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SUMMARY:Understanding and Supporting Children’s Behaviour
DESCRIPTION:Sound Vision Canada is pleased to offer teachers and parents an exciting learning opportunity with Runda Ebied\, paediatric occupational therapist. \nThe online session will focus on responding to challenging behaviour in children. We will share insights on how to address these behaviours in a way that promotes self-regulation\, strengthens the connection with caregivers\, and fosters healthy development. \nParticipants will gain an understanding of: \n\nThe underlying reasons for children’s behaviour\nClassroom strategies to support students with ADHD\nParenting strategies for holistic support at home\n\nRunda Ebied is a mother and a paediatric occupational therapist. Runda currently works with children with various needs (sensory\, attention\, emotional\, learning\, and physical) and works closely with their families and teachers to support their needs. Runda also has extensive experience working in mental health for individuals across the lifespan. Using a compassionate\, holistic and evidence-based approach in her work\, Runda aims to support children with their various needs\, as well as to empower teachers and parents with the resources\, tools and skills to enable them to better understand and support the needs of the children they are caring for. Runda provides professional development training to teachers across Canada and delivers workshops to parents to equip them with the resources and tools to support their children. Runda is currently in the process of becoming a psychotherapist. \n*IMPORTANT* We will be sharing the Zoom link with registrants via email shortly before the event. If you do not see it in your inbox\, please check your spam folder. To ensure smooth communication\, please add the following to your trusted contacts: \nmarketing@soundvisioncanada.org \ninfo@soundvisioncanada.org \nThe recording and presentation slides will be shared with all those who register\, insha Allah. \nIndividuals facing financial barriers to participation may reach out for assistance. Email: info@soundvisioncanada.org
URL:https://www.soundvisioncanada.org/training/understanding-and-supporting-childrens-behaviour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T190000
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SUMMARY:Qur’an Teaching in Action: From Theory to Practice
DESCRIPTION:Sound Vision Canada is excited to announce another enriching online workshop with Sr. Abir Catovic. The Building a Lifelong Connection with the Qur’an program hosted earlier this year provided a framework for the effective teaching of the Qur’an. Join us for a more hands-on online workshop where various types of lessons will be demonstrated for different age groups. What does a vocabulary lesson typically look like for an elementary level student\, middle school student\, high school student? What about a tafseer session or reflection session? How do you talk about surahs that describe hell or other difficult topics? Participants are encouraged to bring lesson plans to share and discuss and questions that they may have about the Qur’an teaching methodology or teaching challenges that they may encounter while teaching the divine revelation. \nWe look forward to you joining us in this practical workshop that will boost your confidence and knowledge to help you and your students build a lifelong connection with the Qur’an\, insha Allah. \nAbir Catovic has over 30 years of experience in Islamic education. She holds a Master’s in Education Leadership from Harvard University. She developed an early elementary Islamic Studies curriculum\, and co-founded a full-time Islamic school. She has served as religious studies director\, vice-principal\, and principal\, teaching all grades from kindergarten to twelfth. She developed Islamic and Qur’anic Studies curricula for all levels\, created a Prophetic character education program\, and helped establish a two-year Qur’an memorization program that produced over 50 Huffadh. In 2017\, she received the Noor Kids Islamic Teacher Appreciation Award\, recognizing her as one of North America’s top three Islamic educators. Currently\, she works as an education consultant\, board secretary of WISER (Weekend Islamic Schools Educational Resources)\, and an advisor to the Moral Ecology Trust\, a project focused on youth character formation. \n*IMPORTANT* We will be sharing the Zoom link with registrants via email shortly before the event. If you do not see it in your inbox\, please check your spam folder. To ensure smooth communication\, please add the following to your trusted contacts: \nmarketing@soundvisioncanada.org \ninfo@soundvisioncanada.org \nThe recording will be shared with all those who register\, insha Allah. \nIndividuals facing financial barriers to participation may reach out for assistance. Email: info@soundvisioncanada.org
URL:https://www.soundvisioncanada.org/training/quran-teaching-in-action-from-theory-to-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T190000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Role as a Muslim Board Member
DESCRIPTION:Building Stronger Muslim Charities & Masjids in Canada\nSound Vision Canada is excited to announce an online learning opportunity to help build stronger Muslim charities and masjids across the country. Despite the growth and importance of masjids and Muslim charities in Canada\, many boards struggle with lack of formal governance training. This gap often leads to missed opportunities to expand positive community impact. \nOur online training session with Junaid Mirza equips Muslim board members with the knowledge\, tools\, and confidence to lead effectively while fulfilling their religious and civic responsibilities.  \nParticipants will: \n\nExplore board members’ legal\, fiduciary\, and spiritual responsibilities as trustees of community amanah.\nLearn how Shura (consultation)\, transparency\, and accountability align with Canadian nonprofit governance.\nUnderstand the balance between oversight and interference in day-to-day operations.