Buying a home, saving for the future and protecting your family without riba (interest) is a priority for many Muslim families in Atlantic Canada. But finding clear, local answers about halal mortgages, Islamic finance and Islamic wills in Canada is not always easy. This November, you can get those answers in person, in one place, for the price of an Atlantic Halal Expo Visitor Pass.
The Atlantic Halal Expo takes place on November 6 and 7, 2026, at the Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre. Alongside 40+ exhibitors, the program includes a full track of finance and family planning sessions led by people who work in this space every day.
The halal finance sessions at a glance
Halal mortgages
- Halal Mortgage 101 with Zuhair Naqvi of EQRAZ. Friday, November 6 at 1:00 PM.
- Halal Mortgage Q&A with Zuhair Naqvi of EQRAZ. Saturday, November 7 at 10:15 AM. Bring your questions.
Islamic finance and investing
- Islamic Finance 101 with Dr. Mohamad Sawwaf of Manzil. Friday, November 6 at 2:00 PM.
- Islamic Finance and the Circular Economy with Dr. Mohamad Sawwaf of Manzil. Saturday, November 7 at 11:30 AM.
- Panel: Beyond Interest: Building a Halal Investment Portfolio in Canada with Dr. Mohamad Sawwaf (Manzil), Sheikh Navaid Aziz, Hash Assad (IG Wealth Management) and Zuhair Naqvi (EQRAZ). Saturday, November 7 at 3:30 PM.
Islamic wills and estate planning
- Brief Intro: How to Create an Islamic Will with Sheikh Navaid Aziz. Saturday, November 7 at 11:00 AM.
- How to Create an Islamic Will with Sheikh Navaid Aziz and Hash Assad of IG Wealth Management. Saturday, November 7 at 2:00 PM.
See every session across both days in the full Atlantic Halal Expo 2026 schedule.
Who these talks are for
- First time homebuyers in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI and Newfoundland and Labrador who want to understand how a halal mortgage works in Canada
- Families who already own a home and want to learn about switching to a riba free option
- Young professionals starting to save and invest who want a Shariah compliant portfolio
- Parents and grandparents who want to write an Islamic will that also works under Canadian law
- Newcomers who want to understand their options before making a big financial decision
- Anyone curious about how Islamic finance works and why more Canadians are interested in it
Why go in person instead of reading online?
There is plenty of general information online, but much of it is written for other countries or other provinces. At the expo you can hear from Canadian providers and scholars, ask follow up questions, and talk one on one with exhibitors on the floor between sessions. You can also compare approaches side by side in a single weekend instead of booking separate meetings.
Saturday is a strong day to bring your spouse or parents, since the Islamic will sessions and the halal investing panel run back to back in the afternoon.
Questions to bring with you
- How does a halal mortgage differ from a conventional mortgage in Canada?
- What does the process look like in Atlantic Canada specifically?
- What should I look for when comparing Shariah compliant investment options?
- How do I make sure my Islamic will is valid under provincial law?
- Where do I start if I have never done any financial planning before?
Please note: these sessions are educational. Speak with a qualified financial, legal or religious advisor about your own situation before making decisions.
What it costs
Every talk listed above is included with the Atlantic Halal Expo Visitor Pass. Early bird passes are $10 until October 31, 2026, then $25. One pass covers both days, plus the full exhibition floor and food samplings.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I learn about halal mortgages in Halifax? The Atlantic Halal Expo in Halifax on November 6 and 7, 2026 includes Halal Mortgage 101 and a Halal Mortgage Q&A with Zuhair Naqvi of EQRAZ.
Is there an Islamic finance event in Nova Scotia? Yes. The Atlantic Halal Expo features Islamic Finance 101, Islamic Finance and the Circular Economy, and a panel on building a halal investment portfolio in Canada.
Will there be a session on how to write an Islamic will? Yes. Sheikh Navaid Aziz leads two Islamic will sessions on Saturday, November 7, one of them with Hash Assad of IG Wealth Management.
Do I need a separate ticket for the finance talks? No. All speaker sessions on the main schedule are included with the Atlantic Halal Expo Visitor Pass.
How much is the visitor pass? $10 early bird until October 31, 2026, then $25, for access to both days.
Get answers in one weekend
One pass, two days, and direct access to the people who can help you plan your financial future the halal way.