Beskrivelse
Paper presentation at the annual meeting of the Canadian Society for the Study of Religion:How is togetherness understood and experienced in Canada’s northern territories? This work-in-progress examines community life in Yellowknife (NWT), Inuvik (NWT), and Whitehorse (Yukon) as part of my PhD project on Muslim lived experiences in northern Canada. Based on fieldnotes and interviews, it primarily explores narratives from members of the respective local Muslim congregations, offering insights into broader communal dynamics—with a key focus on interactions between local First Nations, Inuit, and Muslim newcomers.
These interactions emerge most visibly in the face of struggle, such as the 2023 Yellowknife wildfire evacuations and recent expressions of solidarity with Gaza, highlighting the interwoven nature of these relationships.
Ultimately, the study identifies a central paradox: while economic opportunities attract newcomers through various immigration pathways, contributing to the transient nature of these communities, strong communal ties foster a sense of belonging, encouraging many to stay and cultivate deeper connections and understandings of togetherness.
| Periode | 31. maj 2025 |
|---|---|
| Begivenhedstitel | CSSR Annual Meeting at Congress |
| Begivenhedstype | Konference |
| Placering | Toronto, CanadaVis på kort |
| Grad af anerkendelse | International |