The BC Muslim Association - Richmond, BC

Located on Richmond's "Highway to Heaven," the BC Muslim Association's Masjid al Salaam serves as a vital community hub for Muslims and a center for interfaith engagement. More than just a place of worship, this active mosque is a community anchor that fosters spiritual growth, provides essential services, and promotes understanding. With a focus on education for all ages and programs that strengthen family and youth bonds, it represents a welcoming, vibrant, and inclusive spirit.

Key features

Community-centric programs

Education: The mosque offers religious teachings, Quranic studies, and Islamic studies for various age groups, including dedicated programs like "The Blueprint" for new and returning learners.

Youth Engagement: Regular events such as the "Brothers' Link-Up" program and "Faith Under the Stars" night camps create opportunities for young people to build friendships and connect with their faith.

Family Services: It offers dedicated programs for seniors, as well as for mothers and young children ("moms and tots"), and provides crucial life-stage services like marriage and funeral arrangements.

Interfaith Dialogue: As part of the BCMA, the mosque engages with interfaith groups, using an "Open Doors" approach to foster dialogue and understanding with the wider community.

Architectural elements

Functional Design: The mosque's interior includes a dome and a mihrab (a niche indicating the direction of Mecca). The mihrab is specifically designed to project sound, ensuring the Imam's voice is clearly heard by the congregation.

Accessibility: As a modern place of worship, the mosque is committed to being accessible to all community members.

Educational and outreach initiatives

Partnership with BC Muslim School: The BCMA operates the BC Muslim School in Richmond, a K-7 institution that provides a high standard of education rooted in Islamic values, including perseverance, excellence, commitment, and knowledge.

Open Visitation: The mosque welcomes visitors, including high school students, for educational tours to learn about Islam.