About Us

About our organization

Welcome

Uplifting our community through compassionate support

Welcome to IslamicFamily, where compassion and community come first. Rooted in the values of empathy, inclusivity, and support, our mission is to support the whole person flourish in our community and beyond by offering comprehensive support.

Our Story

From humble beginnings
to lasting impact

1986

The Beginning

Opening to the community in Uncle Jalals basement

1992

Making it Official

IFSSA Legal Incorporation

1992-1995

Our Commitment

Supporting Bosnian refugees

2000

Food Bank Grows

Tiny South Warehouse opens for food aid

2009

Expanding Services

Outreach and counselling program begins

2010

Youth Empowerment

The youth program launches

2015-2016

Housing Stability

Housing project officially begins

2016

Refugee Sponsor

Achieved refugee sponsorship agreement holder status

2016

Nurturing the Community

Partnership established with Edmonton Food Bank

2016

Creative Community Tapestry

The Prayer Rug initiative starts

2018

Prison Support

Launch of the prison programming initiative

2018

Empowering Artisans

Global Stitches starts for refugee women

2020

Community Hub

Roots on Six opens to foster community bonds

2020

Digital Innovation

Launch of Transform for digital community work

2020

Setting Standards

Imagine Canada accreditation achieved

2022

A New Space

The Hüb officially opens

2024

Our New Identity

Re-branding as IslamicFamily

Our Mission

Supporting the whole person flourish in the community

Our mission is to uplift our community through culturally sensitive and compassionate care, ensuring every individual has access to safe spaces, support, and opportunities for holistic growth.
Two men standing outdoors on a sunny day, smiling while holding packages of meat labeled 'Halal Meat,' with cars and a warehouse setting in the background.A woman wearing a colorful headscarf and a green shirt sits cross-legged, holding flowers behind her ears, smiling warmly against a backdrop of layered green and cream drapery.

Our Values

Guided by inclusivity, empathy, and community

Inclusivity

Our doors are open to everyone. We support people of all backgrounds and beliefs.

Compassion

We lead with care, ensuring everyone who approaches us feels heard, valued, and understood.

Community-led

Our programs are built through conversations with our community, responding directly to real needs.

Our Services

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