In this episode, we provide an overview of fundraising guidelines for charities in Canada. We discuss the Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) broad definition of fundraising, which encompasses a variety of activities, both direct and indirect.

We also highlight the CRA's focus on ensuring that charities maintain transparency and accountability in their fundraising practices.

Finally, we outline key pointers from the CRA's guidance, including the importance of adhering to the Income Tax Act, identifying unacceptable fundraising practices, meeting reporting requirements, and following best practices.

This episode is sponsored by B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation, a Charity Law Firm serving charity and not-for-profit clients across Canada with registration and governance, and B.I.G. Charity Accounts Group, a bookkeeping firm serving Canadian charities with all their financial and tax filing needs.

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This discussion provides four essential tips for maintaining a nonprofit website. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring user experience elements function properly, updating key information, refreshing the site's appearance, and promoting the website through other marketing channels. We also highlight the need for regular maintenance to create a user-friendly and visually appealing website that reflects the organization's mission and values.

This episode is sponsored by B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation, a Charity Law Firm serving charity and not-for-profit clients across Canada with registration and governance, and B.I.G. Charity Accounts Group, a bookkeeping firm serving Canadian charities with all their financial and tax filing needs.

https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/
P: 416-488-5888

https://www.charityaccountingfirm.ca/
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In this episode we cover the required information on an official donation receipt from a registered charity.

The receipt must include the charity's name and address, the donor's full name and address, the date of the donation, the amount donated, the date the receipt was issued, and the charity's registration number issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

It also outlines specific requirements for receipts issued for cash and non-cash gifts, emphasizing the need for a clear description of non-cash gifts and their fair market value.

This episode is sponsored by B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation, a Charity Law Firm serving charity and not-for-profit clients across Canada with registration and governance, and B.I.G. Charity Accounts Group, a bookkeeping firm serving Canadian charities with all their financial and tax filing needs.

https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/
P: 416-488-5888

https://www.charityaccountingfirm.ca/
P: 289-301-8883

This episode provides guidance for charities and applicants for charitable status who promote the welfare of animals.

It explains the legal framework for registering as a charity in Canada, including the requirement that charitable purposes must provide a public benefit and that activities must align with legal and ethical standards.

The episode outlines the types of activities considered charitable, including animal rescue, rehabilitation, sanctuary, and advocacy for animal welfare.

It further clarifies that activities involving the use of animals in scientific research or agricultural practices must adhere to existing Canadian legislation and ethical guidelines.

This episode is sponsored by B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation, a Charity Law Firm serving charity and not-for-profit clients across Canada with registration and governance and B.I.G. Charity Accounts Group, a firm serving Canadian charities with all their financial and tax filing needs.

https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/
416-488-5888

https://www.charityaccountingfirm.ca/
289-301-8883

Here we explore when a Sports Organization can and cannot qualify for charity registration in Canada.

This episode is sponsored by B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation, a Charity Law Firm serving charity and not-for-profit clients across Canada (https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/ 416-488-5888) and B.I.G. Charity Accounts Group, a firm serving Canadian charities with all their financial statements and tax filing needs.

https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/
416-488-5888

https://www.charityaccountingfirm.ca/
289-301-8883

This episode is a guide for registered charities in Canada who want to make grants to organizations that do not have charitable status.

We explain the legal framework and requirements for making these grants, which were recently amended to allow for more flexible and collaborative partnerships.

It outlines the key legal terms, such as "qualifying disbursement" and "grantee organization," and then outlines the "accountability requirements" that charities must meet when making grants.

We emphasize the importance of due diligence, recommending a process for charities to assess risk and apply appropriate accountability tools, such as research, written agreements, and reporting plans.

The ultimate purpose of the discussion is to provide charities with the tools and information they need to make grants to non-qualified donees in a responsible and compliant manner, ensuring that their resources are used effectively for charitable purposes and that public trust in the charitable sector is upheld.

This episode is sponsored by B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation, a Charity Law Firm serving charity and not-for-profit clients across Canada (https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/ 416-488-5888) and B.I.G. Charity Accounts Group, a firm serving Canadian charities with all their financial statements and tax filing needs.

https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/
416-488-5888

https://www.charityaccountingfirm.ca/
289-301-8883

In this episode we explore the purposes of the ONCA (the new legislation for nonprofits and charities incorporated in Ontario) and what’s new, including its implications for existing corporations and the transition process.

We also discuss practical tips for directors and members on navigating the new legislation, including how to prepare for the ONCA transition and file necessary documents with the Ministry.

Finally, we highlight the key differences between Public Benefit Corporations (PBCs) and non-PBCs and the financial review requirements for each type of corporation.

This episode is sponsored by B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation, a Charity Law Firm serving charity and not-for-profit clients across Canada (https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/ 416-488-5888) and B.I.G. Charity Accounts Group, a firm serving Canadian charities with all their financial statements and tax filing needs.

https://www.charitylawgroup.ca/
416-488-5888

https://www.charityaccountingfirm.ca/
289-301-8883