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SUMMARY:Canadian Islamic History Month
DESCRIPTION:The federal government launched the first Canadian Islamic History Month in October 2007. In addition to celebrating the longstanding and widespread contributions of Muslim communities to all areas of Canadian society\, the month aims to expand knowledge of the history of Islam within a Canadian context and to deepen understanding of the cultural diversity of local Muslim communities. It also urges nationwide conversations about Islamophobia\, its impacts at an individual and community level\, and actions needed to address Islamophobia in all its forms. Communities of all faiths and backgrounds are encouraged to engage in dialogue about productive strategies to address inclusion and belonging of Muslim communities in Canada. \nEach October\, Ontario additionally marks Islamic Heritage Month\, which since 2017 has been celebrated to mark the contributions of Muslim communities to Ontario’s history and society. A commitment to denounce and oppose Islamophobia is similarly contained in this provincial act\, which emphasizes the importance of reflection and learning to reach\, in its words\, a “new understanding.” \nStatement by Minister Khera on Canadian Islamic History Month \nBill 38\, An Act to Proclaim the month of October Islamic Heritage Month [PDF] \n 
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/canadian-islamic-history-month/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Dates of Awareness
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SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:Rosh Hashanah meaning “head of the year” or “first of the year\,” is the Jewish New Year. It commemorates the creation of the world and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe\, a 10-day period of introspection and repentance that culminates in the Yom Kippur holiday\, also known as the Day of Atonement. \nThis year\, Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset on October 2 and ends at sunset on October 4. A common greeting to mark this occasion of Rosh Hashanah is “Shanah Tovah”\, which means “Good Year.” \nThe central custom of Rosh Hashanah is the blowing of the “shofar\,” a musical instrument\, which serves as a symbolic “wake-up call” to mend one’s ways and repent. The shofar is blown at various points during Rosh Hashanah prayers\, with a total of 100 blasts on each day. During Rosh Hashanah\, many Jews attend synagogue services and recite special liturgy. A special prayer book called the “mahzor” is used and three unique set of prayers known as “malkhuyot” are added to morning service during the holiday. \nDuring Rosh Hashanah\, followers will share a festive meal with family and loved ones to celebrate the new year. It is customary to eat apples dipped in honey to evoke a sweet year ahead. \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
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SUMMARY:Navaratri begins (9-night festival) • Hinduism
DESCRIPTION:A major Hindu holiday\, Navaratri (nine nights) celebrates the victory of good and divine feminine power. Hindu communities globally celebrate this holiday in unique cultural and regional ways. Stories of divine feminine power also vary according to region and Hindu traditions.  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
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