Integration challenges that Somali immigrants face in Canada are enormous, and first-generation immigrants are unlikely to overcome some of the challenges. But what is integration? “In the Canadian context, integration is defined as a two-way street where newcomers and the host society adapt to each other. The goal is for immigrants to fully participate in …

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It is easy to use the term “integration”, but it is hard to grasp its full meaning in the context of the Canadian connotation, and many of the first-generation Somali immigrants face integration challenges stemming from language barriers, large family sizes, and unrecognized professional qualifications.  Integration is a term widely used by Canada and its …

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Edmonton is home to thousands of Muslims, and Prophet Muhammad’s prophecy has (peace and blessings be upon him) materialized. He prophesied that Islam would reach every corner of the world. “Indeed, Allah gathered the earth for me so that I saw its eastern and western parts. The dominion of my nation will reach those parts …

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Before Edmonton became a city, it had been a buzzing hub for indigenous peoples for thousands of years. They, as archaeological records indicate, relocated from Asia and arrived in Canada 15,000 years ago. But nobody can exactly pinpoint when they came over or what motivated them to relocate. Back then, the name Edmonton did not …

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Somali-Canadians and immigrants must enumerate their household members for the 2026 Canadian census to get recognition and resources. Canada conducts a nationwide mandatory census (survey) every five years to collect data about the country’s population to plan for housing, education, employment, and recreational resources. Canada’s first national census was taken in 1871 after four years …

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