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2005-05-(18-21) Ottawa
2004, May 21: He didn't attract as much attention as the Dalai Lama. He rarely does. But by the time he had slipped in and out of Ottawa on his private jet, the Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's 15 million Imami Ismaili Muslims, had given the city, and the country, a major gift. The Geneva-born imam, who is now based just outside Paris, has announced the creation of the Global Centre for Pluralism, which will be based in Ottawa.
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2004-06-18 Toronto
2004, June 18: TORONTO - The biggest global threat is not failed states but failed democracies, the Aga Khan told a graduating class at the University of Toronto yesterday afternoon. The 49th hereditary spiritual leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslims appealed to the class of teacher graduates at Convocation Hall yesterday to instil in their students the virtues of pluralism, meritocracy and civil society - three pillars on which successful democracies are built.
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UN High Commissioner for Refugees visits Delegation of Ismaili Imamat calls for action on climate-caused displacement 2022-05-09
Posted February 24th, 2024 by librarian-hd
Ottawa, Canada, 9 May 2022 – The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi called for action to tackle climate change – a major factor contributing to the world’s worsening refugee crisis.
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Prince Hussain visits FON Exhibition in Montreal-In Conversation with Hussain Aga Khan and Dax Dasilva
Posted February 4th, 2024 by librarian-hd
About this event
Join us for a conversation between Hussain Aga Khan, Founder, Focused on Nature and Dax Dasilva, Founder, Age of Union, as they discuss their passion for conservation, as well as share their experiences around their mission to inspire and educate audiences and to support global conservation efforts.
Through the power of art, Age of Union and Focused on Nature are partnering to showcase the beauty and splendour of our oceans to raise awareness of the urgency and necessity to protect and conserve our natural heritage and resources.
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Speech by His Highness The Aga Khan at the Lafontaine Baldwin Symposium, Toronto 2010-10-15
Hazar Imam speaking at the Lafontaine Baldwin Symposium held in Toronto, Canada October 15, 2010
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In the Aga Khan Garden: Seeking paradise in a garden 2024-01-21
Posted January 21st, 2024 by librarian-hd
Toronto park inspired by Mughal gardens
Toronto's newest park, designed by Vladimir Djurovic, is a serene seven-hectare garden inspired by Islamic gardens, featuring more than a thousand trees, reflecting pools and a walking path.
It might be buried in snow right now, but there's a unique garden in Toronto that's worth a visit at any time of year, even in winter. The Aga Khan Park is Toronto's newest park, designed by Lebanon-based landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic.
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Road to Toronto
Video displays the excerpts of speech by His Highness The Aga Khan. Also the museum's collections that are shown around the world
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Trudeau, Poilievre greet the Aga Khan on his birthday 2023-12-13
Posted December 14th, 2023 by librarian-hd
PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday issued the following statement on the birthday of the Aga Khan:
“Today, we join millions of Shia Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world to celebrate the 87th birthday of their spiritual leader, His Highness the Aga Khan.
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Speech by Princess Zahra Aga Khan at the 2023 Global Pluralism Award 2023-11-14
Posted November 26th, 2023 by librarian-hd
VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2023/2023-11-14-gcp-speech-princess-zahra.m...
Bismillah-ir-Raheman-ir-Rahim
Your Excellencies, distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen.
It is my great pleasure to welcome you on behalf of His Highness the Aga Khan and the entire Board of the Global Centre for Pluralism to the 2023 Global Pluralism Award.
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Princess Zahra speaking at the 2023 Global Pluralism Award ceremony held in Ottawa, Canada 2023-11-14
The Global Pluralism Award recognizes pluralism in action. Presented every other year to individuals, organisations, governments and businesses from around the world, the Award celebrates the inspiring and brave work that is helping to build more inclusive societies where diversity is valued and protected.
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Global Pluralism Award 2023 2023-11-14
Posted November 25th, 2023 by librarian-hd
Princess Zahra, Board Member for the Global Centre for Pluralism, attended the Global Pluralism Award ceremony held in Ottawa on November 14.
The Global Pluralism Award recognizes pluralism in action and celebrates the inspiring and brave work that is helping to build more inclusive societies where diversity is valued and protected.
Winners were selected by a jury of international experts from a range of disciplines and backgrounds, including foreign affairs, philanthropy and human rights.
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Global Pluralism Award 2023 2023-11-15
Posted November 25th, 2023 by librarian-hd
Princess Zahra, Board Member for the Global Centre for Pluralism, attended the Global Pluralism Award ceremony held in Ottawa on November 14.
The Global Pluralism Award recognizes pluralism in action and celebrates the inspiring and brave work that is helping to build more inclusive societies where diversity is valued and protected.
Winners were selected by a jury of international experts from a range of disciplines and backgrounds, including foreign affairs, philanthropy and human rights.
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Diwan pavilion earns international awards 2023-10-19
Posted October 19th, 2023 by librarian-hd
The Diwan at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden, a year-round pavilion and event space, has won two international awards for its design.
The Diwan has been awarded a 2023 International Architecture Award in the category of Exposition Centres, and a gold certification in the category of Public Building / Cultural Building from Grand Prix Du Design.
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Prince Amyn Aga Khan attended the Lapis Ball at the Aga Khan Museum, Toronto 2023-09-27
2023, September 27: Prince Amyn Aga Khan met Elizabeth Dowdeswell on Wednesday. The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell is the 29th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. As the representative of His Majesty The King, Ms. Dowdeswell carries out constitutional and ceremonial duties and facilitates healthy citizen and community engagement. In the past, The Lieutenant Governor has addressed the opening the Aga Khan Museum’s exhibition, The World of the Fatimids. Her Honour is honorary patron of the museum.
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