Charity & NFP Law Update
April 2025 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Legislation Update
– Ontario Business Registry Rolls Out Enhancements to Improve User Experience
– CRA News
– Crossing Borders, Guarding Trust: AI, Data Sovereignty, and Donor Privacy in Uncertain Times
– Imagine Canada on the Risks of Politicized Regulation of the Charitable Sector
– Federal Court Upholds Jeopardy Order against Charitable Organization
– Court of Appeal Delivers Opinion on Reviewability of Security Screening
– Employment Update
– New Tool Enhances Privacy Breach Assessments for Ontario’s Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Federal Artificial Intelligence Funding Now Available for Not-for-Profits in the Prairies
– AML/ATF Update
– Ontario Business Registry Rolls Out Enhancements to Improve User Experience
– CRA News
– Crossing Borders, Guarding Trust: AI, Data Sovereignty, and Donor Privacy in Uncertain Times
– Imagine Canada on the Risks of Politicized Regulation of the Charitable Sector
– Federal Court Upholds Jeopardy Order against Charitable Organization
– Court of Appeal Delivers Opinion on Reviewability of Security Screening
– Employment Update
– New Tool Enhances Privacy Breach Assessments for Ontario’s Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Federal Artificial Intelligence Funding Now Available for Not-for-Profits in the Prairies
– AML/ATF Update
November 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Public Safety Canada Provides More Clarity on Supply Chains Act Requirements
– Bare Trusts Not Required to File the T3 Return and Schedule 15 for the 2024 Tax Year
– Ontario Superior Court Decision Highlights Importance of Properly Drafting By-laws
– Employment Update
– AI Update
– AML/ATF Update
– The 2024 Annual Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar – Held on November 14, 2024
– Corporate Update
– Public Safety Canada Provides More Clarity on Supply Chains Act Requirements
– Bare Trusts Not Required to File the T3 Return and Schedule 15 for the 2024 Tax Year
– Ontario Superior Court Decision Highlights Importance of Properly Drafting By-laws
– Employment Update
– AI Update
– AML/ATF Update
– The 2024 Annual Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar – Held on November 14, 2024
October 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
August 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Finance Proposes Complicated Amendments to Trust Reporting Requirements
– Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– CRA News
– Court Reinstates President of Non-for-Profit after Successful Oppression Application under Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
– Supreme Court Denies Leave to Appeal in Ongoing Religious Dispute
– Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– CRA News
– Court Reinstates President of Non-for-Profit after Successful Oppression Application under Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
– Supreme Court Denies Leave to Appeal in Ongoing Religious Dispute
June 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
May 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
April 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
March 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Charities Directorate Releases Comprehensive Report on its Activities
– Legislation Update
– CRA Responds to Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson’s Recommendation Regarding Anti-Bias Training
– Statistics Canada Reports Fewer Donations in 2022
– Employment Update
– AI Update
– Privacy Update
– Career Opportunities at Carters
– Legislation Update
– CRA Responds to Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson’s Recommendation Regarding Anti-Bias Training
– Statistics Canada Reports Fewer Donations in 2022
– Employment Update
– AI Update
– Privacy Update
– Career Opportunities at Carters
February 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Reminder of Possible T3 Trust Reporting for Charities and NPOs Due April 2, 2024
– Legislation Update
– Ins and Outs of the Increased Disbursement Quota
– The New Qualifying Disbursement Regime
– Court Finds “Public Interest” In Allegations of Impropriety Against Religious Organization
– British Columbia Court Finds Proprietary Estoppel in Not-for-Profit Leasing Dispute
– Legislation Update
– Ins and Outs of the Increased Disbursement Quota
– The New Qualifying Disbursement Regime
– Court Finds “Public Interest” In Allegations of Impropriety Against Religious Organization
– British Columbia Court Finds Proprietary Estoppel in Not-for-Profit Leasing Dispute
January 2024 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Review and Commentary on the CRAs Final Guidance on Qualifying Disbursements
– CRA Releases New Version of Form T3010
– Legislation Update
– CRA Publishes View on Capital Gains for Tax Exempt Entities
– ONCA Gives Courts Right to Review Election or Appointment of Director
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– CRA Releases New Version of Form T3010
– Legislation Update
– CRA Publishes View on Capital Gains for Tax Exempt Entities
