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University Guelph and Growing Community

Guelph: One such example is Guelph Muslim community, according to Guelph Mercury. Guelph Muslim population has been growing steadily since the 1970s. While there has at times been friction as different groups attempt to live side by side, there have been many positive illustrations of multiculturalism. The first formal place of worship for Guelph Muslims was secured when a Muslim faculty member of the University of Guelph, Dr. In 1995, the steadily growing community obtained a property on Marlborough Road to accommodate its increasing population. D.B. Irving, obtained permission from the university to use a chapel in the university centre to hold services. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.