The Journey of Faith conference brought thousands of Muslims together in Toronto for a powerful weekend of lectures, dawah, and community building. Behind the scenes, hundreds of volunteers sacrificed their time, sleep, and weekends to make it all happen — not for recognition or pay, but solely for the pleasure of Allah. From setting up stages to coordinating speakers, the dedication on display was a living example of the brotherhood and sisterhood that Islam cultivates.
Why Muslims Come Together
The conference was not just for seasoned Muslims. In a groundbreaking move for North America, the organizers invited one hundred non-Muslims as guests, sponsored entirely by Muslim attendees who saw it as an investment with Allah. The reasoning was simple: if even one non-Muslim accepts Islam through a ticket you purchased, you share in that reward. Sessions were held specifically for non-Muslim guests, featuring Q&A with renowned scholars, and multiple people embraced Islam during the event.
“One person being guided through you is better than the whole world and everything in it.” — Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
What Goes Into a Conference Like This
- Over 600 unpaid volunteers working from 7 AM to 1 AM daily
- Months of planning with sleepless nights and 20-hour workdays for the organizing team
- Public advertising on city buses — a first for a Muslim event in North America
- Dedicated non-Muslim sessions showing the beauty of Islam through conduct, teaching, and open dialogue
The Youth and the Future
“Dua is our most powerful weapon — if we all cumulatively make dua, we can succeed in this life and the Hereafter.”
Getting young Muslims involved in events like these keeps them off the streets and away from destructive influences. Instead of chasing the dunya, the youth at Journey of Faith were volunteering, learning, and building their connection with Allah. When asked what drives a young man to spend his weekend at a conference instead of a club, one volunteer answered simply: “Paradise.” The conference doubled in size in just one year, and the organizers encouraged every Muslim who missed it to mark their calendars and make the intention to attend — because sharing in good work is sharing in its reward.
