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The Canadian Charity Law Podcast

Staff at B.I.G. Charity Law Group Professional Corporation

Exploring the ins-and-outs of Canadian Charity Law in a way that can be understood by the layperson, including Charity Registration, Not-for-Profit Incorporation, Charity Governance, Charity Fundraising, Tax Receipting, and much more!

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13:15

Cryptocurrency Donations to Canadian Charities: Legal...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/10/29

This episode provides an extensive overview of the legal and practical considerations for Canadian charities accepting cryptocurrency donations. It confirms that charities can accept crypto, but must treat it as a gift-in-kind for tax purposes, requiring immediate conversion to Canadian dollars to issue official tax receipts and determine fair market value. The discussion explores the benefits of attracting a new, younger donor base and reducing transaction fees, while also warning about

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12:48

The Double Challenge: 5 Proven Strategies for...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/10/22

The podcast provides a comprehensive guide for Canadian Charities on preparing for and navigating economic recessions, emphasizing proactive strategies to ensure resilience and compliance. It explains that downturns create a "double challenge" for charities, marked by decreased donations and increased demand for services, and outlines five key strategies for survival. These strategies focus on establishing financial visibility and benchmarks, strengthening donor relationships through

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16:05

Essential Canadian Charity Law Questions: Part II

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/10/06

This episode provides an essential overview of Canadian charity law, focusing on the critical importance of a charity's legal objects (or purposes) and the strict regulations surrounding the issuance of donation receipts. It explains that a charity must legally operate within its defined objects, warning that acting ultra vires (beyond its powers) can lead to severe consequences, including the revocation of charitable status and personal liability for directors. The discussion also details

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14:59

Essential Canadian Charity Law Questions Answered:...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/09/26

In this episode, we cover some common questions concerning Canadian charity law, offering guidance for both new and established organizations. It strongly warns against the dangerous misconception of "borrowing" another charity's registration number while awaiting approval, which carries severe legal consequences including potential revocation of charitable status. The discussion clarifies that new rules for political activities eliminate the previous resource percentage restriction,

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25:14

Navigating Charity Mergers & Amalgamations in Canada

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/09/18

This comprehensive guide from the B.I.G. Charity Law Group details the intricate processes of charity mergers and amalgamations in Canada, outlining when such strategic moves make sense, the legal distinctions between them, and the critical due diligence required. It further explains the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) approval requirements, the necessary member and board approval processes, and complex considerations for asset and liability transfers. Finally, the episode addresses post-merger

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23:37

Decoding the Charity Application Process: Your...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/09/10

This comprehensive episode details the Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) Charity Application Checklist, serving as a critical roadmap for organizations seeking registered charity status in Canada. It breaks down the four main pillars of the CRA's review process, covering initial documentation, governing documents, scrutiny of charitable objects and activities, and financial and governance oversight. The discussion emphasizes common pitfalls and red flags that can lead to application rejection,

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16:50

Beyond the Boards: Unlocking Charity Status for...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/09/08

This episode explains the process for registering a hockey club as a charity in Canada. It outlines the specific criteria set by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), including having a charitable purpose, demonstrating public benefit, and operating as a non-profit. The article details the steps involved in the registration process—gathering documentation, completing the application, and awaiting approval—and emphasizes the importance of maintaining compliance after registration. Finally, it

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15:21

The Hidden Costs of Using General Lawyers for Charity...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/08/07

The episode argues for the critical importance of specialized legal counsel for Canadian charities. It highlights the complex nature of charity law, which involves multiple regulatory frameworks and unique legal concepts not found in general corporate law. The discussion emphasizes that specialized charity lawyers offer significant advantages in navigating CRA compliance, achieving higher success rates for registrations, and providing long-term support. Ultimately, engaging a charity law

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12:19

Charity-to-Charity Gifts: Designated Donations and...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/08/01

This episode explains the complexities of charity-to-charity donations in Canada, particularly focusing on "designated gifts". It highlights that while simple donations between individuals are straightforward, financial transfers between registered charities, especially those that are "non-arm's length" (connected by shared governance or family ties), are subject to strict regulations. The primary challenge for non-arm's length charities receiving funds is the requirement to spend

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12:39

International Charitable Activities for Canadian...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/07/16

