Islamic Restoration Society

04/08/2026

This year, IRES worked really hard to bring the Eid festivities to our incarcerated brothers. Thank you to all of our volunteers, supporters, and jerusalemshawarma for helping to make this happen!

Read more about it here: https://islamicrestorationsociety.org/category/activities/

IRES Calgary. Islamic Restoration Society Canada. IRES Canada: Empowering Muslims to reach their full potential by restoring broken bonds!

03/18/2026

On behalf of the entire IRES team, we wish you all a beautiful Eid Al-Fitr surrounded by the love and grace of Allah SWT.

As we celebrate, we are thankful for the togetherness and dedication of our board members, volunteers, and YOU, our incredible community! Eid Mubarak!

03/18/2026

On March 13, the Islamic Restoration Society (IRES) had the honor of hosting a distinguished Justice System Iftar Dinner at the Dalhousie Community Association, generously supported by the Calgary Foundation.

The evening brought together a remarkable group of honorable guests, including respected officials and representatives from across the justice system, united around a shared table to break the fast. Among our distinguished guests were Amtul Siddiqui, Chair of the Calgary Police Commission; Asif Rashid, Deputy Chief of Calgary Police Services; Nader Khalil, Corporal at RCMP National Security; Jeremy Butterworth, Acting Warden of Correctional Service Canada Drumheller Institution; Andrew Leaman, Deputy Warden of Correctional Service Canada Bowden Institution; and Brent Boardman, Deputy Director of Calgary Correctional Centre.

Their insightful and inspiring speeches enlightened us and added great meaning and depth to the evening, making the gathering even more memorable.

Our guests enjoyed a thoughtfully prepared and diverse menu by Jarusselam Shawarma, while the elegant organization and décor by The Ours Co. created a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reflected the spirit of the night.

Behind the scenes, a dedicated and passionate team of volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was in place. Their commitment and sincerity transformed the evening into a truly exceptional experience.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our IRES volunteers and everyone who contributed to and attended this meaningful gathering. We are truly grateful to have such a strong and caring community—together, we are a growing family that continues to strengthen and expand with each passing day.

03/17/2026

Our 5th Annual Justice System Dinner was an immensely special night for us. We’re still celebrating!

Thank you to our incredibly community.

& a huge thank you to qissamedia.ca, our insanely talented media team!

03/16/2026

This past weekend, IRES hosted its 5th annual Justice System dinner. We were so thankful to have everyone come out to spend their Friday night with us. We truly appreciate the encouragement from our community & we know that it’s only with your support that we can continue to do this work!

Thank you again! & thank you to Jerusalem Shawarma, Calgary Foundation, and our many volunteers for helping to make this all possible.

03/15/2026

Honored to attend a beautiful community Iftar at Calgary City Hall, hosted by Councillor Raj Dhaliwal in collaboration with Islamic Relief. It was truly inspiring to see so many community leaders come together in the spirit of Ramadan, unity, and service.

A heartfelt thank you to Councillor Raj Dhaliwal, Islamic Relief, and Mayor Jeromy Farkas , who kindly joined us to open the fast. Your presence and support made this gathering even more meaningful.

Moments like these remind us how powerful community, reflection, and shared purpose can be.



Gratitude

03/10/2026

The Islamic Restoration Society is hosting its Annual Ramadan Justice System Dinner, bringing together members of the criminal justice system and the Muslim community.

This meaningful gathering aims to open space for dialogue, understanding, and collaboration while addressing the overrepresentation of Muslims within the justice system.

We are grateful for the support of Calgary Foundation in making this important conversation possible.

** Registration is required.

03/10/2026

This year, dedicate your Fitrana to supporting Muslims both in and out of prison walls. Invest in our brothers and sisters and see how, together, we can build stronger and safer communities.

https://islamicrestorationsociety.org/donate/

03/08/2026

We thank Honourable Tanya Fir, Alberta's Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women, for the kind and supportive message. IRES 1st Fundraising Iftar

03/08/2026

Last night’s Fundraising Iftar Dinner was truly a beautiful and inspiring gathering.

Our hall was filled with remarkable guests, respected community members, generous sponsors, and distinguished speakers who shared powerful words and meaningful contributions. Each moment of the evening reflected the strength, generosity, and unity of our community.

The venue was beautifully prepared and decorated with the generous sponsorship of . After the program, our guests enjoyed a delicious iftar meal generously sponsored by , followed by delightful desserts sponsored by .

From the beginning to the end of the evening, our incredible volunteers worked tirelessly in every area of the event. Their dedication, kindness, and effort made this gathering truly special.

By the end of the night, the entire hall was filled with hope. It was such a beautiful iftar that not only our stomachs were satisfied, but our hearts were full as well.

We would like to sincerely thank everyone who contributed, supported, and participated in this meaningful evening.

It is you who fill the wagons of hope for IRES and send them forward.

03/05/2026

We’re very excited, see you on March 7th!