Mission Statement
The Islamic Association of Nova Scotia (IANS), Canada is a registered, non-profit, volunteer organization that provides support and services to the Muslim community of Nova Scotia for its religious and social needs. The Association administers the masajid (mosques) in Dartmouth, Pictou County and Truro, Nova Scotia and maintains the Muslim cemetery in Truro.
Latest News
Eid Announcement
April 20, 2023
The Imam Council of Nova Scotia has annouced that Eid al Fitr will be on Friday, April 21st.
The Eid prayers will be held at the BMO Centre (Soccer Nova Scotia) at 210 Thomas Raddall drive. Please obey parking laws.
The Prayer will be at 9:00AM sharp, takbeer will start at 8:30 am Insha Allah
People coming to Eid prayers are requested to observe the following:
· Bring a prayer mat, and a bag for shoes.
· Perform wudu (ablution) at home.
· Obey the car parking rules.
Absolutely no candies, or food is allowed by the venue.
Quran Tafseer & Classes for Kids Resuming
October 01, 2021
Quran classes for children age 6 and above have started. Classes are Monday to Thursday (4 days)
- Boys and Girls age 6-12 have classes from 430-530pm.
- Boys over 12 have classes from 630pm - 8pm.
Every Friday after Salatul Isha we have Quran Tafseer Halaqah for both Men and Women.
Become an IANS Member!
Wednesday January 22, 2020Membership in the Islamic Association of Nova Scotia is open to any Muslim residing in Nova Scotia. The Islamic Association relies on the annual membership fee and donations to help provide services. These include operations and maintenance of the masajid in Dartmouth (including imam’s salary), Truro and Pictou County. It also arranges Eid prayers, provides kitchen/dining hall facility for functions, arranges funeral services and maintains the cemetery in Truro.
To join the Islamic Association of Nova Scotia, please download the application form. Kindly complete the form and send it to the Islamic Association with the fee and any donations. Thank you.
Monthly Potlucks
First Saturday of every month.Please join us for the monthly potluck, held at the Dartmouth Mosque - 42 Leaman Drive.
The potluck begins after Maghrib prayers.
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