Islamic Relief Canada
Independently reviewed by HalalWallet · Last reviewed July 2026
100% reaches the charity
Should you give your Zakat to Islamic Relief Canada?
Islamic Relief Canada scores 3/3 on HalalWallet's transparency scale and is Zakat-eligible. An independent affiliate of Islamic Relief Worldwide delivering emergency relief, development, and orphan sponsorship programs worldwide, inspired by Islamic values.
About Islamic Relief Canada
Islamic Relief Canada (Burlington, ON) is an independent affiliate of Islamic Relief Worldwide and one of the most independently scrutinized Muslim charities in Canada. It reports reaching over 4.4 million people through 113+ projects in its 2025 impact report, publishes audited financial statements prepared under Canadian accounting standards, and files annual T3010 returns with the CRA. Charity Intelligence Canada rates it 5/5 stars with a 'Good' demonstrated-impact rating and named it a 2025 Top 100 Rated Charity.
Where they work: Global programs through the Islamic Relief Worldwide network (offices in 30+ countries), plus Canadian domestic projects
Causes & programs
Zakat policy
100% Zakat Policy
Publishes a dedicated Zakat page explaining eligibility (nisab) and distribution to the eight Quranic categories. Source: islamicreliefcanada.org/our-work/zakat
Always confirm a charity's current Zakat policy on its own website before giving. 100% of your donation goes to Islamic Relief Canada — HalalWallet never takes a cut.
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