Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat, Ottawa

The Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat in Ottawa serves as the representational office of the Ismaili Imamat in Canada and is the headquarters of the Aga Khan Foundation Canada. Opened in 2008, this architecturally stunning building, designed by Fumihiko Maki and Moriyama & Teshima, features a unique design inspired by rock crystal, with a glass dome and a traditional Islamic garden. It functions as a de facto embassy for the Nizari Ismailis and hosts public tours, making it an intriguing destination for tourists and researchers interested in Islamic culture and architecture. The building has received multiple architectural awards, including the 2012 Governor General’s Medals in Architecture.