Jama’at Ahmadiyya Calgary has been organizing annual outreach initiatives across northern communities in Alberta, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories, bringing the peaceful teachings of Islam to remote regions of the country. These journeys aim to share the message of peace, promote interfaith understanding, and foster lasting relationships with community leaders, educators, and Indigenous communities.
A key initiative in this effort is the North Tabligh Tour, launched in 2008. Each year, a committed team of volunteers travels thousands of kilometres to host Voices for Peace conferences—interfaith gatherings where individuals of diverse beliefs come together with a spirit of respect, dialogue, and mutual learning.
A team of seventeen members, led by Respected Summiullah Zafar Sahib (Sadr, Calgary West), departed on the evening of September 19. Before departure, following the Asr prayer, Respected Majeed Ahmad Sahib, Local Amir Calgary, reminded the team of the spiritual purpose of the journey and led a silent prayer. The team’s first stop was in Edmonton, where they were warmly welcomed and hosted at Baitul Hadi Mosque.
This year’s tour took place from September 19 – 22, 2025. Despite challenges caused by ongoing wildfire evacuations in various northern communities, three successful interfaith programs were held in Grande Prairie (Alberta), Peace River (Alberta), and Yellowknife (Northwest Territories).