Ramadan in Canada – A Photo Essay - New Canadian Media
A man worships in the mosque of the Az-Zahraa Islamic Centre in Richmond, B.C. during Ramadan — the holy month of fasting. Photo Credit: Samaah Jaffer

Ramadan in Canada – A Photo Essay

It’s been over a week now since Muslims across Canada began observing Ramadan, the holy month in the Islamic calendar, which encourages fasting, charity donation and an increase in religious devotion. From Vancouver to Halifax, many of Canada’s one million Muslims (three per cent of the national population) are refraining from eating and drinking from dawn to dusk. Photojournalist Abbas Somji captures some vivid moments. Please leave this field empty Get smarter about Canada in 5 minutes! 😎 Sign up for stories that most outlets miss. Our best, to you, every Wednesday. We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info. Check

It’s been over a week now since Muslims across Canada began observing Ramadan, the holy month in the Islamic calendar, which encourages fasting, charity donation and an increase in religious devotion. From Vancouver to Halifax, many of Canada’s one million Muslims (three per cent of the national population) are refraining from eating and drinking from dawn to dusk. Photojournalist Abbas Somji captures some vivid moments.

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