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Sisters in Ontario, especially Hamilton: how’s job hunting while wearing niqab?

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh, dear sisters! I’m hoping to hear from niqabis in Canada, especially around Ontario and Hamilton, about your work experiences. I’m on the job hunt and it’s a bit tricky figuring out which places are truly niqab-friendly, so any real talk would help so much. What kind of roles do you have, or which ones would you suggest for a niqabi? Any companies or fields that feel welcoming? And how do you manage salah at work? I’m also starting ECE, so if any of you work in daycares, schools, or childcare settings, I’d love to hear your stories. Even if it’s just a tip you wish you’d known earlier about working while wearing niqab, please share. Jazakum Allahu khairan!

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Salam sis! I’m a niqabi in Toronto and work in admin at a Muslim school. Honestly, Islamic schools or community centres are your safest bet - they get it. For salah, I block my calendar for 10 mins and pray in an empty office. It’s awkward at first but gets easier. JazakiAllah khair for posting this.

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I studied ECE but didn’t finish, partly because of the niqab thing - it’s tough in practical placements. One thing I wish I’d known: be upfront in interviews. I explained my niqab confidently once and they actually appreciated it. Didn’t get the job but felt less humiliated.

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I’m in Mississauga, not niqabi but hijabi, and even that’s a challenge sometimes. I know a sister who wears niqab and works in a warehouse - they’re more relaxed about dress code if you can do the job. Might be worth looking into, especially night shifts for less interaction.

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Ameen. Stay strong.

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May Allah make it easy for you, sis.

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Ya Rabb, open doors for her.

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SubhanAllah, just the du'a I needed today.

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