Muslim Burial Plan
Muslim Burial Plan (MBP)
Funeral and burial expenses have increased significantly in recent years, with costs now averaging $9,000 or more and continuing to rise. These expenses can place a considerable financial burden on families at a time of emotional loss.
Funeral and burial expenses have increased significantly in recent years, with costs now averaging $9,000 or more and continuing to rise. These expenses can place a considerable financial burden on families at a time of emotional loss.
The Council of Islamic Guidance Inc. (CIG) offers the Muslim Burial Plan (MBP) as a cooperative, non-profit initiative to support members and their families by facilitating essential burial services in accordance with Islamic (Jafri) practices.
What the MBP Provides
The plan coordinates core burial arrangements, including:
- Transportation to the Ghusal Khana at Al Mahdi Islamic Centre, Pickering
- Ghusal, Kafan, Salat-e-Mayyat, and burial rites
- Standard Kafan and wooden coffin (families may provide their own if preferred)
- Burial at a designated cemetery, including opening and closing services
- Talqeen recitation and burial documentation
Eligibility and Participation
Available to registered CIG members residing in the GTA
- A 3-month waiting period applies after approval and payment before coverage becomes effective
- Membership and MBP participation must be renewed annually by January 31
- Coverage applies only to members in good standing at the time of need
Contributions
Participation in the MBP requires:
- Annual CIG membership and MBP subscription fees
- A one-time initiation (enrollment) fee based on age at the time of joining
- Fees are structured to support the long-term sustainability of the Plan and are reviewed periodically.
Important Information
- The MBP is a cooperative community support program and not an insurance product
- Services are provided on a best-effort basis in accordance with the Plan’s policies
- Services are available only to MBP members in good standing
- Transportation outside the GTA and burial in non-designated cemeteries are not covered
- Certain cases may require licensed funeral service providers and may not be covered under the Plan
- Burial arrangements are subject to applicable regulations and operational considerations at the time of
need
Learn More
For complete details, including full terms, conditions, and fee structure:
👉 [View MBP Master Document (PDF)]
Contact 📧
ec@cig.ca