Nov 7
A Regina store is being honoured for outstanding commitment to cultural diversity at the first in a series of national ceremonies during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan.
The Bay in Regina’s Cornwall Centre will receive a certificate of recognition for valuable contributions to multiculturalism Friday, Nov. 7 at 9 am during a staff meeting at the Bay’s main floor mall entrance.
Members of the local Muslim community and representatives of the federal department of Canadian Heritage will be present as manager Jocelyne Lang accepts the award on behalf of The Bay.
The Regina store is one of several Bay, Home Outfitters and Zellers branches across the country displaying posters extending greetings to all Canadians celebrating Ramadan, a sacred time of fasting for Muslims. The poster, on display at the Cornwall Street entrance of Regina’s Bay store, explains that Ramadan is “a celebration of family being together, offering forgiveness and above all, love.” Similar messages are being included in Bay newspaper ads and flyers. A similar campaign was launched for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.
Wade Luzny, Secretary General of the Multicultural Council of Canada, says this cross cultural initiative is a vital and heartfelt message that raises awareness of Islam and incorporates diversity into mainstream and corporate culture.
“It is beautiful,” says Nargis Bhimji, a Regina resident celebrating Ramadan and member of the Canadian Council of Muslim Women. “It will bring our future generations understanding and respect.”
Mrs. Bhimji, CCMW Regina, explained the meaning of Ramadan at the Regina ceremony. Kashif Ahmed, communications director of Muslims for Peace and Justice, read a short passage from the Qur’an in Arabic and provided an English translation and explanation of the importance of diversity and understanding.
April 30
A seminar on "Linguistic ,Dietary, Fait and Belief System of the Muslims coming to Canada"
given by Sr. Nargis Bhimji
at Regina Open door society
April 15 to 16
Naushaba Raised Donation for Cancer Society.
April 9
Elmview Extendicare for Staff - a talk on " Muslim patients : Dietary needs, Death, Dying, Spiritual needs"
by Sr. Nargis Bhimji
March 31
Workshop on "Access to Legal Services for Women in Saskatchewan" hosted by Saskatchewan Action Committee -Status of Women
It involved a workshop regarding neglected legal assistance to women in Saskatchewan to improve the situation here. There were speakers. Hon . Mr. Eric Cline , Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Saskatchewan was an invited guest to listen to the concerns and take action.
Mrs. M. Naushaba Habib ,President, CCMW Regina represented CCMW,Regina
March 31
Workshop on Development of Educational Tool Kit for schools to make students aware of immigrants and their diversity, hosted by Saskatchewan Action Committee -
Status of Women. Mrs. M. Naushaba Habib attende as CCMW, representative
March 31
"Islam" presented by Sr. Nargis Bhimji , Member CCMW to Luther College, Univ. of Regina
March 27
Regina Council of Women, Regina
Attended by Sr. Nargis Bhimji , Member CCMW. to say prayer in their meeting
March 23
Sr. Nargis Bhimji, member of CCMW Regina, was interviewed by Sun Community Journal. She commented on Salient points on Islam, Muslims, and Racial Discrimination. She emphasized the need for people to develop understanding and live in harmony.
March 17
"Islam" presented by Sr. Nargis Bhimji
at Easterhazy, SK. in Multicultural forum
March 10
"Overview of the National Canadian Council of Muslim Women"
to Luther College, Univ. of Regina
February 15
CCMW Regina joined the rally against war against Iraq. It was attended by approximately 2000 people (although the media reported 700). President of the Regina Chapter, Naushaba Habib, was invited as one of the guest speakers to address the rally in City Hall on Saturday, February 15, 2003. The rally marched across the downtown with police escort to facilitate the rally starting from Victoria Park. There was also a city town hall address.
February 8
CCMW Regina participated in Global Citizen Awards night on February 8, 2003, which was organized by SCIC (Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation). The guest speaker was Sen. Mobina Jaffer.
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