Funeral Essentials

Islamic Funeral Process

Understanding the essential steps and requirements of an Islamic funeral service

1. Initial Contact

Contact us immediately after the passing for prompt assistance and guidance.

2. Ghusl

Ritual washing of the deceased performed by qualified individuals.

3. Janazah Prayer

Funeral prayer performed by the community at the mosque.

4. Burial

Islamic burial in designated Muslim cemetery sections.

Required Documents

Essential Documents

  • Death Certificate
  • Government-issued ID of deceased
  • Health Card
  • Social Insurance Number

Additional Documents

  • Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
  • Will or Testament (if available)
  • Insurance Documents
  • Membership Information

Islamic Guidelines

Islamic funeral practices are guided by specific principles and traditions that ensure dignity and respect for the deceased while providing comfort to the bereaved family.

  • Burial should take place as soon as possible after death
  • The body must be handled with utmost respect and gentleness
  • Only same-gender individuals should perform the washing
  • The body should be wrapped in simple white cloth
Islamic Guidelines

Funeral Steps and Key Contacts

What to do if the need arises

Key Contacts

Call funeral coordinators:

Abu Nabil: 519-563-9800
Walid Hamed: 519-999-4424

OR you may call one of the following masjid mosques for funeral arrangement:

  • Dominion Masjid
  • AlHija Mosque

Funeral Services Provided

Funeral services through the above mosques include:

Release of Body
Transportation of Body to Masjid
Preparation for Burial
Coffin (Box) and Kafan (Shroud)
Cold Storage
Registration of Death
Securing Burial Permit
Transportation to the Cemetery
Full Burial
Salatul Janaza (Prayer for the deceased)

Salatul Janaza

The Salatul Janaza can be performed at Dominion Masjid. There are separate prayer areas for brothers and sisters.

Death Announcement

Death announcement to the community can be arranged through WIA and WEMC email, voice and text message notifying them of the Janaza.

Ghusul and Burial Steps

Detailed instructions for performing the Islamic ritual washing and burial process

Download our comprehensive guide on the proper Islamic procedures for Ghusul and burial. This document provides step-by-step instructions to ensure these important rituals are performed correctly.

Download Ghusul and Burial Guide