An Islamic institution carrying the authentic prophetic legacy
The Islamic Institute of Toronto is more than just your average masjid. It is an Islamic educational haven for Muslims, and is committed to the Prophetic legacy of promoting authentic Islamic education that is relevant to the times in which we live.
- Masjid
- Community space
- Quality islamic education
- Private islamic school
We are building a dedicated masjid space!
At the IIT you can attend daily Salaah (prayer), Jumuah on Fridays, Taraweeh in the nights of Ramadan, Qiyam-ul-layl in the last 10 nights of Ramadan, the Eid prayer, and more!
In 2025, we began our campaign to raise funds to help build a dedicated masjid prayer space. Help us reach that goal!
A space and hub for Muslims in the GTA to gather
Muslims from diverse ethnic backgrounds attend our various programs and events throughout the calendar year in-person and online. Some of our programs such as Jumuah and Saturday Lecture & Iftar feature almost 2,000 people.
The IIT is a state of the art facility features a gymnasium that hosts almost all of our programs and events. If you would like to host your event, you can also submit an application using our facility rental form.
Delivering authentic and high quality Islamic knowledge
Connecting worship of Allah with intellectual development, the IIT is a space for you to engage with highly qualified teachers in thought-provoking lectures, insightful discussions, and informative events.
The IIT offers courses that cover a variety of topics such as Arabic Language, Qur’an recitation, Islamic Jurisprudence, Family and Parenting, Youth Development, and more.
A private elementary school for Muslim students
Founded in 1999, the IIT Academy has grown significantly and now accepts students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 every year.
It’s alumni have gone on to study at some of the top universities in Canada as proud Muslims. Additionally, in 2019 and in 2025, the IIT Academy was ranked 1st in the Fraser report.
Transforming The Lives Of Muslims In The Greater Toronto Area And Around The World
The IIT’s mission is to nurture and establish Islam as a living reality in the lives of Muslims and to enhance the Islamic identity in society at large.
The mission calls for a commitment based on a sincere desire to see positive change in the world around us.
The IIT will work with various organizations and groups, Muslim or not, to promote tolerance, mutual understanding, social justice, civic responsibility, and God-consciousness through the platform of education.
History
Transmitting authentic Islamic knowledge for almost 30 years
A premier Islamic Educational Institution offering post-secondary courses rooted in the Prophetic legacy — authentic, relevant, and alive to the times we live in.
Background
Established in 1996, the Islamic Institute of Toronto is a premier Islamic Educational Institution, located in Toronto Canada offering post-secondary courses in Arabic Language, Islamic jurisprudence, Ethics and Spirituality, Islamic History and Civilization, Comparative Religion and Civic Engagement amongst others.
The IIT is committed to the Prophetic legacy of promoting Islamic education that is authentic and relevant to the times in which we live. Our aim is to develop a solid core of professional teachers who are qualified in both the subject matter and the methods of delivery; who reflect the universal Islamic values in their personal lives and who share the vision of a better world through the Qur’anic imperatives of teaching and learning.
Our education programs are complemented by a wide variety of other social and recreational programs, giving our students and wider community the opportunity to interact and develop together. Children and youth are also given the opportunity and encouraged to volunteer, so that learned concepts come to life in a tangible manner.
Philosophy
View coursesOur philosophy is that the ultimate objective of any worldly endeavor is the achievement of felicity in the next world, therefore we will seek to create harmony between the intellectual, physical, and spiritual dimensions of each individual student.
Our institution will be a safe and respectful place where students, teachers, and community members will work harmoniously to achieve academic excellence and to grow in knowledge, faith and practice; where there is recognition and understanding of the rights of fellow students and teachers, fellow human beings and love for the country in which we live.
We will encourage you to explore our site and to join us on the journey of enlightenment.
Our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Said
"Charity is obligatory everyday on every joint of a human being. If one helps a person in matters concerning his riding animal by helping him to ride it or by lifting his luggage on to it, all this will be regarded charity. A good word, and every step one takes to offer the compulsory Congregational prayer, is regarded as charity; and guiding somebody on the road is regarded as charity."
Sahih Al-Bukhari
The team
Decades of knowledge and experience at your service
Meet the teachers, board members, qurra (reciters), and volunteers who work tirelessly to establish the legacy of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
Shaikh Ahmad Kutty
Resident Scholar
Shaikh Abdool Hamid
Resident Scholar
Shaikh Abdullah Hakim Quick
Resident Scholar
Shaikh Musleh Khan
Resident Scholar
Shaikh Mamoun Hassan
Resident Scholar
Qari Ridwan Jahedar
Reciter
Qari Salem Jahedar
Reciter
Qari Abdul Fattah Jahedar
Reciter
Irfan Khan
Board Member, Volunteer
Sheleza Latif
Board Member, Volunteer
Farhad Khadim
Board Member
Mohamed Mobeen
Board Member
Lifetime bonds are formed when you strive and struggle together
Volunteer
For decades the IIT has thrived because of the dedication and commitment of it’s volunteers. Whether you are passionate about education, community service, event planning, technology, or sports and recreation, your skills could be of great value to the IIT and the broader community. Join us and be a part of the effort in establishing Islam in Canada.
I started to volunteer with the IIT from the time I was 15 years old and have been attending its programs with my family since. I attribute a significant amount of my personal development as a Muslim to what I have learned and witnessed from the IIT scholars and volunteers. Alhamdulillah!
Zakir F.For over 20 years, volunteering at the Islamic Institute of Toronto has been one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences of my life. I’ve had the opportunity to serve in many different capacities, and I’m grateful for the people I’ve met, the experiences I’ve shared, and the chance to contribute to such a meaningful community. It has truly been a privilege to serve, and I look forward to continuing to give back for many years to come.
Adam O.