Great Opportunity! GTA Nonprofit Invites Muslim Youth to Learn from Indigenous Canadians.
Conceptualized and conducted by the Muslim-Indigenous Connection (MIC), this program is presented as the “only structured, youth-focused, faith-based Muslim-Indigenous reconciliation curriculum in the world.” It offers young Canadian Muslims a structured framework to learn directly from Indigenous Elders and knowledge keepers.
Scheduled to run from October 1 to November 30, 2026, across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), this two-month immersive initiative invites Muslim youth ages 15 to 30 to move beyond textbook history and engage in firsthand dialogue, place-based learning, and collaborative community action.
Applications for the 2026 program are now open, and the deadline to apply is September 15, 2026.
Why Should Muslims Participate? MIC firmly believes that true solidarity between Muslims and the various Indigenous groups that call Canada home can only come from a genuine understanding of the land and the living histories of the people and cultures that are native to the area.
This belief is underscored by the program’s overarching theme: “Planning for Seven Generations.” This idea emphasizes the importance of current generations living and working for the benefit of the seventh generation in the future, closely aligning with Islamic concepts of accountability, sustainability, and stewardship.
Furthermore, for Canadian Muslims, engaging with Indigenous history is increasingly viewed not just as a civic obligation but as an expression of core faith principles surrounding justice (Źæadl), neighborly duty, and collective responsibility
Mission: The program aims to foster genuine solidarity, deepen understanding of the land and its Indigenous histories, and equip participants with historical context and practical tools for building enduring alliances between Muslim and Indigenous communities.
Curriculum:
– Direct Education & Dialogue: Joint sessions led by Muslim leaders, scholars, and Indigenous Elders to discuss shared values around justice, stewardship, and historical truths.
– Skill Development: Practical training in active dialogue, relationship-building, and cross-cultural communication.
– Experiential Learning: Interactive panel discussions and guided visits to local Indigenous community sites across the region.
– Youth-Led Micro-Projects: Action projects where participants apply their learning to design meaningful reconciliation efforts within their local mosques, schools, and civic circles.
– Graduation Ceremony: A concluding event that recognizes participant leadership and highlights community outcomes.
How to Apply: Prospective participants can apply online at www.micpathway.ca for additional program details.
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