Every Act of Muslim Joy
is an Act of Resistance
At Edmonton Islamic Academy we’re resisting by redefining what’s possible – and providing future generations with a space to learn with confidence, faith and purpose.
Every donation is an act of resistance
By donating to Exist to Resist, you’re standing proud in your faith and helping build a brighter future for generations to come.
Your gift right now will provide the resources needed to:
- Build a state-of-the-art campus for 1,700 students that embraces 21st century learning
- Protect and celebrate Islamic culture and heritage
- Create a space for the community that facilitates personal and professional growth
Per the guidance of our scholars, this project is Zakat-eligible.
Exist to Resist is
A Reclamation
Resistance is any kind of struggle for good – from the everyday things that make others happy to the actions of our whole ummah.
A Declaration
We are not here to blend in and become like everyone around us, that we are the most beautiful parts of the fabric of our communities.
An Inspiration
Reminding other that just by actively pursuing your passions with doing good you are resisting – and you are already part of a community that does.
Together we Resist. Join us!
Every action—whether in prayer, honoring traditions, or embodying adab and akhlaq—resists narratives that undervalue our faith. Together, we’re fostering confident individuals who celebrate their heritage and work towards a brighter future.
Rooted in Canada’s first mosque – Al Rashid, Edmonton Islamic Academy is more than a school—it’s a movement. We are expanding our campus – as the need in the community grows. Over 1500 children on the waitlist – your support is needed now!
Join us by investing in education and your legacy will continue to benefit generations to come.
$15 million RAISED of our $80 million goal
LEGENDARY RESISTER
MAHMOUD
DARWISH
Examples of resistance defined by different aspects of our identity, encouraging our students to see themselves in these roles.
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