\n\nThe recording and presentation slides will be shared with all those who register\, insha Allah. \nJunaid Mirza is a partner at PwC Canada\, where he leads strategy and consulting for law firms and legal departments. In addition\, Junaid leads PwC Canada’s Entity Governance and Compliance practice\, providing entity and board management services to over 600 entities in Canada. With over 20 years of experience\, Junaid works with boards and executive teams to strengthen accountability\, risk\, oversight\, and financial stewardship. \nJunaid is actively involved in the Muslim community initiatives\, focusing on governance\, excellence\, transparency\, and long-term sustainability. He has served on boards both within and outside the community\, currently serving on the boards of The Muslim Fund and the National Muslim Action Fund. Previously\, Junaid has served on the boards of Muslim Neighbour Nexus\, The Pearson Institute for Progressive Policy\, Working Skills Centre\, Fakih Foundation\, United Way of Halton and Hamilton\, Islamic Finance Advisory Board\, and Multilingual Community Interpreter Services. \nJunaid is also currently pursuing advanced studies in Islamic scholarship\, bringing faith-informed perspectives to institutional leadership and board development. \n*IMPORTANT* We will be sharing the Zoom link with registrants via email shortly before the event (after 5 PM EDT). If you do not see it in your inbox\, please check your spam folder. To ensure smooth communication\, please add the following to your trusted contacts: \nmarketing@soundvisioncanada.org \ninfo@soundvisioncanada.org
URL:https://www.soundvisioncanada.org/training/understanding-your-role-as-a-muslim-board-member/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T190000
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SUMMARY:Closing the School Year with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the end of the school year\, Sound Vision Canada is delighted to offer an online workshop with educational consultant Nadia Aslam\, creating space for educators to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect with the purpose behind what they do each day. Together\, we will look back on the year—what worked\, what challenged us\, and the moments that reminded us why this work matters. Grounded in both strong teaching practice and Islamic values\, the session focuses on nurturing not just academic success\, but also akhlaq\, growth\, and the overall well-being of students. \nWorkshop Special Features: \n\nInteractive and reflection-based\nUse of Padlet to share ideas and experiences\n Opportunities for small group discussion and connection\n\nReflecting with Intention \nTaking time to think about the year—our experiences\, our challenges\, and the impact we’ve had on our students. \nUnderstanding the Student Experience \nConsidering how our classrooms feel from a student’s perspective\, and how we can strengthen connection and engagement. \nCelebrating Every Learner \nShifting how we define success—recognizing effort\, growth\, and resilience. Exploring simple\, meaningful ways to celebrate students who may not always be acknowledged. \nStrengthening Our Practice \nSharing practical strategies to support classroom culture\, engagement\, and inclusive teaching. \nLearning from One Another \nCreating space for teachers to share what has worked in their classrooms and build on each other’s experiences. \nLooking Ahead with Purpose \nSetting clear\, realistic intentions for the upcoming school year—both professionally and personally. \nEducators will gain: \n\n A sense of reflection and renewed purpose.\n Practical strategies they can bring into their classrooms right away.\n Ideas for creating more inclusive and supportive learning environments.\n Simple ways to recognize and uplift all students.\n Clear intentions to guide their work in the year ahead.\n\nPlease note this workshop is designed for K–12 educators and school leaders within Islamic school settings. \nThe recording and presentation slides will be shared with all those who register\, insha Allah. \nNadia Aslam is an educational consultant and instructional leader. She served as vice-principal at ISNA High School from 2012 to 2025 and previously as principal at Al-Falah School.\n\n\n*IMPORTANT* We will be sharing the Zoom link with registrants via email shortly before the event (after 5PM EDT on May 12). If you do not see it in your inbox\, please check your spam folder. To ensure smooth communication\, please add the following to your trusted contacts: \nmarketing@soundvisioncanada.org \ninfo@soundvisioncanada.org \nIndividuals facing financial barriers to participation may reach out for assistance. Email: info@soundvisioncanada.org
URL:https://www.soundvisioncanada.org/training/closing-the-school-year-with-purpose/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T193000
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SUMMARY:Introducing NOOR: Quranic Leadership Framework
DESCRIPTION:Nurture the Spiritual Foundations of Leadership \nEffective leadership begins long before guiding others. It begins with disciplining the heart\, purifying intentions\, and strengthening one’s relationship with Allah.  \nThis interactive workshop explores the Quranic foundations of leadership\, part 1 of a 4-workshop series based on NOOR\, a Quranic Leadership Framework\, to help Muslim leaders cultivate integrity\, emotional discipline\, resilience\, and sincerity in times of pressure and responsibility. \nJoin us for a transformative conversation on how nurturing the soul can illuminate leadership in an increasingly dark world. \nTuesday\, June 2\, 2026\n 7:30 PM Eastern /  6:30 PM Central / 5:30 PM Mountain / 4:30 PM Pacific /  8:30 PM Atlantic \nPresenter: Taha Ghayyur\, Senior VP\, Sound Vision & Certified Leadership Trainer \nWho Should Attend: Current or aspiring leaders in charities\, masjids\, schools\, youth organizations\, MSAs\, or advocacy groups. \nRegistration: FREE \nWe are pleased to share the session’s recording with all registrants. \n*IMPORTANT* We will be sharing the Zoom link via email shortly before the event (after 5PM EDT on June 2). If you do not see it in your inbox\, please check your spam folder. To ensure smooth communication\, please add the following to your trusted contacts: \nmarketing@soundvisioncanada.org \ninfo@soundvisioncanada.org \n 
