Amongst the diverse communities residing in the city, the Dawoodi Bohra families, though small in number, are an integral part of Calgary. The first residents arrived here during the early seventies. These pioneers played an important role in supplying the world with crude oil.
Who we are
The Dawoodi Bohras residing in Calgary hail from all parts of the world including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Tanzania, Kenya and Yemen among others. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they are all united by their love for the country and dedication to the betterment of Calgarian society. The community consists of doctors, engineers, geologists, accountants, educationalists, other professionals and of course entrepreneurs. A large number of residents run their own businesses.
The Dawoodi Bohra community here has grown significantly over the last decade. Calgary has been a welcoming home to the Bohras and provides them with opportunities for growth and prosperity. During the last three years, the community has become more visible as a result of its active participation in local philanthropic initiatives and its engagement with members of Parliament, members of the Legislative Assembly as well as local aldermen in the interest of socio economic progress.
Our Markaz
The Dawoodi Bohras in Calgary number about 400 people constituting about a hundred families. There is a community center in Calgary where they congregate to practice their faith. The congregation benefits from services like daily prayers, religious ceremonies, faith based learning, a hall for private occasions, national and regional holiday celebrations and other meetings. Our community kitchens facilities provide daily meals to our members, as well as supplies and donations to various food charities such as The Mustard seed and the Salvation Army.
Community News
Social Media
In line with the @UN_Women's theme for #IWD2023 "DigitALL", a member of the #Canada @Dawoodi_Bohras discusses how the digital entrepreneurship & support of the community's women helps empower other women in their pursuit of e-commerce & digital education.
Digital Entrepreneurship in Dawoodi Bohra Women Shows How Religious Communities can Empower Women
Arwa Husain is a PhD candidate in the Department of Religions and Cultures at Concordia University, and 2022-23 Co...
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Women of the #DawoodiBohra faith have the distinctive ability to balance the aspirations of modern life while staying true to their traditional values. They succeed in multiple roles in their professional, family & community lives. #InternationalWomensDay
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Congratulations to Mustafa Raja, a 16 year old student from the #DawoodiBohras of #Vancouver, who won the 2023 U16 Tennis B.C. Indoor Provincial Champion in both singles & doubles. Mustafa now heads to @Tennis tournaments in Mexico & USA.
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The @Dawoodi_Bohras of #Mississauga were pleased to join MP @rechievaldez in the Coldest Night of the Year walk over the weekend. Participants walked 5 KM to raise funds and awareness for local charities serving residents experiencing homelessness & hunger.
Thank you @rechievaldez for visiting Dr Sakeena’s clinic. We are proud that - with family and walk-in doctors and a pharmacy - Aafiyat Medical Centre will be well-equipped to care for the needs of everyone in the community.
For this #SundayScoop, we are visiting Aafiyat Medical Centre in #Mississauga and getting a #behindthescenes look before and after they opened.
Aafiyat means well-being; to be safe and secure.
They are a Walk-In Medical Clinic that has #family doctors to serve our families!