On Saturday, December 2, Yosif Al-Hasnawi had just stepped outside his mosque in Hamilton when he noticed an older man being harassed by two younger men on the sidewalk. He stepped in to help the older man, and was shot by one of the assailants. He later died in hospital.
Yosif was the oldest of 5 siblings. He was a first year student at Brock University, studying Medical Sciences. He dreamed of becoming a doctor one day.
Yosif was also a talented athlete, accomplished in boxing and basketball.
The community has lost a fine young man, senselessly killed while trying to help someone he had never met. We've lost someone who wanted to make a career of helping others.
To honour Yosif's memory, a scholarship in his name has been established at Brock University. Please consider donating to the scholarship fund to help keep Yosif's memory, and the ideals that guided his life, alive.
Donations over $20 will receive a charitable tax receipt.
To donate to the scholarship fund:
Donate online at www.brocku.ca/donate
In the box "Please select the designation of your gift" choose "Other", then in the box "If you selected Other, please specify the designation of this gift." type "Yosif Al-Hasnawi Memorial Fund"
By phone at 905-688-5550 ext. 4190.
Cheques payable to “Brock University” with “In memory of Yosif Al-Hasnawi" in the reference line can be mailed to:
Development and Alumni Relations
Brock University
1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way
St.Catharines, ON
L2S 3A1
