Aga Khan in Canada to celebrate 50 years of leadership of Ismailis
Ismailis from across globe pour into Canadian cities
By Salim Jiwa, Vancouver Province
Thousands of Ismaili Muslims have begun a week of celebration to mark the arrival of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan on an eight-day visit to Canada, during which he is to meet Canadian officials and his followers in major cities across Canada.
The Aga Khan is spiritual leader of the world’s 15 million Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims who live in large numbers in countries as diverse as Canada, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan and even remote corners of Tajikistan.
His arrival at Ottawa airport on Tuesday — where he was greeted by John Baird. minister of transport and communities on behalf of the government — prompted a jubilant gathering of Ismailis at the main mosque in Burnaby.
Ismailimail 
Ya Mawla our hearts too are dancing with joy
The intezari tasbih is well under way
There is no stopping us now we’re on this highway
The highway to happiness
This shall surely bring us peace
O Loving, O Generous, O magnanimous
O the Exalted, O He Who is praised, the Gracious
O the Reliever of difficulties
The Provider of endless mercies
May peace be upon Muhammad and his progeny
It is only through them that we are set free
Muhammad the city of knowledge and Ali its Gate
Together a fortress of protection they create
O Mawla our hearts too are dancing with joy
The biryani and samosas we shall enjoy
Dandia raas we shall play till late
Celebrating Your praises while our souls are in a blessed state
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