Kanata Muslim Association

Kanata Masjid and Community Centre

The Kanata Muslim Association’s mission is to represent Islam in Ottawa West and to serve the spiritual, educational and social needs of a diverse Muslim community in a professional and caring manner.
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"Our Home, Our Dreams" Fundraiser

Vision to Reality

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$918,199Amount Collected*
*Amount Collected is comprised of funds collected online and offline.
Target Amount $400,000
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Total Amount Collected $404,195
Campaign is Closed
Your Donation is Tax Deductible

 

-- December 10, 2016 --

Thank you for supporting KMA's "Our Home, Our Dreams" Fundraiser!

With Allah's Mercy and your generous support, we have reached our current goal! We're now evaluating work that needs to be completed in the next stage, and will post once we have a figure.

The amount we have raised so far will go towards paying off interest-free loans taken to purchase our new property and to begin the city zoning process, inshaa Allah.

Donations are always welcome as we will need further support in the future for required modifications to the existing structure and property to make it usable based on city requirements. Experts are working on establishing what further work is required and estimating its cost. We are committed to transperency and open communication regarding costs and project needs.

Please continue to donate generously.

Your donation will go directly towards establishing the Kanata Muslim Community Centre and Masjid. Help establish the first House of Allah in Kanata and get yourself a house in Jannah, inshaa Allah!

Jazakum Allah Khayr!

 

Your Donation is Tax Deductible


Kanata Muslim Association

"Our Home, Our Dreams"

Some Background

Kanata's Muslim community has spent the last decade renting facilities such as community centres, churches and schools for prayers, events and evening & weekend schools. A small rental mosalla is available for daily prayers and limited gatherings.

With Allah’s help, we've tried our best to organize Friday & Taraweeh prayers, run schools for children, organize youth programs, host social events, do outreach, engage with the media, offer family support & spiritual counsel and more - all without a permanent home. 
 
We’re at our seventh Friday prayer rental location and currently have activities happening at four different rental locations. 

 

For years, we've been looking for a property that is:

  • Close to Kanata's tech hub employing many Muslims
  • Zonable as a place of worship
  • Affordable
  • Sized appropriately for a masjid and community centre

 

Alhamdulillah, our dream has become a reality. We now have a property (land and a building) in Kanata, near the intersection of March Rd and Klondike Rd. Our aim is to establish a cozy, inclusive and vibrant centre & masjid for:

  • Worship
  • Education
  • Sports & Fun
  • Social Events
  • Spiritual Counsel
  • Family Support
  • Outreach
  • Media Engagement
  • and more!

 

Alhamdulillah, with your generous support, we had enough funds to pay for the bulk of the purchase price. Only $250,000 were borrowed from community members on an interest-free basis. Before we move ahead, these funds need to be paid back. In order to start the zoning approval process, we need $150,000. We cannot use the property for our intended use before receiving zoning approval.

 

The prophet Muhammad - peace be upon him - said, "Giving Sadaqah does not decrease wealth."

In fact he rephrased that three times to emphasize this point.

Please donate generously. May Allah Almighty bless and reward you for centuries to come.

 

Your Donation is Tax Deductible
 

 

What Our Community Members Are Saying:

“For years now, the KMA team has delivered exceptional services and programs tailored for the whole family. Inshaa Allah, with the support of the community and the dedication of the KMA team, Kanata North will have an Islamic center serving all based on the true values of Islam.”

- Br. Ahmed Ibrahim
 

“The Kanata Muslim Association have invested time and energy in providing services to the growing Muslim community of Kanata. I admire their passion and drive in reaching out to all ages and all cultures, as well as engaging with other faith communities. I'm proud to be a resident of Kanata, where community spirit is nurtured by the steadfast work of the KMA.”

 - Dr. Aisha Sherazi

 

“It's hard for me to express how much I admire and appreciate all the activities and programs provided by KMA. I am particularly delighted when I see my own kids so keen to attend STRIVE and Children's Circle, and the positive impact such programs have on them. May Allah give you the best rewards in this life and in the Hereafter.”

- Br. Hicham Ouahid
 

“I have been a resident of Kanata North for the last 12 years. Building a Masjid in Kanata North has been on the agenda for KMA since I moved to Kanata. Alhamdulillah, under the current administration of KMA, the dream is getting to become a reality. I think with small investment and with your support, we could achieve this goal soon inshaa Allah.”

- Br. Mohamed Abokasem

 

“KMA is a vibrant organization that reflects the compassionate spirit of Islam. Let's support the next phase of building a centre which will serve the needs of the community, and reflect the best aspects of our faith.”

- Dr. Sheema Khan

 

“In the Kanata Muslim Association, I have found friends and partners in our common goal to create a better world and neighborhood under the inspiration of God. Their project to build a mosque is the logical next step to attain this goal. May we continue to walk together faithfully in the coming years.”

- Rev. Stéphane Vermette, Kanata United Church

 

“A Masjid is a source of divine blessings or 'Barakah' for the entire community and ours has been a long time coming. Let's seize this opportunity to invest in our future and the future of our Ummah by supporting this wonderful project in the heart of Canada's hi-tech hub!"

- Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed

 

"The Kanata Muslim Association is an important part of the growth of our community and is cultivating great values in our future generations."

- Sr. Khadra Abdi
 

"KMA is the heart of the Muslim community in Kanata provided much needed services that enable Muslim families to learn, grow and bond together in a highly professional manner."

- Br. Sherif Awad