Many Muslim Canadians face challenges in obtaining conventional mortgages due to the prohibition of interest (riba) in Islam. Halal mortgages offer an alternative, structured to comply with Shariah law, allowing for profit-sharing instead of interest payments. There are three main types: Musharaka (partnership), Murabaha (cost plus profit), and Ijara (lease). Currently, only a few institutions in Canada provide halal mortgages, which tend to have higher costs than conventional options. The 2024 federal budget aims to expand access to these financing methods.
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