2023 Toronto Suhba – Light Entire: The Sufi Path to the Divine

Announcements
Please join the Telegram group for the latest Toronto suhba announcements (including schedule changes, etc.):
Link: https://t.me/+J90inrZSs-A2ODlh

Schedule

IMPORTANT: The schedule is subject to change. Changes, if necessary, will be announced and posted here. Insha'Allah.

Friday, October 6th
10:00 am - Registration
10:30 am - Nasheeds
11:00 am - Sheikh Nuh Keller
01:30 pm - Salat al Jumu’ah
02:30 pm - Lunch
04:30 pm - ‘Asr & Hizb al Bahr
05:00 pm - Umm Sahl
06:30 pm - Nasheeds
06:54 pm - Maghrib
07:15 pm - Sheikh Nuh Keller
08:30 pm - Isha
09:15 pm - Dinner

Saturday, October 7th
10:00 am - Registration
10:30 am - Nasheeds
11:00 am - Sheikh Nuh Keller
01:30 pm - Dhuhr
02:00 pm - Women’s Lesson
03:00 pm - Lunch
04:30 pm - Asr & Hizb al Bahr
05:00 pm - Umm Sahl
06:30 pm - Nasheeds
06:52 pm - Maghrib
07:15 pm - Sheikh Nuh Keller
08:30 pm - Isha
09:15 pm - Dinner

Sunday, October 8th
10:00 am - Registration
10:30 am - Nasheeds
11:00 am - Sheikh Nuh Keller
01:30 pm - Dhuhr
02:00 pm - Q & A
03:00 pm - Lunch
04:30 pm - ‘Asr & Hizb al Bahr
05:00 pm - Umm Sahl
06:30 pm - Nasheeds
06:54 pm - Maghrib
07:15 pm - Sheikh Nuh Keller
08:30 pm - Isha
09:15 pm - Dinner

SUHBA HOTEL

Alhamdulillah, a suhba hotel has been secured. The hotel is brand new and is operational as of late July, 2023.

The hotel is located 7kms (4 miles) from the suhba venue, approximately 15 mins away by car.

There are limited rooms that have been reserved so please read below and use the special Suhba link to reserve your rooms ASAP. Deadline to book is September 21st.

Hotel: Tru by Hilton Toronto Airport West
Address: 6905 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 0B8
Available Rooms: Only rooms with 2 Queen beds are available
Available Dates: Any days from Oct. 5 to Oct. 9 (Note: The actual suhba takes place from Oct. 6-8)
Amenities: Complimentary Hotel Shuttle, Free Parking, Free hot breakfast, Free WiFi, Indoor Pool, Fitness Center
Price: $192.60 CAD per night (not including taxes and additional fees)

Deadline: The discounted suhba rate will only be available via the link below UNTIL September 21st so please book by then.

Suhba Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/toronto-suhba-2023-hilton/

ROOMMATES

If you need help finding roommates at the suhba hotel, please email us at tosuhbaresidence@gmail.com and we will attempt to partner you with another person who is also looking for a roomate(s).

SUHBA SHUTTLE (to take people from the hotel to the venue and back)

The shuttle service is $25 USD for the three days and a separate registration for this service is required.

Please go to this link to read more about the Shuttle service and to register.

Parents are strongly encouraged to find alternate childcare arrangements, as child activities will not be provided.

There will be a separate room for parents and children with a live audio feed.

No children under 13 will be allowed in the main hall when the Sheikh is speaking.

Please ensure that your children are quiet during prayer times.

Jazakum Allahu khayran for your cooperation.

Please join the following Telegram group to stay up to date for the Toronto Suhba (including schedule changes etc.): https://t.me/+J90inrZSs-A2ODlh

Our beloved brother Ali Shah (rahimahullah), who passed away in June, 2016, is buried approx. 21kms from the suhba venue.

Sheikh Nuh (hafidhahullah) had these kind and inspiring words to say about him:

Audio Link

We highly encourage anyone who is able, to make ziyara to his grave & pray for him.

Sidi Ali Shah Maqam
Beechwood Cemetery
7241 Jane St,
Concord, ON L4K 1A7

Section 12, Grave 3669

https://goo.gl/maps/XcJGCeKeN9p
(the pin on the map is very accurate with his grave location)

1. Can I use my cellphone during the sessions?
Out of respect for the sacred knowledge being taught, cellphones must be off/silent.

2. Will there be any private meetings with Sh. Nuh?
There will be no personal meetings this year with either Sheikh Nuh or Umm Sahl (may Allah preserve them both).

3. Will there be a bazaar/suq?
Yes, insha'Allah.

4. Suggestions for Restaurants in area?

Disclaimer: Although all the below restaurants are known to serve hand slaughtered meat (chicken/beef), please do your due diligence in inquiring again in case things change.

The Kebob (Pakistani)
Website: Main home - The Kebob
Address: 3417 Derry Rd E, Mississauga, ON L4T 1A8

Yumys Chicken and Seafood
Website: ​Yumys Chicken & Seafood – yummmmiiiieeezzzz
Address: 3417 Derry Rd E, Mississauga, ON L4T 1A8​

Bamiyan Kabob (Afghani)
Website: Bamiyan Kabob - Best Afghani Restaurant in GTA
Address: 2970 Drew Rd, Mississauga, ON L4T 0A6

Slice of The 6ix (Pizza/Wings/Burgers/Sandwiches/etc)
Website: Slice of the 6ix, Mississauga, Canada
Address: 2960 Drew Rd Unit 137, Mississauga, ON L4T 0A5

Grilling Hut (Pakistani/Indian)
Website: Grilling Hut – Taste Beyond Expectation.
Address: 1935 Drew Rd, Mississauga, ON L5S 1M7

Monal Karahi Tikka (Pakistani)
Website: Monal Karahi Tikka Mississauga | Homepage
1935 Drew Rd, Mississauga, ON L5S 1M7

5. I have a 2023 Toronto Suhba related question, who can I contact?
Please e-mail us at info@nobleroad.org

6. What is the appropriate etiquette and dress code for attending?

Please see this link.

Cancellations and refunds
Cancellations prior to Sept 1, 2023, will be issued a full refund. Any cancellations thereafter will be issued a 50% refund.

Other important terms and conditions
The local group organizing this Suhba, selling its tickets and receiving payments (through its Stripe gateway) is Lote Tree Foundation. All refunds and cancellations, if applicable, will be issued by Lote Tree Foundation.