MUSSLAH
(PRAYER ROOM)
1102 - 15th AVE
COLD LAKE N

Representatives from the Cold Lake Islamic Society proudly display a certificate from the Chamber of Commerce, commemorating 15 years in business.

Millions of Muslims gather from around the world once a year to Mecca, Saudi Arabia to celebrate Haaj - one of Islam's holiest sites.

There are approximately 100 residents of the Lakeland area who are members of the Cold Lake Islamic Society. The ever growing Muslim population in this region reinforces the need for an official mosque in the Cold Lake area.

Ajaz was recently invited to speak to the students of Cold Lake Elementary School about the virtues of Islam and its gentle teachings, promoting tolerance and understanding of different faiths.

On behalf of the Cold Lake Islamic Society, Ajaz Quraishi regularly pays tribute to Canada's fallen soldiers during Remembrance Day services.

As part of the society's ongoing mission of presenting Islam's gentle teachings and promotion of tolerance of all faiths, members attend Cold Lake's Community Registration Day.

A recent invitation for the CLIS President Ajaz Quraishi to perform an Inter-Faith service at Cold Lake's United Church with Reverand David Crosbie was enlightening for all who attended. (photo #1).
This was very similar in nature to an Inter-Faith vigil he held with the congregation from the church at 4 Wing, the local military base (CFB Cold Lake) in 2003, which was also attended by many other local religious leaders. (photo #2)

Cold Lake Islamic Society president Ajaz Quraishi was honoured to have guests from Malaysia while engaging in exercises at CFB Cold Lake in the spring of 2005.

Members of the Cold Lake Islamic Society gathered for the celebration of Ramadan, 2005. This photo was taken during Eid.

CLIS President Ajaz Quraishi was recently asked to present a brief outline of Islam to the local Scouts. Along with the United Church's Reverand David Crosbie, they showed the young pupils the similarities of both Muslim and Christian beliefs. This was all part of the Scouts earning their World Religions badges.

Students at Cold Lake's Assumption Jr/Sr High, a Catholic school, were recently treated to an Inter-Faith presentation, with leaders from a number of religions, including CLIS President Ajaz Quraishi teaching the students about Islam.