The episode outlines the legal framework governing Canadian charities seeking to fund or conduct operations internationally. It explains that the Income Tax Act (Canada) offers two primary pathways for global engagement: transferring funds to "qualified donees" or conducting the charity's "own activities" abroad. The document details who qualifies as a "donee," including registered Canadian organizations, international bodies like the UN, and specific foreign entities. Furthermore, it

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12:47

AI Fails: Canadian Charity Registration Demands Legal...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/07/10

This episode warns against using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Canadian charity registration applications due to frequent failures and significant delays. It emphasizes that AI lacks a nuanced understanding of Canadian charity law requirements, struggles with complex evaluation criteria from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and fails to grasp governance requirements. The discussion highlights the absence of strategic positioning and ongoing support from AI, leading to costly appeal

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29:40

Canadian Charities: Stay On The Right Side of the...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/07/03

This comprehensive episode, Stay On The CRA's Good Side, outlines the essential requirements for Canadian registered charities to maintain compliance with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It covers the CRA Charities Directorate's oversight role, detailing how they monitor compliance through various methods like T3010 screening and audits, and lists common triggers for reviews. The episode emphasizes annual T3010 filing obligations, including deadlines, required schedules, and frequent

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16:57

T3010: The Catastrophic Risks of Late Canadian...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/06/26

This episode comprehensively outlines the severe repercussions for Canadian registered charities that fail to file their annual T3010 Registered Charity Information Return on time. It explains that this critical document serves as a public accountability mechanism, reporting an organization's activities, finances, and governance. The discussion details immediate consequences like penalties and damage to public standing, escalating to the terrifying threat of charity registration revocation,

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15:34

Energizing Nonprofit and Charity Board Meetings

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/06/12

This episode offers a comprehensive guide on improving nonprofit and charity board meetings, transforming them from tedious obligations into productive and engaging sessions. It emphasizes the importance of defining a clear purpose for each meeting and starting with emotional connection rather than immediate financial discussions. Key strategies include mastering the consent agenda to streamline routine matters, facilitating interactive conversations over monologues, and assigning clear

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6:19

How To Determine Where to Incorporate Your Ontario...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/06/04

This episode helps Ontario nonprofits understand the key differences between incorporating under Ontario's Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) and the federal Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (CNCA). It clarifies that neither option is universally better and the best choice depends on the organization's specific needs and operational plans.It highlights distinctions regarding director requirements, membership voting rights, financial standards, filing obligations, and public

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13:53

Get Funding for Your Newly Registered Canadian Charity

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/05/30

This episode offers a guide to effective fundraising strategies specifically tailored for new charities operating in Canada. It provides practical advice on various approaches, including online campaigns, events, monthly giving programs, grant applications, social media engagement, and corporate partnerships. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of clearly defining a charity's mission and vision and the value of donor recognition and appreciation. Overall, this resource helps guide

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15:39

Staying on the Sunny Side of Compliance: Your...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/05/21

The episode explains that registered charities in Canada must meet specific obligations to maintain their status, as failing to do so can lead to serious repercussions. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) uses a graduated scale of enforcement, starting with education and potentially progressing to compliance agreements. More severe non-compliance can result in sanctions, such as financial penalties or the suspension of the right to issue donation receipts. The most extreme consequence is the

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12:44

Fundraising No-Nos for Canadian Charities (Keep it...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/05/14

This episode outlines several key scenarios where fundraising activities by registered charities in Canada can be deemed unacceptable by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). This includes situations where fundraising becomes a primary focus instead of supporting the charitable mission, results in excessive private benefits, or involves activities that are illegal or contrary to public policy. Additionally, fundraising is considered unacceptable if it is deceptive in any way or if it utilizes an

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5:13

Starting a Nonprofit or Charitable Organization...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/05/08

This episode explains the key differences between non-profit and charitable organizations in Canada, emphasizing that charitable organizations can issue tax receipts, unlike non-profits. It highlights that incorporation is not required for either but is strongly recommended for legal and name protection benefits. The discussion also outlines how a non-profit obtains charitable status by applying to the CRA and provides examples of each type of organization. Furthermore, it details the

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12:58

How a Canadian Charity Can Change its Fiscal Year...

The Canadian Charity Law Podcast ·

2025/04/30

This episode outlines the process for Canadian registered charities to change their fiscal year-end, emphasizing that approval from the Charities Directorate is required. It details two main methods for requesting this change: online via the My Business Account (MyBA) portal or by submitting a formal letter, specifying the necessary information for each. The episode also explains the concept of a transition period created by the change, requiring a separate information return, and

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