COVID Corner
The COVID Corner is the Jamat's easily accessible page for information relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. As updated information is received, it will be made available to the Jamat on this page. Please check back regularly for the most up-to-date COVID-19 related content.
General Information About Vaccines
Emerging evidence shows that all COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in Canada protect against severe disease, hospitalization and death due to COVID-19. Free vaccines for COVID-19 are available to everyone above age 5 who lives in Canada. Based on the Talika received by Mawlana Hazar Imam on March 18, 2021 and December 13 2021, the Jamat is encouraged to benefit from the protection these vaccines provide without hesitation or delay, as indeed the Imam has done already. In particular, the Jamat should not give credence to any misinformation regarding vaccines.
To help support the Jamat with the COVID-19 vaccination process, we have compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the vaccine. This information has been prepared by a multidisciplinary team including specialists in medicine, nursing, pharmacy and public health, based on the most recent evidence available.
Certainly! We strongly encourage you to transition to the new uniform as promptly as you can.
No. The procurement of the Western suits is the responsibility of the volunteer.
Yes. There are three options available for tying your scarf. You can find an instructional video demonstrating these options at the following link: How to Wear the IV Scarf(https://iicanada.org/news/community-engagement/how-wear-iv-scarf)
We extend a warm welcome to all Multi-Faith Families to participate as volunteers and wear the uniform during various events, including social Jamati gatherings. Please reach out to your local IV executive for information on upcoming opportunities.
Currently, only the IV Badge is part of the junior volunteer uniform.
Absolutely. However bearing in mind that during Phase 2 of the new IV identity rollout, we'll be introducing a fresh design featuring the 'Khidma' badge.
The navy blue color is more readily available for self-procurement and aligns with the color of the Western uniform
An important aspect of the Ismaili Volunteer uniform is to maintain simplicity and humility while performing volunteer service. Adding extra pins to the uniform could diminish its professional appearance and compromise the simplicity embodied by the Khidma badge.
Mawlana Hazar Imam has approved a set of new guidelines for our uniformed volunteers who render service day in, day out, in Jamatkhanas and beyond. The new standards serve to contemporize the Ismaili Volunteers in a manner that respects the legacy, spirit, and tradition of the Jamat's voluntary service worldwide. A new uniform – with a contemporary design that resonates with other Jamati and AKDN logos, and highlights the identity of the Ismaili Volunteers globally.
Yes, this is a global change. In Mawlana Hazar Imam's message to the Jamat that the aim is “to bring about standardisation and parity in the various elements relating to the organisation of the uniformed volunteers, without compromising their spirit of service”
Yes, in alignment with food and safety standards, if you are involved in handling food, beverages, ghatpaat, Nandi, chanta, etc., there are specific guidelines to be followed.
Yes, provided that it is navy blue in color.
Absolutely, in addition to the navy blue jacket, a navy blue sweater and/or cardigan (without any patterns) are included as part of the approved Ismaili Volunteer uniforms.
Disclaimer: The content provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment related to COVID-19, or any other medical condition. Always consult your physician or other health care provider before making any health care decisions related to COVID-19 or any other medical condition to better understand the risks related to prevention and treatment.