Phase I is fully occupied. Phase II is open and growing. Phase III planning is underway. But we need the community’s support to make it a reality.
Phase Two of the cemetery officially opened in January 2024. This phase adds 4,500 new burial spaces to support our growing community. In just the first year, over 300 burials have taken place.
While Phase Two is operational, important infrastructure remains to be completed:
These enhancements are essential for maintaining the dignity and sustainability of the cemetery grounds. Community support is needed to help us complete this work.
As Ottawa’s Muslim population grows, so does the need for long-term planning. Phase III will add another 4,500 burial spaces, ensuring that OMC continues to serve future generations.
Phase III is not just an expansion—it is a necessary step to guarantee that every member of our community has a dignified final resting place.
The Ottawa Muslim Cemetery operates as a non-profit organization and relies on community donations. Your support will:
Your contribution ensures that the Ottawa Muslim community will always have a sacred space for burial, in accordance with Islamic traditions.
Help us expand and maintain Ottawa’s only Muslim cemetery for current and future generations.
The Ottawa Muslim Cemetery is offering a one-time pre-sale of 500 grave lots—once they are sold, no additional pre-sale graves will be available. This is your opportunity to secure your final resting place next to your loved ones before this offer ends.