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Eid al-Fitr celebrations held across B.C. to mark end of Ramadan

Muslims across B.C. celebrated Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of month-long fasting between sunrise and sunset.

Ramadan considered the holiest month of the year for observers

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A woman stands in a field of daffodils in Richmond, B.C.
People take pictures in a field of daffodils while celebrating Eid al-Fitr, a celebration at the end of Ramadan in Richmond, B.C on Wednesday April 10, 2024. (Ben Nelms/CBC)

Muslims across B.C. celebrated Eid al-Fitr on Wednesday morning, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

In Richmond, people gathered in prayer at the Minoru Arenas, but there were also Eid al-Fitr events held in other communities around B.C. like Nanaimo, Prince George and Penticton.

There was also a large gathering at B.C. Place Stadium in Vancouver.

This year, Ramadan began on March 10. During Ramadan, observers abstain from food, drink and other pleasures during daylight hours. It marks a period of religious reflection, giving and family gatherings.

"This auspicious month holds profound significance in our lives, offering us a time of reflection, spiritual renewal, and immense blessings," said Muhammad Asad Gondal, president of the B.C. Muslim Association, at the beginning of Ramadan.

"It is a time when our hearts are filled with gratitude, our souls are uplifted in worship, and our bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood are strengthened."

Here are some photos from Eid al-Fitr in Richmond and Vancouver:

A crowd of muslims outside of an arena.
Muslims gathered at the Minoru Arenas in Richmond, B.C. to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
People bow in prayer inside of a sports arena.
People bow in prayer during an Eid al-Fitr celebration in Richmond. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
Muslims bow in prayer during an Eid-al Fitr celebration in Richmond.
During Ramadan, Muslims abstained from eating or drinking between sunrise and sunset. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
People take photos in a field of daffodils while celebrating Eid al-Fitr in Richmond, B.C.
Following prayers, people take pictures in a field of daffodils while celebrating Eid al-Fitr. (Ben Nelms/CBC)

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A man and a child walk past a sign that says Eid Mubarak.
A man and a child walk in front of a sign that says Eid Mubarak at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver. Eid Mubarak is a term used by Muslims during Eid al-Fitr. It means 'blessed Eid." (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press)
A large stadium is filled with people. Some of them are standing and others are sitting.
B.C. Place Stadium in Vancouver was filled with Muslims who were celebrating Eid al-Fitr. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press)
Muslims bow in prayer inside a large stadium.
Muslims offer prayers during Eid al-Fitr at B.C. Place in Vancouver, Wednesday, April 10, 2024. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press)

 

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