OUR STORY
Deep roots.
A continuing purpose.
Traditional Islamic knowledge, shared through the possibilities of today.
Knowledge
is a trust.
Al-Ihsan is an Islamic educational foundation based in Surrey, British Columbia. Its mission is to convey authentic, traditional knowledge using contemporary technology and resources.
Founded by Mufti Aasim Rashid in Montreal in 2003, the institute moved to Surrey in 2009. Its work includes Islamic education, community programs, workshops and scholarly guidance.
Find your place in the story ↗The institute begins in Montreal, originally known as Al-Khayr Institute.
A move to Surrey and the Al-Ihsan Educational Foundation name.
Learning and community, connected through in-person and online education.
Our Progress.
Educational Courses Offered
Students Across Courses
Attendees Across Community Events
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