Supporting students who self-identify as Muslim in a timely and effective way, and in a way centered on their success and wellness.
Farah Chouayakh, Student Affairs Liaison for Muslim Students
Email: farah.chouayakh [at] mcgill.ca (farah[dot]chouayakh[at]mcgill[dot]ca)
Don’t hesitate to reach out to Farah. She is there to:
- Listen to Muslim students and refer them towards the appropriate resources so that they feel better equipped to succeed and flourish.
- Foster a climate where Muslim students feel heard, seen, supported, empowered, and celebrated.
- Create opportunities for building a sense of community and spaces that feel safe, nourishing, and inspiring for Muslim students.
- Raise awareness about Islamophobia and increase the Â鶹´«Ã½ÍøÕ¾ community’s understanding of Islam and Muslim identities.
Learning resources
(Redpath Book Display to mark the UN's International Day to COmbat Islamophobia)
Support and reporting resources for Islamophobia and discrimination
National Council of Canadian Muslim's
with the National Council of Canadian Muslims
Free, confidential, and supportive counselling services for Muslim women and youth who have experienced religious, racial or culture-based violence via the
Support and advocacy for Canadian Muslims who have experienced anti-Muslim discrimination or hate crimes via the
Reporting incidents of racism, Islamophobia, or xenophobia via the Coalition of Muslim Women of Kitchener-Waterloo's tool
Quiet space on campus and beyond
Muslim Student Association's list of
Food and groceries on campus and beyond
Muslim Student Association's Halal food recommendations:
Off-campus wellbeing resources for Muslims, by Muslims
Book an appointment with a Muslim Chaplain at
Well-being, mental health, and counselling services at
A free, confidential mental health helpline at
A wide range of Muslim therapists are available at
Find Muslim therapists and psychologists in Quebec via
Coaching services at the
Sexual health counselling for Muslims via
Naturopathic, homeopathic, nutritional, and holistic hikma somatic trauma counselling at
Free, confidential phone support for Muslim women at
Confidential and culturally competent psycho-social support for women experiencing abuse at the
Family law resources for Muslim women from the
Discover Islam Week
From March 9 to March 13, join and the on a five-day educational initiative created to introduce Islamic beliefs, history, culture, and lived experiences to the broader Â鶹´«Ã½ÍøÕ¾ community in an accessible and welcoming way.
The goal is simple: discovery, learning, and open dialogue.
All are welcome.
Poetry Night and Potluck Iftar
Join the Islamic Studies Library on Thursday, March 12, 2026, for a two-folded event involving poetry and food! The evening will start with a poetry evening in the Octagon room (Islamic Studies Library) from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, and will continue with potluck Iftar from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
Chaplaincy
The Mont Lumiere Foundation (MLF) offers free chaplaincy services to students from various universities and colleges in Montreal. Whether you have questions about Islam, are struggling with social or mental challenges, or need some guidance, the chaplaincy team is there to fulfill the spiritual and psychosocial needs of Montreal's youth and to provide support for their spiritual and mental well being.
