Certified Membership is for those charities who wish to demonstrate that they meet CCCC Standards of Accountability.
Certified Members have access to all the benefits of affiliate membership. In addition, they may display the Seal of Accountability in their publications, donor material and websites.
Our website allows you to research answers to your questions or download sample policies and documents when it's convenient for you.
As a member, you have access to our staff to answer you questions by email, phone or fax.
We keep our members up-to-date with helpful articles and legislative updates in the CCCC Bulletin, published 5 times annually. Included free with membership. [sample bulletin]
Every two years, we publish a comprehensive Charities Handbook. CCCC members receive a complimentary copy included with membership. Our handbook is also searchable on our website. [table of contents]
Train your staff, board and volunteers on a wide variety of topics with our free webcasts.
Every charity must complete a Charity Information Return (T3010) annually. Sign up for our email reminder service and use our CRA-approved online fillable form with helpful commentary and cross-checks to help you complete your form correctly and on time. Included free with membership. [sample of Section D of T3010B]
CCCC membership also helps you save money by providing access to various benefits:
The 2010 fee for Certified Membership is $500 plus $42 for every $100,000 of receipted income.
"We are certified because of our commitment to accountability. We not only strive to do our best, but to be excellent in our financial stewardship."
- Terence Rolston,
President, Focus on the Family (Canada) Association