EDMONTON -- Haseeb Azhar says it felt odd hugging a Muslim co-worker and friend in Edmonton as he wished him a happy Eid. “Some people were hesitating -- it felt very weird,” said the manager at a steel manufacturing company. “Since it was a weekday, I had to go back to work after to finish up my meetings. Later we're gathering with family and friends and celebrating without any restrictions.” Muslims across Canada are celebrating a sombre Eid-ul-Adha this week as some gather in person for the first time since the pandemic began, while others continue commemorating the festival while maintaining a safe distance.