– ONCA Gives Courts Right to Review Election or Appointment of Director
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
November 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– More Clarity Needed on T3 Filing Requirements for Charities and NPOs
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– CRA Releases View on Conversion of Share-Capital to Non-Share Capital Corporations
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– IP Update
– Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights Releases Report on Islamophobia
– AML/ATF Update
– The 2023 Annual Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar Held Virtually on November 9, 2023
– November 2023 Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Charities Legislation & Commentary, 2024 Edition
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– CRA Releases View on Conversion of Share-Capital to Non-Share Capital Corporations
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– IP Update
– Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights Releases Report on Islamophobia
– AML/ATF Update
– The 2023 Annual Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar Held Virtually on November 9, 2023
– November 2023 Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Charities Legislation & Commentary, 2024 Edition
October 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– No Relief Likely from Finance for the New Trust Reporting Requirements for Charities
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Underused Housing Tax Filing Requirements May Impact Certain NFPs
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– Ontario Nonprofit Networks Annual Survey Suggests Tough Times Ahead for Charity/NFP Sector
– AML/ATF Update
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2024
– Career Opportunities at Carters
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Underused Housing Tax Filing Requirements May Impact Certain NFPs
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– Ontario Nonprofit Networks Annual Survey Suggests Tough Times Ahead for Charity/NFP Sector
– AML/ATF Update
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2024
– Career Opportunities at Carters
September 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Imagine Canada and CAGP make Submissions on the Proposed Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Changes
– No Clarity Yet on New Trust Reporting Rules for Charities
– Corporate Update
– Taxpayer was Grossly Negligent in Financially Contributing to Charitable Donation Scheme
– CRA Views: Gifts of Charitable Remainder Trusts
– Interest Free Loan Found to Invalidate Charitable Donations
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– AML/ATF Update
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Urshita Grover as a New Associate
– No Clarity Yet on New Trust Reporting Rules for Charities
– Corporate Update
– Taxpayer was Grossly Negligent in Financially Contributing to Charitable Donation Scheme
– CRA Views: Gifts of Charitable Remainder Trusts
– Interest Free Loan Found to Invalidate Charitable Donations
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– AML/ATF Update
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Urshita Grover as a New Associate
August 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Practical Guide for Charities and Humanitarian Organizations to Bill C-41 and the Provision of Aid
– Still Waiting for Clarity from the Government on New Trust Reporting Rules for Charities
– Proposed Legislation on Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Changes will Impact Charities
– Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– Court Considers Oppression Claims Against Individual NFP Directors & Senior Management
– CRA Views: Certain First Nations Health Organizations are Public Bodies Exempt from Tax
– Federal Court Denies Charitys Requests for Production of Documents
– Conduct of Not-for-Profit Corporation Found to be Oppressive Against its Members
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– IP Update
– AML/ATF Update
– Changes Proposed to Accounting Standards for Non-Profit Organizations
– Best Lawyers in Canada Rankings
– Still Waiting for Clarity from the Government on New Trust Reporting Rules for Charities
– Proposed Legislation on Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Changes will Impact Charities
– Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– Court Considers Oppression Claims Against Individual NFP Directors & Senior Management
– CRA Views: Certain First Nations Health Organizations are Public Bodies Exempt from Tax
– Federal Court Denies Charitys Requests for Production of Documents
– Conduct of Not-for-Profit Corporation Found to be Oppressive Against its Members
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– IP Update
– AML/ATF Update
– Changes Proposed to Accounting Standards for Non-Profit Organizations
– Best Lawyers in Canada Rankings
June 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Changes to Trust Reporting Rules Will Seriously Affect Charities, Clarity Needed