URL:https://www.soundvisioncanada.org/training/introducing-noor-quranic-leadership-framework/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T190000
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SUMMARY:Nurturing the Heart of the Homeschooling Home
DESCRIPTION:Homeschooling is more than an educational choice—it is a family lifestyle rooted in a dedicated mindset. \nIn this Sound Vision Canada online session with Munazza Mukri\, we will explore: \nThe Homeschooling Family’s Mindset \nHow to set realistic expectations\, avoid burnout\, and cultivate patience while navigating the daily rhythms of homeschooling. \nDe-schooling and Transitioning  \nThe process of de-schooling and transitioning from traditional education to a home-based approach to learning. \nIntegrating Life Skills \nHow everyday experiences can become meaningful learning opportunities by incorporating practical skills such as cooking\, gardening\, household management\, and financial literacy. \nTogether\, we will focus on creating a peaceful\, balanced homeschool environment that nurtures the whole family\, insha Allah.  \nThe workshop is open to homeschoolers\, aspiring homeschoolers\, and all interested community members. \nCan’t join live? The recording and presentation slides will be shared with all those who register\, insha Allah. \nMunazza Mukri is one of the co-founders of Toronto Muslim Homeschoolers (TMH) and has been an educator for over 30 years\, teaching and mentoring hundreds of children and families throughout her career. As an educator\, her passion lies in reviving Muslim identity in children through history\, cultural diversity\, and nature studies. She strives to cultivate a sense of awe\, wonder\, and appreciation for the wisdom and majesty of Allah\, nurturing both the minds and hearts of young learners. Alongside her work in education\, Munazza also runs a small catering business and offers homeschooling workshops and mentoring\, supporting families throughout their educational journeys. She lives in Mono\, Ontario\, with her husband and three children\, ages 24\, 23\, and 16. \n*IMPORTANT* We will be sharing the Zoom link with registrants via email shortly before the event (after 5PM EDT on June 18). If you do not see it in your inbox\, please check your spam folder. To ensure smooth communication\, please add the following to your trusted contacts: \nmarketing@soundvisioncanada.org \ninfo@soundvisioncanada.org \nIndividuals facing financial barriers to participation may reach out for assistance. Email: info@soundvisioncanada.org
URL:https://www.soundvisioncanada.org/training/nurturing-the-heart-of-the-homeschooling-home/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T190000
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SUMMARY:Financial Oversight for Muslim Board Members
DESCRIPTION:Building Stronger Muslim Charities & Masjids in Canada\nSound Vision Canada is excited to offer online learning opportunities to help build stronger Muslim charities and masjids across the country. Despite the growth and importance of masjids and Muslim charities in Canada\, many boards struggle with lack of formal training. This gap often leads to financial mismanagement risks and weakened community trust. \nJoin us for a structured multi-workshop professional development program to address the challenges associated with a lack of training.  \nOur upcoming online training session with Junaid Mirza equips Muslim board members with the knowledge\, tools\, and confidence to lead effectively while fulfilling their religious and civic responsibilities in financial oversight. This session marks the first in our series: Financial Stewardship & Compliance for Muslim Not-for-Profit Boards.  \nOn June 24\, 2026\, you will participate in a training workshop designed to help you: \n\nGain confidence in reading budgets\, financial statements\, and audit reports.\nUnderstand your role in approving budgets and monitoring spending.\nLearn to ask the right questions to safeguard community funds.\n\nThe recording and presentation slides will be shared with all those who register\, insha Allah. \nJunaid Mirza is a partner at PwC Canada\, where he leads strategy and consulting for law firms and legal departments. In addition\, Junaid leads PwC Canada’s Entity Governance and Compliance practice\, providing entity and board management services to over 600 entities in Canada. With over 20 years of experience\, Junaid works with boards and executive teams to strengthen accountability\, risk\, oversight\, and financial stewardship. \nJunaid is actively involved in the Muslim community initiatives\, focusing on governance\, excellence\, transparency\, and long-term sustainability. He has served on boards both within and outside the community\, currently serving on the boards of The Muslim Fund and the National Muslim Action Fund. Previously\, Junaid has served on the boards of Muslim Neighbour Nexus\, The Pearson Institute for Progressive Policy\, Working Skills Centre\, Fakih Foundation\, United Way of Halton and Hamilton\, Islamic Finance Advisory Board\, and Multilingual Community Interpreter Services. \nJunaid is also currently pursuing advanced studies in Islamic scholarship\, bringing faith-informed perspectives to institutional leadership and board development. \n*IMPORTANT* We will be sharing the Zoom link with registrants via email shortly before the event (after 5 PM EDT on June 24). If you do not see it in your inbox\, please check your spam folder. To ensure smooth communication\, please add the following to your trusted contacts: \nmarketing@soundvisioncanada.org \ninfo@soundvisioncanada.org
URL:https://www.soundvisioncanada.org/training/financial-oversight-for-muslim-board-members/
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