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Futures in Conversation: Architectures of Belonging in Canada

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.·The Ismaili Centre
Futures in Conversation: Architectures of Belonging in Canada event
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Date

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Time

6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Venue

The Ismaili Centre

Address

49 Wynford Dr, North York, ON M3C 1K1, Canada

Dr. Tammy Gaber, Director and Professor at the McEwen School of Architecture, brings her groundbreaking research to North York for an insightful discussion on the architectures of belonging in Canada. Known for her extensive work documenting Muslim spaces of worship, Dr. Gaber’s recent publication *Beyond the Divide* highlights how communities across Canada design spaces for faith, education, and civic life.

Hosted at the striking Ismaili Centre on Wynford Drive, this talk offers a deep dive into cultural landscape and design. Attendees will gain a nuanced perspective on modern Canadian religious architecture and community building.

What to Expect - An engaging presentation and discussion led by an award-winning academic. - Insights into how architecture shapes modern community life and cultural identity in Canada. - A magnificent venue experience at the Ismaili Centre.

Make an evening of it by exploring nearby Aga Khan Park grounds before heading in for the talk.

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