Authored by Curtis Towns, Head of Accreditation, CCCC Throughout Canada and the world, charities are doing incredible work. Whether it be relieving poverty through a local soup kitchen or an international relief and development effort, preparing future leaders through higher education, or supporting at risk populations through social service activities,… More
A recently issued order extends the deadline for federally incorporated charities to: Call annual general meetings Normally, an AGM must be called within 15 months of the previous AGM and no more than 6 months after the last financial year-end. The order extends the deadline to the shorter of (1)… More
Effective Friday June 12, 2020 all places of worship in Ontario could open at 30% capacity. Initially, the only guidance available was from Workplace Safety and Prevention Services: Guidance on Health & Safety for Places of Worship. You can also find this document on the Ontario listing of Sector-Specific Guidance page; scroll to the… More
Exciting announcements have been made this week about places of worship! Ontario announced that all places of worship across the province can re-open to 30% capacity, Alberta announced it was removing gathering restrictions on places of worship, and both Saskatchewan and New Brunswick recently increased worship gathering size. As governments… More
In many parts of our nation, COVID-19 has uncovered a tragic neglect of our elderly within long-term care homes. It reminds us of the need for a Christian affirmation of the value and dignity of life, from beginning to end, and the important role of ministries and organizations in sharing… More
Have you applied for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)? Have you experienced challenges with the program? Do you have recommendations about adjustments? The Department of Finance is looking for feedback to “maximize employment in Canada and encourage growth.” Your feedback can help inform potential changes to the program. This… More
Last week, both Saskatchewan and Manitoba issued Orders in Council to allow virtual meetings for corporations, adding to the list of provinces trying to provide flexibility for corporate meetings. Saskatchewan In Saskatchewan, OC 222/2020 authorizes non-profit corporations to hold annual general meetings (AGMs) by phone, video-conference or other electronic means,… More
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