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The story of the Canadian Council of Muslim Women begins in 1982 when a group of dynamic and devoted Muslim women from across the country congregated in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Led by the late Dr. Lila Fahlman, these women sought to mobilize their passion for social justice and faith in order to enrich their communities and work towards the common good of Canadian society. This inaugural meeting led t

o the establishment of what is now known as CCMW and for the past 30 years its proud and accomplished roster of members have achieved and continue to achieve great milestones for Muslim Women and Canada’s multicultural landscape. A highly diverse organization, CCMW is firmly committed to the overarching vision of improving the status of women and empowering Muslim Women to remain true to their Islamic heritage and Canadian identity.

06/04/2026

🎓 CCMW Scholarship Applications Are Now Open!

The Canadian Council of Muslim Women is proud to offer three scholarships designed to help reduce financial barriers for Muslim women pursuing post-secondary education in Canada:

✨ Alia Hogben Scholarship
✨ Lila Fahlman Scholarship
✨ Black Muslimah Shining Scholarship

These awards recognize students who demonstrate academic commitment, leadership, and meaningful community involvement. Through these scholarships, CCMW continues its commitment to advancing equity, education, and leadership while investing in the next generation of changemakers.

If you are a Muslim woman pursuing post-secondary studies in Canada, we encourage you to apply.

Application deadline is July 17, 2026. Learn more at ccmw.com/scholarships

06/03/2026

CCMW LAW is building a roster of Ontario family lawyers who are committed to providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and client-centred legal services to Muslim women experiencing family law challenges and/or gender-based violence. Please complete the form to be considered for inclusion on our referral roster. For all inquiries, please email [email protected].

Join the roster: https://form.jotform.com/261185484980265

06/01/2026

We are proud to announce the theme for the 2026 Women Who Inspire Awards:

“Shaping What’s Next: Muslim Women Leading Canada Forward”

This year’s theme celebrates the leadership, innovation, resilience, and impact of Muslim women who are helping shape the future of our communities and our country.

Do you know a Canadian Muslim woman who embodies this theme? Nominate her for the 2026 WWI Awards before June 12th!

🔗 ccmw.com/scholarship/women-who-inspire-awards-2026/

05/30/2026

Join us for an important community conversation, Understanding the Current War in Sudan. The current war in Sudan, which erupted on April 15, 2023, has become the world’s largest displacement crisis and one of the most devastating humanitarian crises globally. This virtual event will create space for learning, reflection, and meaningful dialogue about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan and its impact on Sudanese communities around the world.

📅 Thursday, June 11th
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💻 Zoom, registration required: https://www.ccmw.com/event/understanding-the-current-war-in-sudan/

05/28/2026

Do you know a Muslim woman who is changing the game? Nominate her for the 2026 Women Who Inspire Awards!

Since 2007, the Women Who Inspire Awards have celebrated Canadian Muslim women creating impact through leadership, advocacy, innovation, and community work.

🗓️ Nominations close June 12th
🔗 Submit your nomination: ccmw.com/scholarship/women-who-inspire-awards-2026/

05/27/2026

The Canadian Council of Muslim Women extends our heartfelt wishes to you and your loved ones for a blessed and joyous Eid al-Adha.

Eid al-Adha is a sacred reminder of faith, sacrifice, compassion, and our deep commitment to serving one another with sincerity and care. As communities gather in prayer and celebration, we reflect on the values that unite us: generosity, resilience, justice, and mercy.

May this Eid bring peace to your homes, healing to those who are struggling, and hope to communities around the world facing hardship and injustice. We pray that Allah (SWT) accepts the ibadah and sacrifices of all those performing Hajj and honours the prayers and intentions of our entire community.

Eid Mubarak from all of us at CCMW. May your days be filled with blessings, love, and togetherness.

05/24/2026

Nominations for the 2026 Women Who Inspire Awards are closing soon!

Do you know a Muslim woman who is making an impact, uplifting others, and leading change in her community? Let us know!

🗓️ Nominations close June 12th
🔗 Submit your nomination: ccmw.com/scholarship/women-who-inspire-awards-2026/

05/23/2026

Join CCMW’s Healing & Wisdom Circles, a reflective community space rooted in storytelling, connection, and collective care. Building on the work initiated by Dr. Samar Zebian, this next chapter invites participants to share lived experiences and explore weekly themes through guided conversation.

Grounded in the rich tradition of storytelling within Muslim communities, this circle honours lived experiences as vital sources of knowledge and understanding. Together, we create space to challenge narrow definitions of “valid” knowledge and reconnect with our stories as powerful tools for healing, awareness, and belonging.

This session will be facilitated by Maryam Faisal, Case Manager and Psychotherapist at CCMW’s Muslim Women’s Legal and Community Support Clinic.

Register here: https://ccmw.zoom.us/meeting/register/1EscZmevRvmZc6y-iNplZA #/registration

05/22/2026

🎧 Episode 4 of Injustice & Insight is live: “Banned for Belief – The Fight Against Bill 21.”

Hannan Mohamud speaks with Harini Sivalingam, Samaa Elibyari, and Shaheen Ashraf to break down Quebec’s Bill 21, its human impact, and the legal battle for religious freedom.

Listen to the full conversation at ccmw.com/podcasts/injustice-insight/

05/21/2026

Join CCMW LAW (Legal Advocacy for Women) for an informative webinar exploring domestic contracts through Canadian and Muslim family law frameworks.

This session is designed for Ontario lawyers, social service providers, and Muslim women looking to deepen their understanding of culturally competent support and advocacy.

🗓 June 3, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EST
💻 Virtual Webinar

Facilitated by family lawyer Kainat Rana and international human rights lawyer Fer Ghanaa Ansari.

Registration required: https://ccmw.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-HJ_eVPIR9qtvUD6TNNqcw #/registration

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