– Amendments to Bill C-41 Facilitate Distribution of Humanitarian Aid, but Issues Remain
– Government Launches Consultation on Key Budget 2023 Priorities
– Legislation Update
– Tax Shelter Arrangement Transferring Pharmaceutical Goods Found to Not Be a Gift
– CRA: Tax Treaty Does Not Deem US Charities to be Qualified Donees
– CRA Releases View Concerning Non-Profit Organization Status
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– OBAs AMS John Hodgson Award 2022
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Cameron A. Axford as a New Associate
– Amendments to Bill C-41 Facilitate Distribution of Humanitarian Aid, but Issues Remain
– Government Launches Consultation on Key Budget 2023 Priorities
– Legislation Update
– Tax Shelter Arrangement Transferring Pharmaceutical Goods Found to Not Be a Gift
– CRA: Tax Treaty Does Not Deem US Charities to be Qualified Donees
– CRA Releases View Concerning Non-Profit Organization Status
– Employment Update
– Privacy Update
– OBAs AMS John Hodgson Award 2022
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Cameron A. Axford as a New Associate
May 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
April 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
March 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Humanitarian Aid Authorization Proposed in Bill C-41
– Federal Budget 2023: Slim Pickings for the Charitable and the NFP Sector
– Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson’s Report Concludes Comprehensive Examination of CRA’s Audit Selection Process Not Possible, Recommends Anti-Bias Training
– NSIRA Announces Review of CRA’s Review and Analysis Division (RAD)
– Canadian Bar Association Makes Submission About CRA’s Draft Grant-Making Guidance
– Court Declines to Intervene in Affairs of Special Act Corporation
– Gift of Land to Township by Will Did Not Create A Charitable Trust
– Court Applies Cy-Près Doctrine for Testamentary Gift Made to Charity that Ceased to Exist
– Employment Update
– IP Update
– Privacy Law Update
– Statistics Canada Releases Stats on NPOs in Rural and Small Town Canada
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– The 2023 Annual Carters Spring Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar – Held Virtually on March 2, 2023
– Federal Budget 2023: Slim Pickings for the Charitable and the NFP Sector
– Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson’s Report Concludes Comprehensive Examination of CRA’s Audit Selection Process Not Possible, Recommends Anti-Bias Training
– NSIRA Announces Review of CRA’s Review and Analysis Division (RAD)
– Canadian Bar Association Makes Submission About CRA’s Draft Grant-Making Guidance
– Court Declines to Intervene in Affairs of Special Act Corporation
– Gift of Land to Township by Will Did Not Create A Charitable Trust
– Court Applies Cy-Près Doctrine for Testamentary Gift Made to Charity that Ceased to Exist
– Employment Update
– IP Update
– Privacy Law Update
– Statistics Canada Releases Stats on NPOs in Rural and Small Town Canada
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– The 2023 Annual Carters Spring Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar – Held Virtually on March 2, 2023
February 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– CRA News
– CRA Publishes View on Charitable Remainder Trusts Made by Will After 2015
– Supreme Court of Canada Dismisses Charitys Leave for Appeal After CRA Imposes Receipting Penalty
– Court Finds Board Acted Reasonably When Excluding Director from In Camera Meeting
– Ontario Court Finds Non-Charitable Trust for the Promotion of Rugby
– Presentation Before the Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights in its Study of Islamophobia in Canada
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– CRA Publishes View on Charitable Remainder Trusts Made by Will After 2015
– Supreme Court of Canada Dismisses Charitys Leave for Appeal After CRA Imposes Receipting Penalty
– Court Finds Board Acted Reasonably When Excluding Director from In Camera Meeting
– Ontario Court Finds Non-Charitable Trust for the Promotion of Rugby
– Presentation Before the Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights in its Study of Islamophobia in Canada
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
January 2023 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Draft Qualifying Disbursement Guidance Poses Practical Challenges for Charities
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Canada’s Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson Makes Statement on His Review of CRA’s Treatment of Muslim Charities
– Copyright Protection Term Extended by 20 Years
– Court Criticizes Religious Organization for Statutory Non-Compliance Despite Lack of Breach
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– ATF/AML Update
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Canada’s Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson Makes Statement on His Review of CRA’s Treatment of Muslim Charities
– Copyright Protection Term Extended by 20 Years
