A Life by His Design — Being ME 2026 Toronto Conference, 25 October 2026

Name: Being ME 2026 Toronto Conference — A Life by His Design
Start: 2026-10-25T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-25T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Grand Victorian Convention Centre

A Life by His Design — the 2026 Being ME Conference. An hourglass standing on an open Qur'an in sunlit dunes. Save the date, 10 · 25 · 26.

Save the date — Sunday 25 October 2026

9:00 am to 9:00 pm

Grand Victorian Convention Centre
175 Derry Road E, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Z7

Open to women and girls ages 12 and up.

Tickets are on sale now. Further details at attendbm.com.

Conference: tickettailor.com/events/beingme/2428036
Retreat: tickettailor.com/events/beingme/2431057

And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me.
Surah Adh-Dhariyat 51:56

How you live your day is how you live your life.

A Life by His Design

Allah created each of us with a purpose, and humanity took on the Trust (al-Amānah) — the responsibility of living in accordance with His guidance.

A life is not lived all at once. It is lived in ordinary days — in how we pray, work, love, raise families, respond to hardship, spend, rest, serve and choose. A Life by His Design asks what that purpose looks like on an ordinary Tuesday, for a woman like you living in the modern world.

Islam continually brings us back to the day in front of us: to prayer, remembrance, repentance, intention and the reality that tomorrow is never guaranteed. What we repeatedly do with our days is shaping the life we will one day return to Allah with.

Indeed, Allah does not change the condition of a people until they change what is within themselves.
Surah Ar-Ra'd 13:11

Among the du'as the Prophet ﷺ made most frequently was: “O Turner of hearts, keep my heart firm upon Your deen.”

That is part of what these two days of retreat and conference are for: returning to the Qur'an and Sunnah, seeking knowledge, remembering what we forget, and renewing what keeps the heart anchored to Allah, so that what changes within us can shape how we live.

Two days, built in order

You wouldn't build a house without a foundation. This year we start with one, then build on it.

Day one — the retreat

24 Oct

Saturday

Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Venue: Grand Victorian Convention Centre
175 Derry Road E, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Z7

Building ME: Women's Retreat

The Nourished Heart: Faith, Balance & Inner Renewal

Before we build, we begin with the foundation: the heart.

The Nourished Heart is an intimate women's retreat created to help you step away from everyday demands and make space for your faith, wellbeing, and connection with Allah.

Through Islamic learning, reflection, wellness, meaningful activities, and sisterhood, take a day to pause, reconnect, and renew.

More details

Fully interactive • Reflective • Wellness • Sister-focused

A thoughtfully designed day with Sunnah-inspired breakfast and lunch, plus opportunities to learn, reflect, connect and recharge.

What to expect

Islamic learning and spiritual reflectionMeaningful reminders and knowledge that nourish faith and deepen your connection with Allah.
Guided activities and meaningful conversationsThoughtful exercises and honest conversations that invite reflection and growth.
Wellness and renewalSpace to care for yourself, restore balance, and tend to your wellbeing.

Who it's for. Women seeking a meaningful day of spiritual nourishment, personal reflection, wellness, and genuine connection with other sisters.

Give yourself this day. Nourish your heart, reconnect with Allah, and prepare for the journey ahead.

Day two — the conference

25 Oct

Sunday

Time: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm EDT
Venue: Grand Victorian Convention Centre
175 Derry Road E, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Z7

Being ME Conference

A full day of faith, learning and connection

A full day of Islamic knowledge, inspiration, transformation and empowerment, open to ages 12 and up.

More details

Hear from scholars and educators, engage in thought-provoking discussions, explore the marketplace, and connect with a community of women exploring life's many chapters through the lens of faith.

Come ready to learn something new, reflect with intention, connect with others, and leave inspired to live a life by His design.

Who it's for. Women and girls ages 12 and up who want to learn, grow, reconnect with their faith, and be part of a welcoming community.

