What to Do When a Death Occurs
Step 1
Contact the Masjid Immediately
As soon as a death occurs, contact Jamia Islamia Canada at 905-279-3040 or the masjid office. Be ready to provide the name of the deceased, time of death, place of death, and your contact information.
Step 2
Obtain the Required Release Documents
If the death occurred in a hospital or care facility, staff will issue the required release or death documentation. Funeral arrangements can begin only after this paperwork is completed.
Step 3
Do Not Make Independent Arrangements
Do not contact funeral homes, cemeteries, or transportation services on your own unless instructed. The masjid will guide you to ensure all steps follow Islamic requirements.
Step 4
Transportation to the Masjid
Once documentation is complete, the masjid will arrange transportation of the deceased to the masjid facility for preparation, if required.
Step 5
Ghusl and Preparation
Ghusl and kafan will be performed according to Islamic guidelines by trained individuals.
Step 6
Janazah Prayer
The masjid will coordinate and announce the Janazah prayer time once burial arrangements are confirmed.
Step 7
Burial
The deceased will be transported to the cemetery for burial. Cemetery related arrangements and fees are handled directly with the cemetery.
Step 8
After Burial
Family members are encouraged to observe Islamic etiquette, make duʿāʾ for the deceased, and maintain patience. The masjid can provide general guidance if needed.
If a death occurs at a hospital or care facility, hospital staff will guide the family through the initial steps and issue the required release documentation. Once documentation is completed, contact the masjid to begin funeral arrangements.
An official death certificate is issued by ServiceOntario after the death is registered. Applications will be sent by the funeral cordinator using the deceased’s basic information, and the certificate is mailed once processed.
Transportation of the deceased from the hospital or place of death to the masjid and then to the cemetery will be coordinated once documentation is complete.
The masjid provides general religious guidance and support to families throughout the funeral process. Families are encouraged to reach out for assistance and clarification during this difficult time.
For questions, information, or general inquiries, please contact JIC.
We welcome you to reach out and will do our best to respond as soon as possible
