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2017 - Issue 3
(Jul 10, 2017)

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10 Tips for Termination Meetings: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

An Introduction to Disability Management
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Tax Rebates?
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Employee Benefits and Allowances: What’s Taxable?
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (July 2017)
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

The Audit Review Committee: Enhancing Financial Oversight and Transparency
Curtis Towns, Manager, Certification

2017 - Issue 2
(Mar 3, 2017)

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Accountability in Ministry: What’s the Big Deal?
Curtis Towns, Manager, Certification

Employee or Independent Contractor? A Case Study in Determining the Employment Relationship
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Should Your Ministry Use Performance Improvement Plans?
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

The Burnout Epidemic: Why Self-Care Must Be Part of Your Leadership Strategy
John Pellowe, CEO

The Ins and Outs of Probationary Periods
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Top Ten T3010 Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

2017 - Issue 1
(Dec 29, 2016)

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9 Rules to Remember When Issuing Charitable Tax Receipts
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (January, 2017)
Barry W. Bussey, Director, Legal Affairs

Reimbursing Mileage
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Restricted Funds: Best Practices and Precautions
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Strategic Planning: Where to begin?
John Pellowe, CEO

What’s the Difference Between a Charity and a Non-Profit?
David Johnson, Coordinator, Certification

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2016 - Issue 5
(Nov 7, 2016)

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Best Practices for Handling Confidential Information
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Board Members Abroad: Considerations for Board Travel Policies
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (November, 2016)
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

How to Use CCCC’s Canadian Ministry Compensation Survey
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Job Descriptions for Charity Board Members
David Johnson, Coordinator, Certification

When the Court Intervenes in Church Matters: Alberta’s Court of Appeal Says Former Church Members Can Sue
Barry W. Bussey, Director, Legal Affairs

2016 - Issue 4
(Sep 9, 2016)

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7 Tips to Create an Amazing Onboarding Experience
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law & Policy (September, 2016)
Philip Milley, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

International Structuring for Social Impact
Robert Hayhoe, Miller Thomson LLP

Leaders in Community
John Pellowe, CEO

Pastoral Performance Reviews: Canadian Research and Faith-Infused Best Practices
Heather Card, Doctor of Practical Theology Student, McMaster Divinity College

Protecting Your Charity’s Investments
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Signs of a Healthy Ministry
John Pellowe, CEO

2016 - Issue 3
(Jun 28, 2016)

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Debt Policy for Charities
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Developing Multicultural Governance Boards
Dan Sheffield, Director of Global and Intercultural Ministries, The Free Methodist Church in Canada

Donor Advised Funds
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support

Employee Recognition in the Christian Charity Context
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (July 2016)
Nevena Belovska

Ontario’s New Sexual Violence & Harassment Legislation
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Religious Freedom: Is It a Communal Right?
Barry W. Bussey, Director, Legal Affairs

2016 - Issue 2
(Feb 23, 2016)

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Elected or Appointed Directors?
John Pellowe, CEO

Getting Serious About Anti-Harassment in the Workplace
Nevena Belovska, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (March 2016)
Nevena Belovska, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Managing the Risk of Precarious Employment
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Safety and Security on Short-Term Mission Trips
Ken Hall, President, Robertson Hall Insurance

2016 - Issue 1
(Jan 8, 2016)

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7 Things Charities Should Know Before Creating a Facility Rental Policy
Gilbert Langerak, Manager, Member Support & Barry W. Bussey, Director, Legal Affairs

Charity Law: The Year in Review (2015)
Nevena Belovska, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Human Rights: An Overview for Christian Ministries
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

Top Five Compliance Issues for Charities
Nevena Belovska, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Withholding Tax Requirements for Non-Resident Workers Providing Services in Canada
Wayne Kroeker, Manager, Finance

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2015 - Issue 5
(Oct 23, 2015)

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5 Tips for Writing Ministry Job Descriptions
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

6 Ways to Prepare for Staff Member Resignations
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Are You Keeping Appropriate Employment Records?
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Charitable Trusts: How Much Discrimination is Too Much?
Nevena Urosevic, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

Choosing the Right Church Information Management Solution
Wayne Kroeker, Manager, Finance

“T-Slip” Checklist for Busy Charities
Gilbert Langerak, Manager Member Support

2015 - Issue 4
(Aug 19, 2015)

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An Update on Canada’s Immigration Laws for Religious Workers
Vivien Lee and Jeffrey S. Lowe, Lowe and Company

Employment Standards and Christian Ministries
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

