A Message from the Chair of the Board Asalamualaikum (Peace be with you), Though I am in my first year as Chair of the Muslim Association of Canada’s Board of Directors, what impresses me most in this privileged position is the commitment and keen sense of purpose of our members, the dedication of our volunteers, and the generosity of our donors regardless of their own financial situation. I believe the reason for this support is two-fold. First, MAC’s national footprint and reputation as a committed non-profit faith-based organization with a visible grassroots presence delivering programs and services that meet the needs of the communities. Secondly, MAC’s focus on youth and families over the years, as the foundation for building healthy and productive communities, is getting us noticed. We are constantly seizing opportunities to expand our programs and services and to collaborate with individuals and organizations. That comes with experience, commitment, and a clear sense of purpose. Building a generation of youth who will be future leaders, and stable families who are productive and contributing members of society is a formidable task. With your continued support and by working together, we can do it one day at a time. Wa alaikumasalam (Peace be with you), Abu Nazir Chairman
A Message from the Executive Director It is our pleasure to share with you our Annual Report 2014 - 2015. MAC had another great year as exemplified in the solid performance on the organization’s key priorities. Committing to the premise that stronger communities are built when people living in those communities can interact and participate in quality programs that meet their social, spiritual, cultural and recreational needs, MAC continued to invest in our children, youth, and communities. Indeed, our programs are growing in reach and scope, and our investment in our communities is bearing fruit. Our daily efforts in delivering tangible and meaningful value forms the core tenet in our commitment to you. Welcoming hundreds of youth into safe and welcoming community spaces every week, providing quality options for parents to send their children to, and creating community hubs where thousands of people meet, work and play every week are some of the services you can count on. It is the support, enrichment and impact our efforts provide to the lives of those we are serving is the most rewarding and empowering for our members, volunteers, and staff. Our measure of MAC’s social impact is determined by how effectively we leverage our national reach to deepen our presence in local communities. MAC provides inspired leadership and a strong voice in the community. This had put great demands on MAC. As we recognize that role, we spent considerable time in 2015 to strategize for the next 4 year term to steer the organization to the path of growth and sustainability. Indeed, we look for a day when our community will be held as an exemplary community and sharing the essence of what a true community of faith ought to be. For this to succeed, we need to partner with our volunteers, donors, neighbors, government officials, community partners, and civic leaders. We invite you to be part of this journey. Yours, Sharaf Sharafeldin Executive Director