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The Aga Khan Museum Welcomes Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan and Saira Bhojani to its Board of Directors

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The Aga Khan Museum Welcomes Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan and Saira Bhojani to its Board of Directors
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The Aga Khan Museum Welcomes Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan and Saira Bhojani to its Board of Directors

2026-08-11 23:32 Last Updated At:23:40

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 11, 2026--

The Aga Khan Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan and Saira Bhojani to its Board of Directors.

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Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan joins the Board with a deep commitment to arts and culture. He brings an international outlook shaped by working with the Aga Khan Foundation and Aga Khan Music Programme. Committed to advancing pluralism and cultural dialogue, Prince Aly brings a fresh perspective that will help guide the Museum as it continues to evolve, engage new audiences, and expand its impact both in Canada and internationally. Prince Aly is the son of His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV and brother of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V.

Joining him on the Board is Saira Bhojani, Partner at Torys LLP and one of Canada's leading tax lawyers. Ms. Bhojani is widely respected for her expertise advising major institutional investors and private equity firms on complex transactions, governance, and strategic matters. She is already familiar to many within the Aga Khan Museum leadership team, having worked as an independent member of the Museum's Finance and Audit Committee since 2025. Her thoughtful counsel, collaborative approach, and deep understanding of governance make her a valuable addition to the Board.

"We are delighted to welcome Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan and Saira Bhojani to the Aga Khan Museum's Board of Directors," said Tom Lentz, Vice Chair of the Board of Directors. "Prince Aly brings a genuine passion for the arts, a global perspective, and the voice of a new generation that will help shape the Museum's future as we continue to grow our reach and relevance. Saira has already demonstrated her commitment to the Museum through her work with our Finance and Audit Committee, and her exceptional expertise in governance and strategic decision-making will be an important asset to the Board. Together, they strengthen our ability to advance the Museum's mission and long-term vision."

Prince Aly and Ms. Bhojani join the Museum's 14-member Board of Directors, chaired by Prince Amyn Aga Khan. Their appointments reinforce the Museum's commitment to strong governance, innovation, and cultural leadership.

About the Aga Khan Museum

The Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, Canada, has been established and developed by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC), which is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). Through permanent and temporary exhibitions, educational activities and performing arts, the Museum’s mission is to spark wonder, curiosity, and understanding of Muslim cultures and their connection with other cultures through the arts. Designed by architect Fumihiko Maki, the Museum shares a 6.8-hectare site with Toronto’s Ismaili Centre, which was designed by architect Charles Correa. The surrounding landscaped park was designed by landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic.

Saira Bhojani, board member, Aga Khan Museum

Saira Bhojani, board member, Aga Khan Museum

Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan, board member, Aga Khan Museum

Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan, board member, Aga Khan Museum

HERNING, Denmark (AP) — The United States shut out Finland 5-0 on Sunday to advance to the final of the women’s ice hockey worlds.

The defending champion will face the winner of the other semifinal between Canada and Sweden in Monday’s gold medal game.

Captain Hilary Knight had a goal and added an assist with Kelly Pannek, Alex Carpenter, Caroline Harvey and Lacey Eden also scoring.

Aerin Rankel stopped 17 shots for her eighth career worlds shutout and 19th victory.

The Americans jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the opening period after Pannek netted the opener from the low slot 6:36 in and Knight fed Carpenter with a backhand pass from behind the net to double the advantage with 3:26 remaining.

Harvey, Eden and Knight extended the lead to 5-0 in the span of 1:35 in the second period.

Tournament leading scorer Harvey moved on to 15 points from six games. Knight extended her record point tally to 130 with 74 goals and 56 assists in 93 games at the worlds.

Finland pulled goalie Sanni Ahola, who made 20 saves, after the second period, with Emilia Kyrkko taking over and finishing with nine saves.

Finland will next play in the bronze-medal game after finishing third last year.

See AP’s full women’s hockey coverage here

United States players celebrate after their win in the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

United States players celebrate after their win in the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

United States' Lacey Eden celebrates after scoring her side's fourth goal during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

United States' Lacey Eden celebrates after scoring her side's fourth goal during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

United States' Caroline Harvey (4) celebrates after scoring her side's third goal during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

United States' Caroline Harvey (4) celebrates after scoring her side's third goal during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Finland's Sanni Rantala is challenged by United States' Hilary Knight during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Finland's Sanni Rantala is challenged by United States' Hilary Knight during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Finland's goaltender Sanni Ahola, second left, reacts after she fails to stop a shot by the United States' Hilary Knight (21) for the team's fifth goal during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Finland's goaltender Sanni Ahola, second left, reacts after she fails to stop a shot by the United States' Hilary Knight (21) for the team's fifth goal during the semifinal match between the United States and Finland at the Women's Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning, Denmark, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

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