Ismaili Muslims and Aga Khan

Aga Khan: It is not hard to understand why this country is special to the Aga Khan, who for more than 50 years has been the spiritual leader of the worlds 15 million Ismaili Muslims. Shocked in 1972 when Uganda suddenly expelled anyone of Asian descent, including thousands of Ismailis, he turned to Pierre Elliott Trudeau in his search for a haven. More Related to this Story, according to Globe and Mail. His Highness the Aga Khan The dangers of decentralization This week, the Aga Khan will be in Ottawa to address a joint session of Parliament, a signal honour reserved for a handful of extraordinary people who have a special relationship with Canada. Aga Khan wins Royal Architectural Institute of Canada #039;s highest honour (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.