In late 2008, soon after the inception of the Masjid Ibrahim project a 2.4 acre land was identified as preferred location for Masjid Ibrahim. The site was in the heart of south west Brampton at the intersection of Mavis road and Clementine drive, very close to Taha Musalla.
Some key factors were kept in mind during the land selection phase such as:
- Easy access by public transport
- Mosque accessibility aspect
- Adequate space for construction for future expansion
- Parking space, meeting the government’s requirements
- Proper zoning as per City of Brampton requirements.
In Phase 2 of the Masjid Ibrahim project, several crucial tasks were accomplished to ensure the smooth progress of the construction process.
Firstly, the initiation of the construction fund was done to through the generous support of the community in the form of donations and Qarz-e Hasana. The collaborative effort allowed the community to have a direct impact on the project’s success and ensured that the construction fund was adequately resourced.
Additionally, the completion of architectural drawings was a critical task that was achieved in Phase 2. This involved the collaboration between architects and engineers to develop a detailed and accurate plan for the construction project. The drawings encompassed all aspects of the construction, including structural design, electrical systems, plumbing, and interior design.
Another important task that was completed in Phase 2 was obtaining approval from the City of Brampton for the architectural drawings. This process involved submitting our drawings to the City and obtaining the required permits to begin construction.
The commencement of Phase 3 of the Masjid Ibrahim project was marked by a celebratory ground-breaking event held in December 2019. Following this event, work immediately started at the construction site.
The initial construction activities involved the excavation of the site and the laying of the foundation. During this phase, we also completed two basement stories below ground. Alhamdulillaah, the completion of the basement levels was a significant achievement that laid the groundwork for the project’s further development.
Phase 4 of the project represents a critical phase that aims to build the steel framework for the top three stories of the Masjid. These stories will serve as the primary spaces for the men’s and women’s prayer areas as well as the Islamic school. This phase of the project is essential to the building’s completion and will significantly impact the community’s ability to access these important facilities.
However, the construction process has been halted due to a lack of funds. We appeal to your generosity and support to help us resume construction. Your donation will be instrumental in enabling us to continue the construction process and ultimately achieve our objective of providing the community with a multi-purpose Islamic centre.
By donating to this project, you will not only be contributing to the construction of a Masjid but also supporting the education and growth of the community. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a significant difference in enabling us to complete this project, inshaAllaah.
