(CBC) For the first time in its history, the Windsor Islamic Association broadcast the Adhan, or Muslim call to prayer, at sunset over a loudspeaker on the roof of the Windsor Mosque.
Mirza Baig, president of the Windsor Islamic Association, said a number of mosque members made requests to broadcast the Adhan during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, because they’re unable to congregate at the mosque as a result of physical distancing measures that remain in place due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
“Under normal circumstances, Muslims come together at the mosque, especially after they break their fast in the evening,” Baig said.
“Now with the social distancing measures and the ban on gathering more than five people, our community members are missing all the activities that are typical for Ramadan.”
