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The IAOS Board has formed various committees, each comprising a small group of community members focused on a specific area of work — such as maintenance, communication, or fundraising. Committees make recommendations to the IAOS Board and may also be delegated certain responsibilities, while accountability remains with the Board.

Purpose:
  • Promote brotherhood and unity among Muslims.
  • Strengthen relationships with other Islamic institutions.
  • Encourage mutual understanding with the wider community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the IAOS website and publish newsletters.
  • Develop a community database and coordinate with Regina Huda School.
  • Facilitate communication with MSA, Muslims for Peace & Justice, and other organizations.
  • Engage media and government when required.
  • Provide reports to the IAOS Board every four months.

Purpose:
  • The fundraising committee oversees and conducts all fundraising activities for IAOS.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop strategic fundraising plans and financial targets.
  • Ensure ethical fundraising and proper donor acknowledgment.
  • Coordinate with other committees and external charities for joint efforts.
  • Provide quarterly reports to the Board.

Purpose:
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient IAOS facility conducive to prayer and education.
Duties:
  • Oversee building maintenance, utilities, and repairs.
  • Coordinate snow removal, lawn care, and safety measures.
  • Report quarterly to the Board on activities and needs.

Purpose:
  • Develop and manage membership growth, renewal, and elections.
Duties:
  • Encourage community membership and maintain records.
  • Oversee elections and member eligibility.
  • Recognize volunteer contributions and manage renewals.

Purpose:
  • Promote Islamic teachings, organize religious activities, and advise the Board on faith matters.
Duties:
  • Coordinate prayers, halaqas, and Quran programs.
  • Invite scholars and arrange Islamic conferences.
  • Assist in marriages, funerals, and religious counseling.

Purpose:
  • Promote unity and organize cultural, social, and leisure programs for the community.
Duties:
  • Host Eid gatherings, potlucks, and youth events.
  • Support refugees and new immigrants.
  • Provide social counseling and emergency support.

Purpose:
  • Encourage fitness and brotherhood through sports and recreational activities.
Duties:
  • Form community teams and organize tournaments.
  • Coordinate with MSA and Regina Huda School.
  • Promote healthy lifestyles across all age groups.

Purpose:
  • Assess infrastructure needs and develop long-term plans for mosques, schools, and community assets.
Duties:
  • Gather community data and forecast needs.
  • Work with local authorities on new facilities.
  • Develop short-term (3 years) and long-term (10 years) goals.

Purpose:
  • Provide dignified funeral and burial services in accordance with Islamic teachings.
Services:
  • Assist families through the burial process.
  • Coordinate with City of Regina and Speers Funeral Services.
  • Provide ghusl, kafan, and casket services.
  • Maintain funeral facility and communicate announcements.
  • Committee Contacts: Aas Malik (306 999 1666), Haji Chalchal (306 596 2606), Abdul Hameed Ashfaq (306 502 3771), Nafisa Chalchal (306 596 2607), Raheela Agha (306 201 6545)

Purpose:
  • Support Muslim business owners and professionals through networking and resources.
Duties:
  • Develop a database of local Muslim-owned businesses.
  • Provide mentorship, seminars, and marketing opportunities.
  • Encourage youth entrepreneurship.

Purpose:
  • Assist the Treasurer and Board in financial governance of IAOS.
Duties:
  • Support budgeting, auditing, and CRA compliance.
  • Review expenditures and strategic financial decisions.

Purpose:
  • Deliver and expand Islamic education for children, youth, and adults.
Duties:
  • Plan and manage Quran and Islamic education programs.
  • Prepare IAOS Education Calendar and oversee resources.
  • Report monthly to the Board with program updates.