HORIZONS: What’s New in Charity Law & Policy (August 2015)
Nevena Urosevic, Associate Director, Legal Affairs

The Annual Filings: What’s Required in Your Province?
Barry W. Bussey, Director, Legal Affairs

Three Tips to Supercharge Your Online Fundraising
Brady Josephson, Principal, shift

When Do I Need To Hire A Lawyer?
Barry W. Bussey, Director, Legal Affairs

2015 - Issue 3
(May 27, 2015)

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Board Development Plans
John Pellowe, CEO, CCCC

Complex Communities: Concepts and Tools for Better Conflict
Darrin Hotte, BA, MDiv, Cert. ConRes., FMC Cert. CFM

Financial Controls in Small Offices
Wayne Kroeker, Manager, Finance, CCCC

Visa Issues Affecting Temporary Religious Workers in Canada
Robert Leong, Stan Leo, and Jeffrey Lowe

Web Conferencing 101 for Charities
Joyce Hsu, Communications Lead, TechSoup Canada

2015 - Issue 2
(Mar 6, 2015)

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Accessibility Legislation & Charities
Derek Ross, B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Planning for Staff Development
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Respecting Donor Privacy
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Space Enough For All
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

Turning Difficult Situations into Productive Conversations
Alan Simpson, BTh., MA (Conflict Management), Cert. ConRes., Alan is Co-Director of Christian Mediat

What are the Ways a Charity May Generate Income?
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

2015 - Issue 1
(Dec 19, 2014)

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A Matter of Balance: CRA’s Implementation of the Ineligible Individual Rules of the Income Tax Act
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs, CCCC

Charity Law: The Year in Review (2014)
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Human Resources: What’s Your Strategy?
Chris Hall, Manager, Human Resources

Necessary Conflict: A New View About Conflict and Its Usefulness
By Darrin Hotte, BA, MDiv, Cert. ConRes., FMC Cert. CFM

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2014 - Issue 5
(Nov 1, 2014)

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CASL for Charities: An Update
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Generate Results, Not Clicks
Darrell Keezer, Founder, Candybox Marketing

Gifts of Appreciation to Charity Employees and Volunteers: What’s Taxable and What Isn’t?
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs & Edward Choi, Legal Research Assistant

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (October 2014)
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

The Duties, Responsibilities, and Liabilities of a Director
John Pellowe, CEO

The Importance of a Compensation Policy
Bonnie Pillsworth, Executive Assistant

Who Owns the Copyright When a Work is Made for Hire?
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

2014 - Issue 4
(Jul 28, 2014)

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Anti-Diversion Issues for Charities Operating Abroad
Terrance S. Carter and Sean S. Carter, Carters Professional Corporation

Are Employers Obligated To Accommodate Employees’ Childcare Responsibilities?
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

Charities & Releases from Liability
Derek B. M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Content Curation: Making Sense of the Noisy Web
Natasha Lichti, Marketing & Technical Writer and Heather Card, COO

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (August 2014)
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

2014 - Issue 3
(Apr 4, 2014)

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Complying With The New Anti-spam Law: A How To Guide for Charities
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (May 2014)
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

Is Your Charity Required to Register for Workers’ Compensation?
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Taming Conflict at the Board Table
John Pellowe, CEO

2014 - Issue 2
(Mar 5, 2014)

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Clergy Communication Privilege
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

Fundraising Event Planning Checklist
Natasha Pinczuk, Marketing and Technical Writer

Horizons: What's New in Charity Law and Policy (March 2014)
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

How the Board Adds Value to the Ministry
Rev. John Pellowe, CEO

How to Make Your Press Releases Shine
Karen Stiller, Partner, Canadian Christian News Service

The Beginner’s Guide to Planning a Successful Fundraising Event
Natasha Pinczuk, Marketing and Technical Writer

2014 - Issue 1
(Dec 20, 2013)

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Be Flexible, Not Liable: Avoiding Constructive Dismissal Claims
Adrian Miedema, Partner, Dentons Canada LLP

Faith-Friendly Strategy Tools
John Pellowe, CEO

Horizons: What's New in Charity Law and Policy (January 2014)
Derek B.M. Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Managing Social Media When You Don’t Have Time
Natasha Pinczuk, Marketing & Technical Writer

The Mark of Authenticity: Why trade-marks are worth registering
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

What should be Included in the Board Minutes?
Heather Card, COO

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2013 - Issue 5
(Oct 15, 2013)

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Advancement of Religion: New Developments in Recent CRA Policies
Derek Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Corporate Life as Christian Witness
Rev. John Pellowe, CEO

