Ramadan Interfaith Iftar

Registration is only for our guests at this time.

We are looking for volunteers for the Interfaith Iftar 2024.

Interested in volunteering? Please fill out the form below:

The Interfaith iftar is an annual event organized by the Media and Public Engagement Committee of the Islamic Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat (ISIJ) of Toronto. We open our mosque doors to people of different faiths, our colleagues, local government officials, friends and neighbours to share the essence of the holy month of Ramadan.

Looking for more information about the event? Please contact [email protected]

We are pleased to be hosting an Interfaith Iftar on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at the Jaffari Community Centre.

This year’s theme is Together in Peace..

We encourage all community members to take this opportunity to invite some of your friends, neighbours and colleagues to our centre for iftar.

This page contains all the information you need to prepare for the event, including signing up to volunteer for this event, access sample invitation messages you can use to invite others and more.

Sample Invitation Message

Sample Invitation Message from ISIJ of Toronto Community Members

We’ve provided four sample messages for you to choose from and share with your neighbors, colleagues and friends. Select the one that works best for you!

Example 1

Dear …

As you know, I am observing the holy month of Ramadan, where I fast from the break of dawn to sunset. Every year, my mosque, the Jaffari Community Centre, hosts an interfaith iftar(breaking of the fast meal) where we invite our friends, colleagues and neighbours to join us. I’d like to extend an invitation to you to join me on Sunday, March 24, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) and truly experience the essence of Ramadan with me and my community.

We will have a brief gathering with all our guests and participate in some activities (calligraphy, pictures, henna and more), followed by a program with our entire congregation including some remarks by our religious scholar, some interactive activities, prayers and the iftar meal. Ramadan is an opportunity to connect with others and recognized our shared values, spread generosity, kindness and show empathy and it would be an honour to have you there. I hope you can make it!

Please let me know if you have any questions.

If you are able to join me, please sign up at …. https://jcciftar.eventbrite.ca

Warm regards,

…..

Example 2

Hey!

I’d like to invite you to my mosque for an interfaith iftar (breaking of the fast meal) this month of Ramadan. It’s an evening of sharing, generosity and friendship and I’d love to have you there. It’s on Sunday, March 24, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) at the Jaffari Community Centre, 9000 Bathurst Street in the City of Vaughan. Please let me know if you can make it! You can RSVP at https://jcciftar.eventbrite.ca

Thanks,
….

….

Example 3

Salaam / Hi …

On March 24, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), let’s come together and celebrate the month of Ramadan at the annual Interfaith Iftar at the Jaffari Community Centre in Vaughan, where we can learn from one another and share a meal in the breaking of the fast. It’s an evening of strengthening friendships, inspiring conversations and delicious food. I look forward to seeing you there.

https://jcciftar.eventbrite.ca

Sincerely,

…….

Example 4

Salaam / Peace be with you,

My mosque is organizing an interfaith gathering in honour of the month of Ramadan. It’s an opportunity for everyone to come together and enjoy iftar (breaking of the fast meal) together at the Jaffari Community Centre on Sunday, March 24, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). You will get a better understanding of why Muslims fast during Ramadan and enjoy some activities including an exhibition. All are welcome. I hope you can make it.

You can RSVP at https://jcciftar.eventbrite.ca

Thanks,

….

Sample Invitation Message from ISIJ of Toronto Committees

Sample Invitation Message from ISIJ of Toronto Committees

Example 1

Dear …. ,

I would like to warmly invite you to our annual Interfaith Iftar (breaking of the fast) at the Jaffari Community Centre (9000 Bathurst Street, Vaughan) on Sunday, March 24, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.).

At the Iftar, you will have the opportunity to learn a little about our faith and why we fast, participate in some fun activities and enjoy a delicious Iftar meal alongside members of our community. I hope you can make it.

Please RSVP at https://jcciftar.eventbrite.ca and do let me know if you have any questions.

I thank you for your continued support and look forward to countless future opportunities for further collaboration and friendship. I look forward to seeing you soon.

Best regards,

……………

ISIJ of Toronto

Name of committee

Example 2

Salaam Alaikum / Peace be with you

The Jaffari Community Centre cordially invites you to its annual Interfaith Iftar at 9000 Bathurst Street, Thornhill, on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). Please find attached the invitation with more details.

An essential part of the holy month of Ramadan is the spirit of festive sharing. Our community understands and appreciates the importance of coming together in a friendly and amiable environment to strengthen our ties, promote harmony and unite with the commonalities we share. It’s also a chance for all of us to come together and reflect on values we hold dear as Canadians such as compassion, gratitude and generosity.

We would be honoured if you could join us for this annual gathering where you will have the opportunity to learn about our faith and why we fast, our community, participate in some activities and enjoy a scrumptious dinner with our congregation. Let us come together to appreciate our many blessings and friendships.