– Court Criticizes Religious Organization for Statutory Non-Compliance Despite Lack of Breach
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– ATF/AML Update
November 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Bill C-32 Will Increase DQ, Affect Trust Reporting, and Make Other Changes to the Income Tax Act
– Ontario Bill Seeks to Address Sexual Abuse in Post-Secondary Institutions
– Federal Court of Appeal Dismisses Charity’s Motion to Delay Notice of Revocation
– Appeal for Defying Public Health Orders Dismissed
– Minister of National Revenue Can Compel Supporting Information for Tax Returns
– Inmates’ Handwritten Notes about Lack of COVID Masks is Accessible Info
– CRA Ruling Finds Charity’s Facility Exempt from GST/HST
– Privacy Law Update
– SCC Deems Donated Stock Options as Employment Income under Quebec Taxation Act
– The 2022 Annual Carters Fall Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar – Held Virtually on November 10, 2022
– Ontario Bill Seeks to Address Sexual Abuse in Post-Secondary Institutions
– Federal Court of Appeal Dismisses Charity’s Motion to Delay Notice of Revocation
– Appeal for Defying Public Health Orders Dismissed
– Minister of National Revenue Can Compel Supporting Information for Tax Returns
– Inmates’ Handwritten Notes about Lack of COVID Masks is Accessible Info
– CRA Ruling Finds Charity’s Facility Exempt from GST/HST
– Privacy Law Update
– SCC Deems Donated Stock Options as Employment Income under Quebec Taxation Act
– The 2022 Annual Carters Fall Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar – Held Virtually on November 10, 2022
October 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Ontario Court Confirms Church Incorporated in Ontario Must Adhere to ONCA
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– Pledge to Leverage Donation Agreement not a Charitable Gift without Donative Intent
– Enrollment Fees to Quasi-Private Religious Schools Not Gifts Under the Income Tax Act
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– Pledge to Leverage Donation Agreement not a Charitable Gift without Donative Intent
– Enrollment Fees to Quasi-Private Religious Schools Not Gifts Under the Income Tax Act
September 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– September 30, 2022 Marks Canada’s Second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
– Recent Legislative Changes May Facilitate Impact Investing by Charities
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Public Services and Procurement Canada Introduces GCDonate Platform
– Ontario Court Rejects Donor’s Claim to Direct Gift’s Allocation
– Court Denies First Nation Members’ Application to Dissolve Alberta Society
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– What Canadian Charities & NFPs Need to Know about the U.S. Foreign Agents Registration Act
– Transitioning and Congregational Restructuring: Civil Law Issues to Consider
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2023
– Recent Legislative Changes May Facilitate Impact Investing by Charities
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Public Services and Procurement Canada Introduces GCDonate Platform
– Ontario Court Rejects Donor’s Claim to Direct Gift’s Allocation
– Court Denies First Nation Members’ Application to Dissolve Alberta Society
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– What Canadian Charities & NFPs Need to Know about the U.S. Foreign Agents Registration Act
– Transitioning and Congregational Restructuring: Civil Law Issues to Consider
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2023
August 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Draft Budget Implementation Legislation Will Increase DQ and Affect Trust Reporting
– CRA News
– BC Foundation Administering Government Funding Subject to Judicial Review
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– CRA Provides View on Funds Raised Through Crowdfunding
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– ATF/AML Update
– Lexpert Rankings
– Best Lawyers in Canada Rankings
– Update on Carters Webinars/Seminars
– CRA News
– BC Foundation Administering Government Funding Subject to Judicial Review
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– CRA Provides View on Funds Raised Through Crowdfunding
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– ATF/AML Update
– Lexpert Rankings
– Best Lawyers in Canada Rankings
– Update on Carters Webinars/Seminars
June 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Legislation Update
– Bill C-19 is Amended to Simplify Funding of Non-Qualified Donees
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– Court Finds that Donors are not Trust Beneficiaries in Sale of Charity’s Property
– Court Finds County’s Breach of Trust Reprehensible’
– Alberta Church, Pastor Guilty of Obstruction for Refusing COVID Health Inspections
– Alberta Releases Interpretation Bulletin on Donations of Life Insurance
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– Quebec Bill 96 Overhauls French Language Requirements
– ATF/AML Update
– OBA’s AMS John Hodgson Award
