During the blessed month of Ramadan, Muslims across Canada come together in devotion, fasting from Suhoor until Iftar. Observing the correct fasting and prayer timings allows us to worship with mindfulness, peace, and sincerity, ensuring that each moment of this sacred month is honoured.
Suhoor is the pre-dawn meal before the fast begins. It ends at the time of Fajr prayer, which marks the start of the day’s fast. Once Fajr begins, eating and drinking come to an end as the heart turns fully toward worship.
Suhoor nourishes both the body and the soul, helping us prepare for a day of patience, remembrance, and spiritual striving.
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ encouraged Suhoor: “Take Suhoor as there is a blessing in it." [Bukhari]
Iftar is the meal that breaks the fast at the end of the day. Iftar is at Maghrib prayer time, just as the sun sets. Across the world, Muslims break their fast with dates and water, following the beautiful Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Iftar is a time of gratitude, a moment to thank Allah ﷻ for strength, sustenance, and the opportunity to draw closer to Him through fasting.
In Canada, Suhoor, Iftar, and prayer timings are calculated using astronomical data based on the position of the sun. These calculations take into account:
Due to Canada’s longer daylight hours, especially during the spring months, fasting days can be longer. This calls for patience and perseverance which are at the heart of Ramadan.
Prayer and fasting times may vary slightly between cities such as Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, and Montreal due to geographic differences. Find out Iftar and Suhoor timing in your city here.
You may notice small differences between prayer timetables from mosques or Islamic apps in Canada. This is normal and may be due to:
All recognized methods are valid. It’s best to follow the timetable provided by your local mosque or a trusted Canadian Islamic organization.
Having accurate prayer and fasting timings helps reduce uncertainty and allows you to focus on what matters most, your ibadah, your well-being, and supporting those in need within our community.
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