Is there a Shia school in Calgary?

Yes. Madinatul Ilm is a Shia (Twelver / Ithna Ashari) school in southeast Calgary, teaching Arabic, Quran, and Islamic studies for grades 1–12 every Saturday.

What does “Twelver / Ithna Ashari” mean?

Twelvers (Ithna Ashari) are the Shia who follow the twelve Imams (a.s.). We teach aqeedah, fiqh, and akhlaq in their tradition, beginning with the Prophet Muhammad (s) and his purified Ahlul Bayt.

Yes. We welcome all families in Calgary who wish to raise their children in the way of the Ahlul Bayt (a.s.).

Twelver / Ithna Ashari · Calgary

Shia Islamic School in Calgary

Madinatul Ilm — a Shia Saturday school raising your children in knowledge, faith, and character, for grades 1–12.

If you're looking for a Shia school in Calgary for your children, Madinatul Ilm is a Shia (Twelver / Ithna Ashari) Islamic Saturday school in the southeast of the city, part of Al Zahra Learning Center. We teach Arabic language, Quran, and Islamic studies for grades 1 to 12, in the way of the Prophet Muhammad (s) and his purified Ahlul Bayt (a.s.).

Why a Shia school?

We teach aqeedah, fiqh, and akhlaq in the Twelver (Ithna Ashari) tradition, so children learn their faith from its authentic sources and grow up confident in their identity and belief while living in Canada. Students also pray salah in congregation every school day.

A Shia school means your child learns the beliefs and practices of the Ahlul Bayt (a.s.) the way your family lives them — the love of the Prophet (s), Imam Ali and Lady Fatima (a.s.), the twelve Imams, and the lessons of Karbala — taught by teachers from our own community in small, welcoming classes. It is the rare place in Calgary where a child can be fully themselves: reading the Quran, asking real questions about their faith, and making friends who share it.

We meet on Saturdays

Classes run every Saturday from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, so your Sundays stay free. We're located at 3750 46 Ave SE #109, Calgary, AB T2B 0L1.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a Shia school in Calgary?: Yes. Madinatul Ilm is a Shia (Twelver / Ithna Ashari) school in southeast Calgary, teaching Arabic, Quran, and Islamic studies for grades 1–12 every Saturday.
What does “Twelver / Ithna Ashari” mean?: Twelvers (Ithna Ashari) are the Shia who follow the twelve Imams (a.s.). We teach aqeedah, fiqh, and akhlaq in their tradition, beginning with the Prophet Muhammad (s) and his purified Ahlul Bayt.
When does the school meet?: Every Saturday from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM — so your Sundays stay free.
Is everyone welcome?: Yes. We welcome all families in Calgary who wish to raise their children in the way of the Ahlul Bayt (a.s.).

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