– Update on Carters Webinars/Seminars
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Lynne Westerhof as a New Associate
– Bill C-19 is Amended to Simplify Funding of Non-Qualified Donees
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– Court Finds that Donors are not Trust Beneficiaries in Sale of Charity’s Property
– Court Finds County’s Breach of Trust Reprehensible’
– Alberta Church, Pastor Guilty of Obstruction for Refusing COVID Health Inspections
– Alberta Releases Interpretation Bulletin on Donations of Life Insurance
– Employment Update
– Privacy Law Update
– Quebec Bill 96 Overhauls French Language Requirements
– ATF/AML Update
– OBA’s AMS John Hodgson Award
– Update on Carters Webinars/Seminars
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Lynne Westerhof as a New Associate
April 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Federal Budget 2022 and Implementation Act No. 1 Introduced
– Legislation Update
– Tax Court of Canada Rejects Donation Credit in Banyan Tree Tax Shelter Scheme
– Court Recognizes Importance of Indigenous Traditions in NFP Governance Dispute
– Court Dismisses Class Action Proceeding that Alleged Charity Defrauded Donors
– Employment Update
– Federal Court Interprets Unregistrable Place of Origin Marks Broadly
– Privacy Law Update
– Nine New Sector Members to Begin Terms with ACCS
– Statistics Canada Releases 2021 Fourth Quarter Results for Non-Profit Sector
– New Zealand Report Asks “What Does a World-Leading Framework of Charities Law Look
– Legislation Update
– Tax Court of Canada Rejects Donation Credit in Banyan Tree Tax Shelter Scheme
– Court Recognizes Importance of Indigenous Traditions in NFP Governance Dispute
– Court Dismisses Class Action Proceeding that Alleged Charity Defrauded Donors
– Employment Update
– Federal Court Interprets Unregistrable Place of Origin Marks Broadly
– Privacy Law Update
– Nine New Sector Members to Begin Terms with ACCS
– Statistics Canada Releases 2021 Fourth Quarter Results for Non-Profit Sector
– New Zealand Report Asks “What Does a World-Leading Framework of Charities Law Look
May 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Bill C-19 Budget Implementation Act, 2022, No. 1 Proposes Major Changes to Legislative Framework Governing Charities
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– BC Court Sets Asides Doctor’s Suspension of Membership in NFP
– Employment Update
– Court of Appeal Finds Transitional Housing Program Exempt from Residential Tenancies Act
– Privacy Law Update
– Crowdfunded Donations to Result in Information being Reported to Federal Government
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– BC Court Sets Asides Doctor’s Suspension of Membership in NFP
– Employment Update
– Court of Appeal Finds Transitional Housing Program Exempt from Residential Tenancies Act
– Privacy Law Update
– Crowdfunded Donations to Result in Information being Reported to Federal Government
March 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Bill 88: Digital Platform Workers Rights, Electronic Monitoring Policies
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– CRA & Tax News
– Charity Lawyers Sign Second Open Letter in Support of Bill S-216 in Reforming the ITA
– FCA Dismisses Charity’s Appeal for Postponement of One-Year Receipting Suspension
– Disbursement Quota Reform: Stabilizing a Three-Legged Stool
– Non-Profit Society Liable for Damages After Failing to Respond to Civil Claim
– Employee’s Secret Recordings of Employer Cause for Dismissal, BC Supreme Court Rules
– Privacy Law Update
– ATF/AML Update
– COVID-19 Update
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– CRA & Tax News
– Charity Lawyers Sign Second Open Letter in Support of Bill S-216 in Reforming the ITA
– FCA Dismisses Charity’s Appeal for Postponement of One-Year Receipting Suspension
– Disbursement Quota Reform: Stabilizing a Three-Legged Stool
– Non-Profit Society Liable for Damages After Failing to Respond to Civil Claim
– Employee’s Secret Recordings of Employer Cause for Dismissal, BC Supreme Court Rules
– Privacy Law Update
– ATF/AML Update
– COVID-19 Update
February 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Bill S-216 – ‘Resource Accountability’ and the Vulnerable Sector
– Reminder for Charities to Take the Necessary Steps to Meet the DQ
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Continuing Dilemma: Ontario Corporations Going Federal?
– Court Finds County’s Property Purchase to be a Breach of Trust
– Trust for Wrongfully Dismissed Employees Not Charitable
– Corporation Fined, Director Imprisoned for Contempt in Copyright Infringement Decision
– Motion Introduced in Senate to Improve Data Collection about Diversity of Boards of Charities and NFPs
– Employment Law Update
– Privacy Law Update
– International Civil Liberties Group Disappointed with Review of CRA Audits of Muslim Charities
– ATF/AML Update
– COVID-19 Update
– Reminder for Charities to Take the Necessary Steps to Meet the DQ
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Continuing Dilemma: Ontario Corporations Going Federal?
