Weekly Announcements - Construction Updates, Annual Fundraising Dinner, & More
Updates for August 15, 2025
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In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
NEW / IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THIS WEEK
Alhamdulillah, our community came together for the ISK Summer Bazaar in support of the mosque extension project. We sincerely thank everyone who attended, donated, and volunteered to make the event a success. Special thanks to the local businesses, vendors, and restaurants who supported the event: Dingalings, NaanStop Express, Popeyes, Pizza Pizza, Kabab 44, Rooster Shack, and Limestone Kabab House. May Allah (SWT) bless them all and grant them continued success. Ameen.
Alhamdulillah, a total of $13,588.02 was collected on the day, all of which will go toward the mosque extension project.
Here are the latest construction updates:
Recent achievements:
Structural framing has started (photo attached)
Stair foundations complete (photo of formwork attached)
Existing sidewalk removed to make room for the new design (photo attached)
Septic tank system installation is on hold pending Ministry of Environment approval (photo attached of tanks in ground)
Link slab poured, framing is underway with the main building
Excavation sifting of building and septic excavation materials complete
Production of special Kalwall windows is pending drawing review, material sample approval, and as-built dimensions
Next steps:
Truss delivery scheduled for Monday, Aug. 18
Structural framing will continue over the coming weeks
Next city inspection will be at completion of framing
We invite you to follow our YouTube channel, where we have been sharing timelapse videos of the construction:https://www.youtube.com/@islamicsocietykingston
You can support the expansion project by donating through:
donorchoice.ca/kingstonmuslims/iskextension
launchgood.com/kingstonextensionproject
e-transfer:[email protected]
Mark your calendars! Our annual fundraising dinner will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025. We will be sharing more details next week, including how to purchase tickets, so stay tuned and keep an eye out.
Alhamdulillah, we are excited to begin another school year of the ISK Evening and Weekend School programming, providing youth in our community with access to Islamic education after school and on the weekends.
To view the Welcome Package, please visit:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19xijbqu2Cs8JUhkPeMJLqKV3FlYVVoZi/view?usp=drivesdk
To register, please use this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeM3KeCYPyN271-s9ntdBwZZ72z5Fu9TiOfD3MPL4Q6DZNEJg/viewform
For brief details on pricing and timelines, please see the attached poster. If you have any questions, please contact Sister Eram [email protected]
We are honored to welcome Sister Uzma Ahmed to Kingston for a special community talk addressing a critical topic facing Muslim families today: raising children with strong Islamic values in an ever-challenging world.
Date and Time: Monday, August 18, 2025, from 7:009:00 pm
Location: Islamic Society of Kingston, 1477 Sydenham Rd.
About the Speaker:
Uzma Ahmed is the Director of Education and Training at the Institute of Integrated Knowledge, Hartford, USA. She holds a BSc Hons. in International Relations from the University of London, an MA in International Relations from Queen Mary University of London, and a Diploma in Islamic Education.
With 25 years of experience as an Educational Consultant, Primary School Principal, Curriculum Developer, Researcher in Islamic Education, and Teacher Trainer, she has worked with schools worldwide. She also conducts courses in Quran Tafsir, Sirah, Islamic history, and personal development, and speaks on contemporary Islamic issues in the Muslim world. She has authored primary-level English textbooks and reading books, and her expertise lies in curriculum design, teacher development, and helping communities bridge the gap between deen and dunya in the classroom and at home.
All are welcome. Bring your family and friends. Light refreshments and pizza will be provided.
Join us for an evening of self-defense training on Friday, August 22, from 6:007:30 pm. This class will teach practical skills to help you protect yourself, build confidence, and stay safeall in a supportive, women-only environment.
Location: Islamic Society of Kingston
What to bring: Comfortable clothing and a water bottle
Register here:https://forms.gle/TJMM8jbErGMeT6Hd8
Alhamdulillah, Manar Academy, our local full-time Islamic school, has opened registration for the new school year starting this fall. The school is excited to welcome many more students, inshaAllah, and continues to provide high-quality academic education in an Islamic environment.
If you have children from Kindergarten to Grade 8, we invite you to register using this link:
https://forms.gle/jVudyPS1uZRS5tKq9
Every Sunday from 4:00PM to 5:30PM, community members gather outside City Hall at 216 Ontario Street to offer dawah to the wider Kingston community. Alhamdulilah, So far, many dedicated volunteers have contributed their time and effort to share knowledge and build connections with the wider community.
To grow this important work and expand dawah efforts throughout Kingston, more volunteers are needed. Trainings and ongoing support are provided to help you feel confident and prepared.
Together, we can strengthen our community outreach and invite more community members into the fold of Islam, inshaAllah.
For more information or to get involved, please reach out to [email protected].
Calling all sisters with a love for volleyball! Whether youre a beginner or returning to the game after a break, join us every Sunday at 6 PM at the Woodbine Beach volleyball courts for a fun and supportive evening.
Our group welcomes sisters of all ages and skill levels. We play, encourage one another, and share tips to help everyone enjoy the game and improve together.
If you have any questions or want to join, please reach out to Sister Rebecca at[email protected].
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