Assalamu Alaikum.
MANAL is pleased to inform you that Br. Haseen Khan was recently presented with the Senate of Canada 150th Anniversary Medal in Ottawa. The ceremony was held in the Senate Chamber of the Parliament Hill on October 31, 2018 with the participation of about 80 recipients and their guests. Award was presented by the Speaker of the Senate Hon. George J. Furey, Q.C. and Newfoundland and Labrador Senator Hon. Mohamed Iqbal Ravalia.
According to a Senate of Canada news release, the Medal is awarded to recognize Canadians and permanent residents who, "through generosity, dedication, volunteerism and hard work, make their hometowns, communities, regions, provinces, or territories a better place to live". The award ceremony was featured in November 19th, 2018 edition of the Telegram.
We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Br. Haseen Khan for this great achievement. May Allah swt be pleased with his volunteer service to our community and for his contributions to our province.
MANAL would also like to thank Hon. Mohamed Iqbal Ravalia, Senator for Newfoundland and Labrador, for nominating Br. Haseen Khan and recognizing his volunteer services to the Muslim community of NL.
Jazakum Allahu Khairun,
MANAL Executive Committee