NEW FUNERAL & BURIAL SERVICE
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Objective and Vision:
As the cost of funeral arrangements is significant, families of the deceased often face difficulties in arranging the necessary funds for the burial of their loved ones. Since the funeral and burial of the deceased is Fard Kifaya (a communal obligation), we aim to create a sustainable process where community members contribute to ensuring that the deceased are buried with dignity, without imposing an undue financial burden on the families.
How will it work:
- To become a member of this plan, please fill out and submit the IAOS Funeral Membership form, a pre-authorized payment form, and a void cheque, emailed to funeral@iaosregina.com. Please note that the void cheque can be downloaded from your bank’s app or its online website and should be attached to the pre-authorized payment form emailed to funeral@iaosregina.com.
- The fillable pre-authorized payment form is available on the IAOS website at [IAOS Pre-Authorized Payment Form].
- The individual membership registration fee is $100 (one-time and non-refundable), payable to the Islamic Association of Saskatchewan (IAOS), Regina Inc.
- The family membership registration fee is $200 (one-time and non-refundable), payable to the Islamic Association of Saskatchewan (IAOS), Regina Inc.
- Upon the death of a member or a family member of a member, the cost of burial will be distributed among all the members (member burial cost). This cost is expected to be around $30, based on the assumption that we will have a minimum of 100 members. If the number of members increases, the cost will be lower. Similarly, the cost could be higher if the number of members is lower.
What Services will be provided:
- Funeral Home Costs: This includes the burial permit and transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the Masjid and from the Masjid to the cemetery.
- Body Storage: The body will be kept in the cooler at the Masjid until burial.
- Washing and Shrouding: The funeral service will include the Islamic rituals of washing (Ghusl) and shrouding (Kafan).
- Plywood Casket: A plywood casket will be provided as part of the funeral services.
- Basic Plaque Marker: This will have the deceased’s name, date of birth and date of death.
- Burial Plot and Related Costs: Covers the cost of the burial plot, grave opening and closing, and the installation of a fiberglass dome at the Regina Muslim Cemetery.
- Alternative Arrangements: If the Regina Muslim Cemetery refuses to allow the burial, arrangements will be made for interment at Riverside Cemetery.
What Services will not be covered:
- Cost of Transfer: Charges will apply for the transfer of the deceased if the distance exceeds 50 km from IAOS Masjid (3273 Montague Street, Regina).
- Burial or Transfer Outside Regina: Costs will not be covered for the burial or transfer of the deceased outside of Regina.
- Embalming Services: Embalming (preserving the body for later burial) is not covered.
- Extra Costs: Any additional charges, such as grave opening and closing outside of regular working hours, on holidays, or on weekends, will be the responsibility of the family.
- Tombstone Charges: If burial is carried out at Riverside Cemetery, tombstone charges will apply and will not be covered.
If you have any questions or further inquiries, please email the IAOS Funeral Committee at funeral@iaosregina.com.