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Knowledge Base - Category Menu Changes

We are always improving the CCCC Knowledge Base to better serve our members. To this end, we would like to inform you about some changes to the drop-down menus in each of the Knowledge Base categories. For a summary of each topic, as always, you will find a drop-down menu that lists the various types of information we have posted. If you are seeking guidance about the topic at hand, access the "Topic Handbook" section. The "Related Readings" section complements the Topic Handbook information with more specific articles on the topic. These are the two primary changes. Other menu options are also available (unchanged) in the drop-down menu, which offer access to other resources like sample documents that can be downloaded or articles that provide legal education.

Report on the Charities Program 2024-2025

According to CRA’s Report on the Charities Program 2024-2025, 30% of new charitable registrations were for organizations that advance religion, the second largest category. The top category, at 42% is other purposes beneficial to the community, with both advancing education and relieving poverty at 14%. The numbers for new religious charities are virtually identical to 2022-2023 (29%) and 2023-2024 (32%).

The Report shows 2,720 organization applied for charitable status, 82% of which were granted. The primary reasons for denying registration included: lack of information on proposed activities, carrying on non-charitable activities, acting as a conduit, lack of direction and control over resource use, and private benefit concerns.

The Report shares other interesting information, including that CRA conducted 220 audits and issued or prepared to issue 21 notices of intention to revoke in the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Again, this pales in comparison to the 1,146 delinquent revocations, which happens when charities don’t file an annual return.

Amongst the 62,597 phone calls received by the Charities Directorate, the most common questions were about T3010 filing, applying for charitable registration, and making account changes. These are unchanged from previous years.

If you read all the way to the bottom, you’ll also see that the Charities Directorate completed a training suite that included religious literacy, along with monthly religious literacy events during the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

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Content Marketing & Creative Messaging webinar

November 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm EST   

This webinar will equip ministries, churches, and non-profits with practical strategies and tools for content marketing and creative messaging. Participants will learn how to create authentic, compelling content, repurpose it across multiple channels, and engage their audience without feeling overwhelmed. The session will highlight common challenges faced by small, understaffed ministries and provide simple frameworks and tools to help them succeed.

Other Notable Upcoming Events

Resignation and Termination webinar | December 17, 2025, 2:00 pm EST

The end of a person’s employment can be an uncertain and uncomfortable time, which is why it is so important to make sure you are treating people fairly and consistently. Clear policies and processes can help make these transitions smooth and transparent, minimizing the awkward or even combative feelings that can arise. We will help you understand how Christian organizations should treat those who leave our ministries and will answer your questions about the unique challenges these situations present. Please register here.

Looking for Canadian Donation Platform

In Green Resource Exchange, members are comparing Canadian online donation platforms and sharing real experiences with tools like Sunergo, CanadaHelps, and Software4Nonprofits. The conversation offers valuable insights on integration, CRA compliance, receipting, and fees to help ministries choose the right fit for online giving.