Toronto Ramadan 2027 timetable for prayer, Sehri and Iftar
Use this Toronto page for an interactive timetable showing prayer times throughout Ramadan 2027, accompanied by Sehri and Iftar guidance written for a northern winter city, so you can organise meals, prayers and daily routines accurately.
Sehri meals that keep you full
A good Toronto Sehri combines slow-release carbohydrates, protein and fluid: oats with yoghurt and nuts, eggs with wholegrain toast, or lentil soup on a freezing morning. Add fruit, skip very salty dishes, and drink water until the pre-dawn call.
Zakat al-fitr and giving in Toronto
Zakat al-fitr must be given before the Eid prayer, and mosques and Muslim charities across the Greater Toronto Area commonly collect it. Giving early helps families prepare, and Ramadan is also a natural time to support food banks and neighbours.
Moon sighting and Eid date confidence in Canada
Ramadan 2027 is expected to start near 8 February and finish near 9 March; Eid al-Fitr then falls on 9 or 10 March. Canadian communities may follow sighting or calculation, so dates vary slightly. Wait for your own mosque's announcement.
Reading the live prayer-time widget
The widget on this page shows Fajr, sunrise, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha for the selected day, with Sehri ending at dawn and Iftar at sunset. Check it daily rather than memorising one date, because the times move gradually.
Getting around in the GTA during Ramadan
Traffic builds before sunset, and the TTC, GO services and highways can be crowded when people hurry to Iftar. Leave early, pack dates, and expect some restaurants to alter hours. Winter weather can also add delays, so allow extra time.
Mosques, community iftars and Taraweeh
Toronto's mosques and Islamic centres host community Iftars and Taraweeh through the month, and some also run programmes for families and youth. Confirm schedules directly, arrive early on weekends, and respect parking rules and neighbours near busy centres.
Itikaf and extra time in the mosque
Itikaf, traditionally observed in the last ten days, means staying in the mosque for worship. Some Toronto centres organise it, often with registration. If you cannot manage ten days, ask a scholar about shorter periods and prepare your work leave.
Staying well in a Toronto winter while fasting
Cold air is drying and heated buildings add to it, so hydration still matters in February. Dress warmly for walks to the mosque, eat balanced meals at Iftar, and see a doctor if you have a chronic condition or take regular medication.
Mental focus, screens and spiritual goals
Choose a small number of goals, such as one daily portion of Quran, a charity habit and fewer hours online. Put social apps in a folder, silence notifications at prayer times, and review your goals weekly rather than judging yourself harshly.
Fasting, children and family routines
Children need not fast fully, and many families build up gradually with half-days or a single fasted day on weekends. Involve them in cooking, decorations and charity, keep school lunches sensible, and make Iftar a warm moment rather than a test.
New Muslims and first-time fasters
New to Islam or to fasting? Start with the basics: intention, Suhoor, sunset and the simple rules. Toronto has welcoming study circles and convert support groups, and one patient friend can ease worries about mistakes or missed days.
Breaking your fast on the road or in public
Sunset may arrive while you are on a streetcar, in a lecture hall or at work. Carry dates, nuts and water, step into a quiet corner, and pray Maghrib soon afterwards. Most people respect a short, discreet pause.
Missed fasts and how to make them up
Keep a written list of missed days from the start, noting the cause. After Ramadan, make them up in any month, ideally before the next Ramadan, choosing shorter winter days if that helps. Consult a scholar for any difficult situations.
Short winter days and longer days later in the month
Toronto's February fasts are among the shorter ones for a northern city, and daylight lengthens steadily toward March, so fasts grow slightly longer. Plan Suhoor a little earlier as the month progresses, and trust the widget for exact times.