The Muslim marriage app for Ottawa.
Zawaj helps Muslims in Ottawa who are ready for marriage meet each other with clear intentions, with written proposals instead of swiping and your family involved when you choose.
A capital city with professionals, students and families.
Ottawa’s Muslim community includes public servants, students at the city’s universities, health and technology professionals, and long-established families from Arab, Somali, South Asian and other backgrounds.
Many people here moved for study or work and have no family close by, which makes the usual round of introductions harder. Zawaj helps people who are ready for nikah find each other, with family able to join from wherever they live.
Built for how Ottawa Muslims actually search.
Everyone is there for nikah
No casual dating and no endless swiping. Written proposals make it clear that people are serious.
Filters that matter
Search by practice, sect, background and location, in Ottawa or across Canada, so you can find someone who shares your priorities.
Family involved, your way
Once a proposal is accepted, talk by message, voice or video call, and bring your wali in with the Chaperone/Wali feature.
Far from family, still involving them.
If your family lives in another city or country, the Chaperone/Wali feature lets them take part in conversations remotely. See also our page for Muslim professionals.
Marriage in Canada is regulated by each province. To be legally married you generally need a marriage licence and a ceremony performed by an officiant registered in that province. Many imams are registered, so the nikah can also be the legal marriage. Our nikah in Canada guide explains more.
Common questions from Ottawa.
Is Zawaj available in Ottawa?
Yes. Zawaj is free to join on iOS and Android in Ottawa, Ontario and across Canada.
Is an Islamic marriage legally recognised in Ottawa?
Marriage is regulated by each province. You generally need a provincial marriage licence and an officiant registered in the province, and many imams are registered. Check what applies to you with your officiant or the provincial office.
Is Zawaj a dating app?
No. Zawaj is a Muslim marriage app. Everyone is there looking for nikah, and you can involve your family or wali throughout.
More for your search.
Nearby: Toronto, Montreal, Mississauga. See Zawaj in Canada, or visit our page for Muslim women.
Meet Muslims in Ottawa who are serious about marriage.
Download Zawaj free — Muslims in Ottawa and worldwide, searching for marriage.
