Who We Are

Mariam is a lawyer with a Juris Doctor degree and an Honours B.A. in business and psychology. She has founded and directed several non-profit organizations in Canada, driven by her commitment to philanthropic initiatives and community engagement. Mariam’s passion extends beyond legal practice: she is deeply committed to creating inclusive community spaces where everyone feels a sense of belonging. She is dedicated to empowering individuals to take the lead in shaping more sustainable and dynamic programming at OIL, so that the organization not only educates but also inspires the next generation.

Zubina is a Board-certified Internal Medicine physician. She has held leadership positions in medicine and administration in the USA and Canada. Zubina has been published and lectured on many topics in medicine and women’s health. With her family, she relocated to Toronto to enjoy the rich cultural environment of the big city. They have attended OIL programs for over 15 years and are avid supporters of progressive organizations across North America that promote Islamic pride by developing Muslim leaders and creating a positive image of Islam. When not working towards these passions, Zubina enjoys cooking, entertaining, boating, skiing and travelling with her husband and two children.

A Chartered Professional Accountant by profession, Murtaza also enjoys doing charitable work and his involvement with OIL is a way to give back to the community at large. During his spare time, Murtaza enjoys badminton, music, travelling, reading, walking, swimming and helping the underprivileged.

Professionally, Abdulaziz’s expertise lies in project management and logistics within the energy field. His dedication to this organization stems from his deep belief in being a catalyst for change and serving humanity, as well as the opportunities for self-awareness and personal growth that come from communities such as OIL. His interests include Islamic research, self-development from the Quranic prospective, gardening, as well as carrier and council support services.

Sumaiya brings her background in law (UK) and anti-money laundering (Canada) to OIL’s management board. After moving to Canada without her family, she found the organization was a good way to become more part of the community and build bonds. She says OIL makes her feel at home as it is very similar to the community in which she grew up in England: small and open-minded. Sumaiya enjoys travelling, walking, coffee and spending time with her friends, family and husband.