Wherein Quebec makes an indecent proposal, and the rest of Canada...
Laura Morlock
Back in September I had the opportunity to attend a panel discussion at Carleton University in Ottawa discussing Quebec’s proposed Charter of Values. I’ve been spending...
More complicated than ∫Integration? It’s Reintegration!
Socheata Poum
It is exactly one month and five days from today before I have to leave Canada and go back to Cambodia. There are...
Worship of pseudo-gods
Alan Godlas
God does not change the condition of a people until they change what is within their selves (Qur'an Surat al-Ra'd 13:11) InnAllaha la...
An outsider’s Eid experiences and reflections
Prof. Dr. Michel Desjardins
I study and teach about religion. All kinds, past and present, large and small. Laurier has been my academic home for...
The Hajj: Its Spiritual Meaning and Aspects of Worship
Mehmet Ozalp
As one of the most spectacular religious assemblies in the world, the annual Muslim hajj (pilgrimage) to Mecca is more than just visiting...
If Only I Know You, My Heart…
Sumayya B. Sharaf
"Hello my heart, I am your neighbor in this body," said my soul. "How are you? Why do you hurt today?"
After that...
How To Listen To Your Life
Humayun Mujahid
All the inspirational material we find around us—poetry, fiery speeches, wise quotes—warns us never to feel down or disappointed. They claim that by...
A Rationale For Tolerance
Firat Kocol
My dearest friend,
This time, with your permission, I won't be talking about the last two weeks that I have spent in this alien...
Lori-Ann Livingston: What does Canada mean to me?
Lori-Ann Livingston, The Circle
It’s taken me awhile to sit down and put thoughts to paper about this topic. I am so grateful to live in...
Reflection on Ramadhan
Shafiq Hudda
Islamic Humanitarian Services
Ramadhan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a time of deep spiritual up-liftment and reflection. Amongst the blessings...