The Jaffari Community Centre responds to a threat on November 16, 2023

York Regional Police (YRP) arrived at the Jaffari Community Centre, evacuated the building and checked the area. While no threat was found and the property was deemed secure, they remain in the area and are continuing with the investigation.

The ISIJ of Toronto takes all security threats seriously and is actively monitoring the situation. The safety and protection of our community members remains a top priority.

About the Islamic Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat (ISIJ) of Toronto

The Islamic Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat (ISIJ) of Toronto is a charitable organization comprised of a diverse community of over 7,000 Muslims, the majority of whom reside in the City of Vaughan and the Town of Richmond Hill. ISIJ of Toronto operates four religious centres in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area in Vaughan, Barrie, Brampton and Hamilton. The guiding principles of the ISIJ of Toronto espouse and promote the core Canadian values of equality, fairness and tolerance.

ISIJ of Toronto's progressive and socially responsible ethos is held up as a role model for other faith-based organizations in Canada and abroad. Through its centres, the organization successfully carries out its own youth programs, periodic publications, library, seniors’ activities, burial facilites and various other functions. For more information, please visit jaffari.org