Throughout Canada as we speak, almost two million Muslims are coming collectively to have fun the joyous event of Eid al-Fitr, marking the top of Ramadan, a month of fasting, reflection, and gratitude.
Right here in Montreal, Hilm and the Canadian Youth Improvement Centre organized an Eid prayer for neighborhood members and their households at Olympia reception halls in Dollard-des-Ormeaux within the West Island of Montreal, on Friday.
“I really like every little thing about Eid. I really like the gatherings, the sweets, the cash, simply displaying the love and the sense of celebration after the month of fasting,” stated Shuaa Basalom, who was current for the Eid celebration.
Children who have been additionally on the reception stated their favourite a part of Eid was dessert and presents.
One stated, “For me, it’s seeing my household, everybody, and getting collectively the place it’s calm and peaceable.”
One other stated they have been most trying ahead to “hanging out with my cousins and doing a sleepover, it’s like a practice. My aunt’s ceremonial dinner.”