– Court Finds County’s Property Purchase to be a Breach of Trust
– Trust for Wrongfully Dismissed Employees Not Charitable
– Corporation Fined, Director Imprisoned for Contempt in Copyright Infringement Decision
– Motion Introduced in Senate to Improve Data Collection about Diversity of Boards of Charities and NFPs
– Employment Law Update
– Privacy Law Update
– International Civil Liberties Group Disappointed with Review of CRA Audits of Muslim Charities
– ATF/AML Update
– COVID-19 Update
January 2022 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Ontario Workers Have the Right to ‘Disconnect from Work’ as Well as Other Rights Under ESA
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– CRA Updates GST/HST Guides for Charities & NPOs
– CRA Sets Out Tax Context of Charitable Gifts to US Organizations
– Mandate Letters Issued to Amend ITA Concerning the Charitable Status of Certain Organisations
– Court Refuses to Preserve Non-Compliant By-Law
– Court Had No Jurisdiction to Consider Hockey Players’ Claim
– Court Finds a Contract and Adjudicates Voluntary Association’s Dispute
– Key Findings from the Alberta Commissioner’s Report
– Privacy Law Update
– COVID-19 Legislation Update
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– AML/ATF Update
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– CRA Updates GST/HST Guides for Charities & NPOs
– CRA Sets Out Tax Context of Charitable Gifts to US Organizations
– Mandate Letters Issued to Amend ITA Concerning the Charitable Status of Certain Organisations
– Court Refuses to Preserve Non-Compliant By-Law
– Court Had No Jurisdiction to Consider Hockey Players’ Claim
– Court Finds a Contract and Adjudicates Voluntary Association’s Dispute
– Key Findings from the Alberta Commissioner’s Report
– Privacy Law Update
– COVID-19 Legislation Update
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– AML/ATF Update
November 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– BC Court Considers Oppression Claim in Soccer Association Dispute
– SCC Finds Insurer Participation in Litigation Not a Promise to Maintain Coverage
– Judicial Review of 2018 Canada Summer Jobs Funding Dismissed by Federal Court
– No Tax Rebate for Charity Housing Project’s Market Rate Units
– Discriminatory Language Results in Liability for Employer
– Imagine Canada and Pemsel Foundation Release Their Disbursement Quota Submissions
– New Resources about Community Investing Available
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– COVID-19 Legislation Update
– COVID-19 Orders Upheld as Constitutional in Light of Religious Freedom Challenge
– OPC Joins Int’l Privacy Authorities to Promote the Protection of Data in Video-Teleconferencing Services
– AML/ATF Update
– The 2021 Annual Church & Charity Law Seminar Continued Virtually on November 4, 2021
– Corporate Update
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– BC Court Considers Oppression Claim in Soccer Association Dispute
– SCC Finds Insurer Participation in Litigation Not a Promise to Maintain Coverage
– Judicial Review of 2018 Canada Summer Jobs Funding Dismissed by Federal Court
– No Tax Rebate for Charity Housing Project’s Market Rate Units
– Discriminatory Language Results in Liability for Employer
– Imagine Canada and Pemsel Foundation Release Their Disbursement Quota Submissions
– New Resources about Community Investing Available
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– COVID-19 Legislation Update
– COVID-19 Orders Upheld as Constitutional in Light of Religious Freedom Challenge
– OPC Joins Int’l Privacy Authorities to Promote the Protection of Data in Video-Teleconferencing Services
– AML/ATF Update
– The 2021 Annual Church & Charity Law Seminar Continued Virtually on November 4, 2021
October 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Ontario Moves Forward with Significant Corporate Developments
– CRA News
– Federal Court Finds CRA Can Compel Taxpayers to Disclose Oral Agreements
– $17 Million Gift to Private Foundation Ineligible for Tax Credit
– CRA Considers if NPO Can Add a Secondary Source of Income
– Federal and Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Record of Employment Guidance Updated to Address Vaccination-Related Interruptions
– CBA and CAGP Release Written Submissions on DQ Consultation
– Bill 27 Introduced, Could Ban Non-Compete Clauses in Most Employment Contracts in Ontario
– Physicians’ Draft Social Media Policy Raises Standards for Protection of Patient Info
