The whole month of Ramadan, in the Islamic calendar, is a time for spiritual reflection, fasting, prayer and acts of kindness. It is believed to have been the time when Allah first revealed His communications to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). With the coming of the first moon of Ramadan, Muslims in Edmonton prepare for this auspicious period by adjusting our schedules to Suhur and Iftar times in Edmonton.
This guide for Edmonton provides the Suhur and Iftar time for Muslims who want to do their religious duties and be joined together in prayer with others in the community. As the sun sets each evening, families and friends come together to break their fast, giving thanks for all of blessings bestowed upon them.
Thursday, January 16, 2025
For Sehri and Iftar, Muslims who belong to the Fiqh Hanafi (the Hanafi school of thought) calculate according to the location of the sun. Fajr is when the fast begins, and Maghrib is when it is broken. Please check the timings with reliable local mosques or online Ramadan calendars.
Schedule Your Sehri and Iftar Menus: Relate to healthy dinners throughout your sehri to earn power for the day.
Engage in Community Events – Boost your Ramadan spirit by going to local mosques and participating in the Taraweeh prayers and the local Iftars.
Drink Water: The weather in Edmonton is cooler than you might expect, and outfights for WAS are important to health, but make sure to drink enough water outside the fasting hours.
Embrace Tech: Install Ramadan applications to monitor prayers, Sehri and Iftar timings.
Ramadan can be a time for reflection and relaxation and Edmonton has both natural elements and attraction elements to offer. Here is a guide to a few places in Edmonton to check out this holy month:
Iftar — which is the meal eaten by Muslims at sundown to break their fast — is the time for families to go out to enjoy dining at one of North America largest shopping and entertainment centre, West Edmonton Mall. A great destination for Eid shopping and relaxing with your family, it has indoor water parks, an ice rink and never-ending shopping options.
A perfect place to bring your family for post Iftar strolls or simply to ponder in nice quiet ambience during the month of Ramadan. Its beautiful lake and park areas are relaxing.
Muttart Conservatory, Edmonton: Beautiful botanical greens located in unique glass pyramids. Reminding you of the loveliness of our creation, a visit to this tranquil space will perhaps inspire you during this Ramadan.
If you want a taste of previous centuries, head to Fort Edmonton Park, a unique glimpse into the city’s deep history. In Ramadan, where community, gratitude, and appreciation are the essence of life, visiting can be a wake-up call, aidbook.
Only a short drive from the city lies Elk Island National Park, a haven of tranquility. Ideal for post-Iftar deep thinking or family outdoor picnics, offering tranquil views and stargazing opportunities.
Al-Rashid Mosque, a historical landmark to Edmonton Muslims and Canada’s first mosque. It becomes a center of spirituality and and serves Taraweeh prayers, communal Iftars, and organize several community events especially during the month of Ramadan.
Check local sources — mosques, Islamic centers, or Dar Al Quran websites that declare the timing of daily prayer and fasting in your city.
Fajr and Maghrib times are based on when the sun is at certain locations in the sky, which is based on a cities latitude and longitude. Edmonton Iftar and Sehri timings are based on its geographic location.
Yes! Mosques in Edmonton, including Al-Rashid Mosque, hold community events like Taraweeh prayers, Quran recitations, charity drives and group Iftars.
Ramadan Timings: Visit city-wise pages or local mosque to check Sehri and Iftar timings as Ramadaan schedules are updated.
Because they are basically neighbors, the time difference between the two is only sometimes a few minutes (if any) apart. But this should be closest to exact, though city specifics are best to go by.
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, a holy month during which Muslims around the world unite to practice gratitude and reflection. With plenty of local mosques hosting community events and nature areas you can traverse at your leisure, Edmonton has no shortage of ways to take advantage of the holy month. Be in the know no matter whether you are observing Ramadan in the city or enjoying its serene suburbs, with correct Sehri and Iftar timings.
Have a blessed, peaceful and spiritually uplifting Ramadan — to you and your family. Fwd: Spread Ramadan in Edmonton: A guide for family and friends to know what to expect
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