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (October 2013)
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs and Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Is Your Ministry Near Its “Best Before” Date?
Rev. John Pellowe, CEO

New ITA Exception For School Tuition Provided By Employer
Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Preparing to Communicate in a Crisis
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

When a Church Plant Becomes Independent
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

2013 - Issue 4
(Jul 23, 2013)

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CRA Releases New Guidance For Charities That Benefit Youth
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs & Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Deputized Fundraising: A Practical Way to Support Ministry
Derek Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Find Out What’s Really Happening in Your Donor Base
Rev. John Pellowe, CEO

Tactical Technology Planning for Your Organization
Andrea Berry, Director of Partnerships and Learning, Idealware

The One Who Owns The Money Gets The Receipt
Barry Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

2013 - Issue 3
(May 22, 2013)

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Canadian Copyright Law: What Charities Need to Know
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs

Defining the Boundaries: CRA Releases New Guiding Documents on Political Activities for Charities
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (May 2013)
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs and Derek B.M. Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Social Media and Christian Ministries: What Are We Learning?
Natasha Pinczuk, Technical Writer

The Importance of Bylaws for Charities – And What They Should Contain
Derek B.M. Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

2013 - Issue 2
(Feb 25, 2013)

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Guiding You Through the Revised T3010
Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law and Policy (March 2013)
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs and Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Ordination Certificates, Appointment Processes, and Other New Requirements for Completing the Revised Clergy Residence Deduction Form T1223
Gilbert Langerak, Manager Member Support

Social Media Response Plan
Natasha Pinczuk, Technical Writer

2013 - Issue 1
(Dec 19, 2012)

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Charities That Get Political Need To Be Ready For Increased Scrutiny By CRA
Barry W. Bussey. V-P Legal Affairs

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law & Policy (January 2013)
Barry W. Bussey, V-P Legal Affairs & Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Optimizing Your Website for Mobile Devices
Tierney Smith, Manager of Learning & Special Projects, TechSoup Canada

Provincial Laws Regulating Fundraising
Derek Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Understanding “Insurable Earnings/Hours”: Issuing the Record of Employment (ROE) Form with Confidence
Lois Lynn, CCCC Bookkeeper

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2012 - Issue 5
(Oct 12, 2012)

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Creating Effective Board Committees
Heather Card, Chief Operating Officer

Horizons: What's New in Charity Law and Policy (October 2012)
Barry Bussey, Vice President Legal Affairs & Derek Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

Termination of Employment: A Primer for Christian Charities
Adrian Miedema, Partner, Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP, Toronto

Undue Influence Undoes Charity
Barry Bussey, Vice President Legal Affairs

2012 - Issue 4
(Jul 25, 2012)

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Empathy Maps: A way to understand your donors and beneficiaries
John Pellowe, CEO

Horizons: What’s New in Charity Law & Policy (August 2012)
Barry W. Bussey, VP Legal Affairs & Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

How to Prepare for Interactions with CRA
Gilbert Langerak, Manager Member Support

Should Your Charity Have a Third-Party Fundraising Policy?
Derek Ross, Director of Legal Affairs

2012 - Issue 3
(May 16, 2012)

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2012 Federal Budget Affects Charities
Barry Bussey, VP Legal Affairs and Wayne Kroeker, Manager Member Support

Charities and Fundraising: What Charities Should Know About CRA's New Guidance
Derek Ross, Director Legal Affairs

Getting Your Corporation In Order Under The Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act
Barry Bussey, VP Legal Affairs and Heather Card, COO

Understanding Old Age Security for Missionaries and Employees Serving Abroad
Barry Bussey, VP Legal Affairs and Natasha Pinczuk, Technical Writer

2012 - Issue 2
(Feb 23, 2012)

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Canada Revenue Agency Changes Clergy Residence Deduction Form T1223
Gilbert Langerak, Manager Member Support

Conflict of Interest: A Matter of Integrity
Barry W. Bussey, V-P Legal Affairs, CCCC

Creating a Social Media Policy for Your Ministry
Heather Card, COO and Natasha Pinczuk, Technical Writer

Indicators of Board Effectiveness
Rev. John Pellowe. CEO, CCCC

2012 - Issue 1
(Jan 9, 2012)

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Do We Really Need An Audit?
David Johnson, Director of Certification

Profiles and Blogrolls and Tweets! Oh My! Social Media Trends Among Canadian Christian Charities
Natasha Pinczuk, Technical Writer

Social Enterprise & Government Review of Charitable Funding
Barry W. Bussey, V-P Legal Affairs

Stewardship & Technology Online Giving Solutions - Part II
Milly Siderius, Manager Stewardship Services

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