By Don Cayo, The Vancouver Sun, December 5, 2008
The Aga Khan, the Ismaili Muslim spiritual leader who ended an eight-day Canadian tour in Vancouver less than two weeks ago, is back in Ottawa today to open a new architectural landmark on Sussex Drive.
The $50-million building is to be the permanent home of the Ismaili Imamat delegation – in effect, an embassy for representatives of his 15 million followers who are scattered in 25 or 30 countries around the globe.
More at Vancouver Sun – Don Cayo’s Blog – Financial Post – The Province
Aga Khan opens architectural landmark – $50-million building will be home to Ismaili delegation
i wish all the Ismailis loads and loads of Mubarakbad on this hapopy occasion and thank my Mawla, my Hazar Imam Shah Karim for all he has done for us.
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Historical and Proud moment for Ismailis and ALL Canadians! Proud to be both. Thank you Mowla! We are ever so indebted to you.
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