Salikeen Seminary
Nurturing Hearts & Minds Through
Knowledge • Character building • Community Service
Our Foundation
Salikeen Seminary is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of Muslims through a balanced approach to Islamic education rooted in tradition, combining rigorous scholarship with spiritual development. Thus, building reformers who can carry the dawah and engage in islah work within their communities in-line with the Prophetic method.
Ilm
Knowledge
We provide comprehensive Islamic education rooted in authentic scholarship, guiding students through the sciences of Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, and more.
Sulook
Character Building
Character development is at the heart of our curriculum. We nurture students to embody the noble manners exemplified by the Prophet (peace be upon him).
Khidma
Community Service
We foster a sense of community and brotherhood, preparing students to serve and strengthen the Muslim community locally and globally.
Our Approach
At Salikeen Seminary, we believe in a holistic approach to Islamic education that addresses the intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of our students. Our curriculum is designed by qualified scholars who understand both traditional Islamic sciences and contemporary challenges.
We provide a welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds to grow in their knowledge and practice of Islam.
Our Team
Meet the dedicated individuals behind Salikeen Seminary, committed to providing authentic Islamic education and nurturing the next generation of Muslims.
Shaykh Shavkat Sayed
Head Scholar & Curriculum Director
Sh. Shavkat Sayed is an alumnus of Al-Azhar University, where he earned his degree in Arabic and Islamic Studies, complemented by traditional certifications (ijazah) in Quranic recitation (Hafs 'an 'Asim) under Dr. Mustafa Khattab with whom he contributed to the Clear Quran translation project. Additionally, he is credentialed in Hanbali jurisprudence (Fiqh), theology (Aqidah), Islamic legal theory (Usul), and Hadith studies through acquiring ijazahs from distinguished scholars.
For over 15 years, Shaykh Shavkat has been a pillar of community leadership in Ontario's Niagara region. He works professionally as a computer programmer analyst and is also an accredited licensed gas technician and entrepreneur.
Omer Ali
President
A talib ul-'ilm, Omer is a soft-spoken technology leader with nearly a decade of experience across education and healthcare in Canada, and a longstanding involvement with Islamic institutions on the technology and administrative side. He is committed to bringing a level of professionalism to Islamic education that meets the expectations of Western Muslim students, building upon proven academic methods to help students achieve their goals within an authentic scholarly environment.
Misbah Shaikh
Vice President
Supports institutional development and community partnerships, working to expand our reach and impact across the region.
Shanu Mohammed
Director of Operations
Manages day-to-day operations, student services, and administrative functions to ensure a seamless learning experience.
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"Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim."
- Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
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