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About Imam Mahdi Islamic Centre

Allah Helps Those Who Help Themselves

Imam Mahdi Islamic Centre serves the Shia Muslim community in Thornhill, Ontario. We offer daily prayers, Qur'an classes, and spiritual guidance rooted in the teachings of Ahl al-Bayt.

Our Vision

To nurture a thriving, knowledgeable Shia community guided by Ahl al-Bayt teachings

Our Mission

Spiritual growth, community service, and spreading justice and compassion

Islamic Education for Children

Home to the Islamic School of Imam Mahdi (Madrasah Islamiyah Imam Mahdi), providing comprehensive Shia Islamic education for our children since 2010.

200+

Students

Majlis & Commemorations

Qur'an Education

Ahl al-Bayt Teachings

Community Development

Activities & Services

Our Community Programs

Marriage / 'Aqd Ceremonies

Marriage / 'Aqd

Hosting nikkāḥ ceremonies and marriage counseling.

Youth Group

Youth Group

Weekly social and educational events for 14–25 year-olds.

Funeral & Janazah Services

Funeral Services

Coordinating janāzah prayers and burial arrangements.

Qur'an & Ḥadīth Studies

Qur'an & Ḥadīth Studies

Classes covering foundational texts and proper recitation.

Educational Programs

Educational Programs

Workshops on Islamic teachings and life skills.

Sports Programs

Sports Programs

Recreational leagues and fitness sessions.

Tournaments

Tournaments

Organizing friendly competitions for community engagement.

Thursdays with Du'ā' Kumāil

Thursdays with Du'ā' Kumāil

Every Thursday at 7:30 PM – recitation and lecture.

Friday Night Majlis

Friday Night Majlis

Every Friday at 8:00 PM – commemorative gathering.

Persian Literature Circle

Persian Literature Circle (ادبیات فارسی)

Monthly poetry/prose discussions from Masnavi and Molavi.

Upcoming Events

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26 Jun 2025

Thu 19:30

Dahe Muharram

First Ten Days of Muharram 1447 AH - Daily majālis and azadari commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (AS) and the tragedy of Karbala.

Muharram Commemoration
05 Jul 2025

Sat 12:00

Zohr Ashura

10th Muharram - Day of Ashura commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS) and the battle of Karbala. Special majlis and azadari programs.

Zohr Ashura

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Community News

Latest from Imam Mahdi Islamic Centre

Dahe Awwal Muharram 1447
05 Jul 2025
Roz-e Ashura wa Arba'in

Shahadat-e Imam Hussain (AS) commemoration with azadari, majlis-e aza, noha khani, and matam. Special ziyarat and du'a programs.

Majlis-e Jum'a
15 Dec 2024
Majlis-e Jum'a wa Ziyarat

Weekly Friday majlis with recitation of Ziyarat Aminullah, wa'z (sermon) about Ahl al-Bayt, and community du'a for marhumeen.

Jashn-e Eid al-Fitr
30 Mar 2025
Jashn-e Eid al-Fitr wa Gala

Community Eid celebration with namaz-e Eid, khutba, traditional Persian nazri, children's programs, and cultural performances.

Du'a Kumayl wa Ziyarat
19 Dec 2024
Du'a Kumayl wa Ziyarat Waritha

Thursday evening gathering for recitation of Du'a Kumayl, Ziyarat Waritha, and supplication for hajat (needs) of community members.

Majlis-e Qira'at wa Hifz
28 Nov 2024
Musabiqe Qira'at wa Hifz-e Qur'an

Annual Qur'an recitation and memorization competition with tajweed evaluation. Students demonstrated mastery of different qira'at styles.

Majlis-e Milad
17 Sep 2024
Majlis-e Milad Imam Mahdi (AS)

Special celebration for the birthday of Imam-e Zaman (AS) with manqabat, na't, distribution of tabarruk, and du'a for his reappearance.