thursday January 14 at the Sayeda Khadija Centre. Please find the 2 presentations below for your information. Also, please take a couple of minutes to help us evaluate the workshop by completing a survey at […]
MCP calls on all Imams to affirm the duty to vote
For Immediate Release-The Muslim Council of Peel (MCP) calls on all Imams to affirm the duty to vote. For Immediate Release – The Muslim Council of Peel (MCP) calls on all Imams to affirm the duty to vote. 15 Prominent Imams in Peel Region unite to appeal to their congregants to vote on October 19. […]
Muslim Council of Peel: Post-Election Statement
November 4th, 2015 The Muslim Council of Peel offers its heartiest congratulations to all candidates and voters who took part in the October 19 federal election. Civic engagement programs to educate Canadians, voter participation and grassroots candidate campaigns all contributed to a higher voter turn-out. We thank you for your efforts. We commend all of […]