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Ismaili Centre, Vancouver

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Landmark Ismaili prayer and community centre in Burnaby, one of the earliest international Ismaili Centres.

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About Ismaili Centre, Vancouver

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Landmark Ismaili prayer and community centre in Burnaby, one of the earliest international Ismaili Centres. The centre opened in August 1985 and was inaugurated in a ceremony attended by the Aga Khan and Canada’s prime minister.

Sacred Place at a Glance

A concise view of the place, tradition, location and heritage details available for this Sacred Place.

Place TypeJamatkhana
Religious TraditionIslam
Tradition / DenominationShia Ismaili
LocationBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada
CountryCanada
Established / Period1985
Governing BodyShia Imami Ismaili community of Canada

Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association

Religious tradition, dedication and sacred associations connected with this place.

Religious TraditionIslam
Tradition / DenominationShia Ismaili

History & Sacred Tradition

Documented history, sacred narrative and editorial synthesis are kept visibly separate.

Historical Record

The centre opened in August 1985 and was inaugurated in a ceremony attended by the Aga Khan and Canada’s prime minister.

Sacred Tradition

The community’s Jamatkhana is a place for Shia Ismaili prayer and religious gathering.

Editorial Context

The centre includes a Jamatkhana for Ismaili congregational worship; public access to worship areas should not be assumed.

Prayer & Visitor Information

Documented worship, observances and practices where available.

Ismaili communal prayer
Jamatkhana gatherings

Entry & Visitor Rules

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Restricted areas / visitor rulesJamatkhana prayer areas are community worship spaces; public visits should be arranged through the centre.

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Information Status

Status
Unverified
Last checked
October 15, 2026
Primary source
The Ismaili