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Local News Alberta
From Patient to Pioneer: Dr. Ilhan Ibrahim’s Journey of Healing and Representation
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On this National Physicians Day, we honour Dr. Ilhan Ibrahim — a trailblazing Somali, Black, Muslim physician whose path to medicine began not in a classroom, but in a hospital bed. From battling a rare illness as a child to becoming Edmonton’s first physician of her identity, Dr. Ibrahim’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and breaking barriers in healthcare.
Dr. Ilhan Ibrahim — Born in Toronto to a Somali immigrant mother, Ilhan moved to Edmonton at 10. Just a year later, her life took an unexpected turn. At age 12, she was diagnosed with acute thrombocytopenic purpura (ATP) — a rare blood disorder that led to a long and difficult hospitalization. During this time, Ilhan was forced to put aside many parts of her childhood, including her love for basketball, a sport she was passionate about. Even while receiving treatment, she often asked her oncologist, “When can I play basketball again?” — a question that revealed both her spirit and her determination to heal.
It was within the walls of the University of Alberta’s oncology department, as a young patient navigating uncertainty, that Ilhan first imagined a future as a doctor. The compassion, knowledge, and care she received there planted the seed of a dream — one that would later become her mission: to give back, to heal, and to be for others what her physicians had been for her.
Years later, that dream came full circle. Ilhan returned not as a patient, but as a physician, at the very community clinic where she once received care. Today, she holds the historic title of being the first Somali, Black, Muslim female doctor in Edmonton — a powerful testament to what’s possible when perseverance meets purpose.
Dr. Ilhan Ibrahim is not only a healthcare professional — she is a symbol of strength and representation. Her story touches communities who have long been underrepresented in medicine, and her presence in exam rooms brings comfort and understanding to those who see themselves in her.
Her identity as a Somali, Black, Muslim woman gives her a unique lens through which she practices medicine, one rooted in empathy, cultural awareness, and a deep commitment to equity. She is a voice for those whose stories are often left out of the narrative, and a mentor to those who dare to dream against the odds.
This National Physicians Day, we recognize and celebrate not just Dr. Ilhan Ibrahim’s medical achievements, but her legacy in the making — a legacy built on hope, healing, and heart.
Thank you, Dr. Ibrahim, for showing us that strength comes not from avoiding struggle, but from rising through it.
Historic recognition of Bengali New Year.
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DHAKA, April 14, 201 7 (ANV) - Premier of Alberta Rachel Notley wishes Bengali community of Alberta a happy Bengali New Year. Premier
conveyed her Bangla New Year's greetings to the members of Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta and the guests present were in the Minister of
Community and Social Services Honourable Irfan Sabir's (MLA, Calgary - McCall)luncheon at the Legislative Assembly of Alberta.
The Alberta New Democrat Caucus of parliament, in collaboration with the Provincial Assembly, a bill was raised in recognition of the Bengali New Year. Dennis sanmanita olarda, MLA, it was tabled in Parliament. It was welcomed by a huge applause respected legislator.
Honorable Speaker of the House of deep interest to the Bengali New Year Robert E. Warner said very seriously.
The Session at the Bangladesh Press Center of Alberta President, Bangladesh PressClub and Muktijuddah Sangshad of Canada Unit Executive Delwar Jahid, Bangladesh, Canada Association of Edmonton, Advocate Arif Khan, Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta President Masud Bhuiyan, MJMF Bangladesh sports Club of Alberta, Bangladesh Heritage Museum, including the anamura Rahman, Asia Views iuja and publisher Saifur Hassan, Zulfiqar Ahmed, Calgary NDP leader Vinay Dey, Tapas HOWLADER Society of Bengal, among others, to introduce the House leaders are especially honored.
Guest Gallery of Alberta and the parliament session today was full.
After, Alberta's historic recognition of the Bengali New Year the Cheerful celebrations were held in Edmonton Public Library premises.
On the other hand BCAE recognised Mr. Taher for his life time achivement in the community.
Kicks for Support Charity Soccer Event
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This event has been rescheduled from Sunday, May 22 to Saturday, May 28 due to weather conditions. We apologize for the inconvenience.
The players of the MJMF Bangladesh Sports Club are inviting the people of Edmonton to a sportive charity event in an effort to collect donations for the victims of the Fort McMurray wildfire. The sports event is organized by the MJMF Bangladesh Sports Club under the Mahinur Jahid Memorial Foundation (MJMF) in assistance with the Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA).
Nominees for the BHESA Ekushey Heritage Award 2016
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On January 25, 2016 the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) has decided on the nominees for the Ekushey Heritage Award 2016. Honoured will be three people of the community, Delwar Jahid, Ms. Morsheda Begum, Salma Jahan.
- Additional Resources:
- Additional Resources:
- Agro-Ocean
- Bangabandhu Development and Research Institute
- Bangladesh North American Journalists Network
- Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA)
- Coastal 19
- Delwar Jahid's Biography
- Diverse Edmonton
- Doinik Ekattorer Chetona
- Dr. Anwar Zahid
- Edmonton Oaths
- Motherlanguage Day in Canada
- Samajkantha News
- Step to Humanity Bangladesh