Attendees in a Being ME conference session

Retreat: tickettailor.com/events/beingme/2431057
Conference: tickettailor.com/events/beingme/2428036

Speakers

Joining us for A Life by His Design.

UstadhaTaimiyyah Zubair

Renowned Qur'an educator and teacher, inspiring deeper reflection and connection with the Qur'an.
Sr.Eaman Attia

Educator and mentor focused on spiritual growth, Qur'anic reflection and positive transformation.
UstadhaLobna Mulla

Speaker and educator exploring marriage, family and healthy Muslim homes.
Dr.Rania Awaad

Islamic scholar, physician and educator bridging Islamic tradition, spirituality and mental health.

Session topics and timings will be confirmed with registration.

Inside the conference day

Women standing shoulder to shoulder with arms around each other at a Being ME conference

The main hall

The heart of the day happens in one room, together. Speakers, in-depth analysis, shared journeys, panels and Q&A, with the whole conference sitting down for all of it.

More to experience

Beyond the main sessions, there are experiences designed to bring our community together.

Format

Memorization • Tajweed • Fluency • Sisters-only • Live recitation opportunity

Qur'an competition

The Being ME Qur'an competition is back

Come showcase your love for the Qur'an in a sisters-only space.

More details

Selected participants will have the opportunity to recite live at the Being ME Conference.

Bring your love for the Qur'an, share your recitation, and let your journey be celebrated.

Who it's for

Muslimah community leaders • Organizers • Educators • Professionals • Volunteers • Changemakers

Leaders' Summit

Connect. Collaborate. Create change.

A dedicated gathering for Muslimah leaders, organizers, educators, professionals, volunteers and changemakers.

More details

Bring your experience, your questions and your ideas, and connect with women committed to building stronger, more connected communities.

What you'll find

Muslim-owned businesses • Modest fashion • Books • Wellness • Handmade goods • Gifts • Community organizations

Marketplace

Discover. Shop. Support.

Explore Muslim-owned businesses, modest fashion, books, wellness, handmade goods, gifts and community organizations.

More details

Stalls and shoppers at the Being ME marketplace

Come browse, discover new favourites, and support the incredible women and businesses that help our community thrive.

Also on the day

Gift shop — consignment space for new businesses
ASL interpretation — available in the main hall
Mobility support — seating and access support available
Bring your ally — non-Muslim friends are welcome

Photographs are from previous Being ME conferences. Session topics and the full programme are confirmed with registration.

Being ME 2026 conference save-the-date poster: A Life by His Design, 10 · 25 · 26, attendbm.com

Make space for your heart

Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.
Surah Ar-Ra'd 13:28

Two days. One journey.
Faith. Reflection. Sisterhood. Learning. Renewal.

Begin with a nourished heart. Gather with your community. And leave inspired to embrace every chapter — and live a life by His design.

Grand Victorian Convention Centre
175 Derry Road E, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Z7

Join us — October 24 & 25

Connect and empower Muslim women and girls in faith, to ignite change.

The ME stands for Muslimah Empowered

Being ME is a registered Canadian non-profit working to connect Muslim women and girls in faith to ignite change. It began as a single conference in 2011 and now runs a portfolio of events built around faith, confidence, action and community.

The conference exists to give Muslim women an outlet to speak about the reality of their lives and the work they do that benefits others — becoming pillars that support each other and the deen.

Attendees taking notes during a Being ME conference session

Join the Toronto Conference Team

Are you passionate about serving the Muslim community and making a meaningful impact?

Being ME is a transformative Muslimah-only conference, and we're looking for enthusiastic team members like you to help bring this event to life.

We have diverse teams to match your interests — HR, logistics, outreach, social media, hospitality and more.

Apply to join the team

Why join the team?

Gain valuable experience and build skills
Work with an amazing sisterhood
Contribute to an inspiring event for Muslim women

Know someone who'd be perfect? Send them the form.