What is Canada’s Muslim Heritage?
Canada has a Muslim population of over one million people. About one-third trace their origins to the Indian sub-continent, one third from Arab and Middle Eastern countries, and the remaining third hail from more than 30 other nations around the globe. Canada’s Muslim population has grown significantly over the last 20-year period, doubling between 1991 and 2001, reflecting changes in immigration patterns. For instance, 20% of the Muslim population now lives in the western provinces, from Manitoba to British Columbia What are the basic rules in Muslim food? With respect to food, Islamic laws are very specific and Muslims seek to eat foods defined as “Halal”, which is defined by Muslims as “that which is allowed”. Essentially, “Halal” means permitted by God, or “Allah”, the Law-Giver. What about Muslim law and meat? In order to obtain a “Halal” designation, the conditions of Islamic animal breeding and processing must be met. In order to be considered “Halal”, animals bred for meat must
