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Muslims in Canada: Stories, Then & Now: Sat. Jan. 10 at Maja Prentice Theatre

Four short films. Four new ways of seeing Muslim history in Canada. Join us for the premiere screening of four original documentaries created by emerging Muslim filmmakers through Muslim Media Hub’s 2025 Short Film Lab . Over ten weeks, they researched community archives, uncovered overlooked histories, and crafted powerful films about the first Muslims who made a life here, including the struggles they faced and the ways they held on to faith and community while finding the

Nov 18, 20251 min read

Youth Editing & Meeting Mayor Patrick Brown at Brampton City Hall

The last 2 days of the Pocket Film journey brought participants to Brampton City Hall , where they edited their projects and met Mayor Patrick Brown. It was a powerful moment recognizing their hard work and creativity. The same youth who once hesitated to touch a camera were now refining their own films, adjusting sound, cutting scenes, and finalizing their stories for public screening. The meeting with the Mayor symbolized something deeper: an acknowledgment that Muslim yout

Pocket Films

Nov 3, 20251 min read

Youth Filming

From ideas on paper to scenes in motion... watch as our Pocket Film participants put their learning into action and brought their short films to life. Each crew was responsible for directing, filming, recording audio, and managing the production process. The films will be screened at Brampton City Hall and will appear on our new YouTube channel (details to come).

Pocket Films

Oct 31, 20251 min read

Our High School Students in Action!

Muslim Media Hub had the pleasure of teaching a group of bright high school students how to step behind the camera and discover what it means to tell stories that reflect who they are and where they come from. Through the Youth Pocket Film Program, and with the help of our skilled instructor Mateen Manek, participants learned the fundamentals of filmmaking, including story development, camera operation, lighting, and sound, all in an environment that fosters creativity and co

Pocket Films

Oct 29, 20251 min read

Our Delegation to Brampton City Council

Our Executive Director Safiyyah Ally had the honour of addressing Brampton City Council to share the work of Muslim Media Hub and showcase how our Youth Pocket Film Program , funded by the City of Brampton, is helping young Muslim storytellers find their voice. Through film, our youth are documenting Muslim history, identity, and belonging right here in Canada. A heartfelt thank you to the City of Brampton for championing young creatives and supporting stories that reflect

Oct 14, 20251 min read