Three participants at an MCC award presentation holding a framed Lifetime Achievement Award for Shaikh Ahmad Kutty
Presentation of MCC's Lifetime Achievement Award to Shaikh Ahmad Kutty at the Annual General Meeting, 20 September 2026. Photograph supplied for the MCC Newsletter.

The Muslim Circle of Canada honoured Shaikh Ahmad Kutty with a Lifetime Achievement Award during its Annual General Meeting on 20 September 2026. The recognition celebrated more than five decades of Islamic scholarship, teaching, religious guidance and service to Muslim communities in Canada and beyond.

Shaikh Kutty serves as Resident Scholar and Senior Lecturer at the Islamic Institute of Toronto. His work has spanned Islamic jurisprudence, education, counselling, ethics and community engagement. Through teaching, writing and personal mentorship, he has contributed to Islamic learning and community life over many years.

The award was presented by MCC Chairman Shahin Siddiquee, with MCC Organisational Secretary Sayef Ahmed also present.

The honour reflects MCC's appreciation for a distinguished career dedicated to connecting Islamic knowledge with practical service, mentorship and care for the wider community.

Source: Official MCC Lifetime Achievement Award announcement.