IIT Newsletter

COVID-19 update

We’re responding to the recent surge in COVID cases by scaling back to two Jumu’ah prayers (from three). We continue to monitor the serious situation and remind congregants to register and practice safety and precautionary measures. May Allah reward all of you!

COVID-19 cases have been increasing in Ontario. We are carefully monitoring the increase in the number of reported cases and will make decisions regarding the in-person services we offer in the coming days. While there haven’t been any reported cases, we need to ensure that we continue to be vigilant to protect our worshippers and slowing the spread to this virus.

Fall courses posted

Fall 2020 Semester courses have now been uploaded to our course portal. This semester we are focusing on leveraging the Islamic faith to help us manage the challenging times we live in.

A few highlights - visit open-institute.thinkific.com for more:

• Quranic Empowerment with Sh. Abdool Hamid
• Leadership Traits with Sh. Ahmad Kutty
• Lessons from Surah al-Kahf with Sh. Musleh Khan
• Illumination fom the Sahaaba with Dr. Abdullah Hakim quick
• Tajweed for beginners with Dr. Julie Lowe
• Grammatical Analysis of Surahs with Sister Rona Ullah

Jumu'ah: 1:15, 2:15 pm

By the grace of Allah we will be holding indoor Jumu'ah prayers in a limited and controlled manner. COVID-19 remains a serious health risk and we need to do our part to minimize the spread of the virus.

• 1:15 pm - Shaikh Abdool Hamid
• 2:15 pm - Shaikh

Attendance will be allowed only for those who have pre-registered and have been screened for COVID-19 symptoms through the registration process.

Registration is required to ensure compliance with the law, and to facilitate contact tracing.

Gates close 5 minutes before prayer begins so please arrive early to check in.


MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- complete the registration process
- bring a copy of your ticket, or display on your phone
- if you don't have access to a printer or a phone, please inform the front desk
- bring your own rug; no sharing of rugs is allowed
- perform wudhu at home; washroom and wudhu facilities are not available
- wear a mask at all times
- bring a bag for your shoes
- follow the instructions of our volunteers
- line up for check in; all attendees MUST check in prior to entering the facilities
- practice social distancing, even when you are with members of your family
- exit when the prayer is completed; you can perform sunnah prayers at home
- do not touch surfaces, open doors, or attempt to access any other part of the building
- IIT reserves the right to deny entry to anyone at its sole discretion

Jumah khutbah: Shaikh Abdullah Hakim Quick

Jumah khutbah: Shaikh Musleh Khan

The Qur'an: Empowerment & Inspiration

Lessons from Surah Al Kahf

Leadership traits of The Prophet

Illumination from the Sahabah

Illumination from the Sahabah

Daily Fajr & Maghrib

IIT is pleased to announce limited opening for Salaatul Fajr & Maghrib on a daily basis, in compliance with the Government of Ontario's allowance for amp;gradual reopening of places of worship.

Registration must be done daily to ensure we have updated information.

Attendance will be allowed only for those who have pre-registered and have been screened for COVID-19 symptoms through the registration process.

Registration is open to both brothers and sisters and is required to ensure compliance with the law, and to facilitate contact tracing.

Gates will be closed 10 minutes before prayer begins so please arrive early to check in. Please check Fajr & Maghrib prayer timing at islam.ca

IIT Ball Hockey League - 2020-2021 SEASON CANCELLED

Salams all. Due to the recent spike in COVID infections and what looks to be the start of a new wave, we have decided to no longer entertain hopes of a January start to the season. As a result, the entire 2020-2021 season has been cancelled. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused, but we know you'll understand why it had to be done.

Please visit iibhl.ca and read the message from the IIBHL Directors for more details... and to stay in touch with all the latest developments regarding the restarting of the league.

2020 Virtual Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup at RougeNUP

Join us virtually for Ecohesian Inc.'s 10th anniversary annual Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup at Rouge National Urban Park supported by Parks Canada, in celebration of 10 years of shoreline champions, World Cleanup Day and World Rivers Day! Streamed at facebook.com/Ecohesian

Together, we'll honour the #Indigenous Peoples of whom this is their ancestral territory since time immemorial, cherish our shared waters, nature, wildlife, and the Rouge, #BeatPollution, and leave a positive legacy for #PeopleAndPlanet with Canada's 1st and only national urban park.