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Qurbani will done after the local Eid Salah in your name.
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How Does Qurbani Work?
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Penny Appeal Canada arranges and pays for livestock in advance.
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Locally sourced animals are checked and inspected, ensuring they meet the requirements for Qurbani.
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Animals are sacrificed immediately after Eid Salah in Canada (Eastern Standard Time) on the 10-13th of Dhul Hijjah.
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Qurbani meat in your name is distributed to beneficiaries to enjoy during Eid celebrations.
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Penny Appeal Canada arranges and pays for livestock in advance.
2
Locally sourced animals are checked and inspected, ensuring they meet the requirements for Qurbani.
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Animals are sacrificed immediately after Eid Salah in Canada (Eastern Standard Time) on the 10-13th of Dhul Hijjah.
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Qurbani meat in your name is distributed to beneficiaries to enjoy during Eid celebrations.
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Donate your Qurbani
Penny Appeal Canada takes the obligation of Qurbani very seriously. We source and sacrifice only the healthiest animals, ensuring that this important duty is fulfilled properly in accordance with our teachings. Sick, hurt, and diseased animals ARE NOT used for Qurbani. Nor are animals deemed too young for sacrifice. Your donations not only ensure Qurbani reaches those in need, but we also go out of our way to provide our beneficiaries with the healthiest provisions possible.
Starting at $63 dollars, you can rest well knowing your Qurbani provisions are sourced from trusted farmers and suppliers who raise livestock in a healthy and ethical manner. This ensures only the highest quality of meat is distributed to those that may not have the luxury to purchase meat otherwise due to financial constraints.
Where will my Qurbani be distributed?
Our distributions will take place on the day of Eid-ul-Adha to communities all across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Last year, your Qurbani donations were able to provide meals for more than 6 million beneficiaries around the world.
Qurbani is not only a religious obligation. It is a moral responsibility upon all of us to help provide basics like food to people who need it most.
I’d like to thank everyone who made this happen, I’m so happy to be home with my family on Eid and spend it with them. Thank you for this meat pack, we haven’t been able to buy meat for the last 3 years, so I am very grateful that we have it this year.
Afzal Ali, India
FAQs
Dhul Hijjah is the 12th and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. It is one of the holiest periods in Islam, marked by the Hajj pilgrimage and Eid al-Adha. The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are considered the best days of the year for worship and good deeds, even surpassing the days of Ramadan in virtue.
The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are known as the “best ten days” in Islam. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “There are no days on which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days” (Bukhari). Muslims are encouraged to increase their acts of worship, charity, and remembrance during this time.
The Day of Arafah falls on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah and is the most important day of Hajj. It commemorates the day when Allah perfected the religion of Islam. Fasting on this day is highly recommended for those not performing Hajj, as it is believed to expiate the sins of the previous and coming year.
Eid al-Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah. It marks the end of Hajj and commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. Muslims celebrate by performing Qurbani (sacrifice), attending prayers, and sharing meat with family, friends, and those in need.
Every adult Muslim who has the financial means is encouraged to perform Qurbani. In some schools of thought, the act of sacrificing an animal is obligatory (wajib), while other schools of jurisprudence consider it a highly recommended Sunnah. The animal must meet specific age and health criteria to be eligible for sacrifice.
Qurbani meat is divided into three equal parts: one for the donor and their family, one for relatives and friends, and one for the poor and needy. At least one-third must go to those in need, ensuring that the blessings of Eid reach the less fortunate in the community.
Qurbani commemorates the story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his son Ismail (AS). When Allah commanded Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, both father and son submitted to Allah’s will. Allah then replaced Ismail with a ram, rewarding their faith and obedience. Qurbani symbolizes selflessness, faith in our creator, and the importance of helping others.
Penny Appeal Canada partners with trusted local organizations to perform Qurbani according to Islamic guidelines. The animals are selected, sacrificed, and the meat is distributed to those most in need—locally and internationally. Priority is given to vulnerable families, refugees, and communities facing food insecurity, ensuring your Qurbani reaches those who need it most.
Yes! Penny Appeal Canada offers an automated giving platform that allows you to schedule your donations for the last ten days of Dhul Hijjah. This ensures you never miss the opportunity to earn rewards during these blessed days and helps maximize your impact for those in need. You can also automate your donations by scheduling your giving every Friday – the holiest day of the week.
Help us make Qurbani 2025 even more amazing than last year and help us keep our global ummah safe and fed.
Donate your Qurbani with Penny Appeal Canada today!
