Sheikh Ismael Ibrahim Al-Mukhtar has been one of the key leaders of the Manitoba Muslim
community for over three decades. His extensive and wide-ranging community contributions
include serving as president of the Manitoba Islamic Association, editor-in-chief of the Manitoba
Muslim Magazine, volunteer imam, and counselor. He is an Islamic intellectual, regularly
lecturing and writing on Muslim issues. He is the author of two books in English: Manitoba
Muslims A History of Resilience and Growth and Milestones in the History of Islam in Eritrea.
His third book in Arabic is scheduled to be released this year. He is a Chartered Professional
Accountant (CPA). He is a recipient of a number of awards from the City of Winnipeg and the Province of Manitoba.