Understanding undue benefit
Understanding undue benefit
Charities in Canada are not allowed to bestow undue benefit, a situation where an individual, corporation, or other enti... Read more
5 Apr 2010
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Response to the 2010 federal budget
Response to the 2010 federal budget
The federal government recently released their 2010 budget, which contained some big changes for Canadian charities. Wha... Read more
15 Mar 2010
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Difficulties with Canada's charity regulations
Difficulties with Canada's charity regulations
Late last year, the C.D. Howe Institute published a white paper written by Adam Aptowitzer where he argued that because ... Read more
1 Mar 2010
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The importance of filing a charity information return
The importance of filing a charity information return
Have you filed your charity information return (T3010B)? Although charities don't have to file income tax returns, filin... Read more
25 Jan 2010
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Legal checklist for 2010
Legal checklist for 2010
Are you prepared to meet all your legal requirements in 2010? Find out the top three things you should be aware of for 2... Read more
4 Jan 2010
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Umbrella groups
Umbrella groups
Are you thinking of starting or joining an umbrella group that oversees other organizations? If so, it's vital that you ... Read more
21 Dec 2009
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What you need to know about employee dismissal
What you need to know about employee dismissal
Unemployment rates continue to climb across Canada, and with nonprofits struggling to raise funds, more and more organiz... Read more
17 Dec 2009
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Bylaws, letters patent, and constitutions
Bylaws, letters patent, and constitutions
When an organization in Canada seeks incorporation, it is necessary for them to have a consitution, bylaws, and letters ... Read more
30 Nov 2009
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How HST will affect Canadian nonprofits
How HST will affect Canadian nonprofits
In 2010, both British Columbia and Ontario will begin using a harmonized sales tax. This change will have an impact on n... Read more
2 Nov 2009
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Membership in an international organization
Membership in an international organization
Many Canadian nonprofits belong to some type of international association and gain valuable benefits from doing so. But ... Read more
19 Oct 2009
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