– Statistics Canada’s Report Shows Growth in the Non-Profit Sector
– AML/ATF Update
– CRA News
– Federal Court Finds CRA Can Compel Taxpayers to Disclose Oral Agreements
– $17 Million Gift to Private Foundation Ineligible for Tax Credit
– CRA Considers if NPO Can Add a Secondary Source of Income
– Federal and Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Record of Employment Guidance Updated to Address Vaccination-Related Interruptions
– CBA and CAGP Release Written Submissions on DQ Consultation
– Bill 27 Introduced, Could Ban Non-Compete Clauses in Most Employment Contracts in Ontario
– Physicians’ Draft Social Media Policy Raises Standards for Protection of Patient Info
– Statistics Canada’s Report Shows Growth in the Non-Profit Sector
– AML/ATF Update
September 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
– September 30, 2021 Marks Canada’s First National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
– The ONCA is Finally Coming! Preparing for Transition
– ACCS Makes Submission to Finance on the Disbursement Quota Consultation
– Corporate Update
– Ontario COVID-19 Vaccination Policies: Important Legal Issues for Employers
– Ontario Implements COVID-19 Vaccine Passport System
– COVID-19 Employment Law Update
– Ontario Court Rules on Decade-Long Property and Membership Dispute
– Court Intervenes When Sole Officer of Voluntary Associations Breaches Trust
– Infringing Use of a Modified Trademark Negates Finding of Distinctiveness
– Privacy Law Update
– Consultation on New Home and Community Care Regulations Open until October 11
– AML/ATF Update
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2022
– The ONCA is Finally Coming! Preparing for Transition
– ACCS Makes Submission to Finance on the Disbursement Quota Consultation
– Corporate Update
– Ontario COVID-19 Vaccination Policies: Important Legal Issues for Employers
– Ontario Implements COVID-19 Vaccine Passport System
– COVID-19 Employment Law Update
– Ontario Court Rules on Decade-Long Property and Membership Dispute
– Court Intervenes When Sole Officer of Voluntary Associations Breaches Trust
– Infringing Use of a Modified Trademark Negates Finding of Distinctiveness
– Privacy Law Update
– Consultation on New Home and Community Care Regulations Open until October 11
– AML/ATF Update
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2022
August 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Complexities of the Disbursement Quota Consultation: More Than Just A Number
– ONCA and Ontario Business Registry Come Into Force on October 19, 2021
– What Charities and NFPs Need to Know for the Upcoming Federal Election
– Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– Federal Court of Appeal Says CRA Too Restrictive in Refusing Registration for CAAAs
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Releases Report #3
– Faith-Based University Entitled to Procedural Fairness in Funding Applications
– Severance Pay Threshold Calculations are not Limited to Ontario or Canadian Payroll
– BC Court Hears Decision after City Cancels Youth Conference Rental
– SCC Provides Further Guidance on “Fair Dealing” Exception to Copyright Infringemente
– Staff Training about Privacy Rules is Essential in Preventing Snooping
– Permanent Residency Status Not a Protected Ground of Citizenship in Human Rights Code
– AML/ATF Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Federal and Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Lexpert Rankings
– Best Lawyers in Canada Rankings
– ONCA and Ontario Business Registry Come Into Force on October 19, 2021
– What Charities and NFPs Need to Know for the Upcoming Federal Election
– Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– Federal Court of Appeal Says CRA Too Restrictive in Refusing Registration for CAAAs
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Releases Report #3
– Faith-Based University Entitled to Procedural Fairness in Funding Applications
– Severance Pay Threshold Calculations are not Limited to Ontario or Canadian Payroll
– BC Court Hears Decision after City Cancels Youth Conference Rental
– SCC Provides Further Guidance on “Fair Dealing” Exception to Copyright Infringemente
– Staff Training about Privacy Rules is Essential in Preventing Snooping
– Permanent Residency Status Not a Protected Ground of Citizenship in Human Rights Code
– AML/ATF Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Federal and Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Lexpert Rankings
– Best Lawyers in Canada Rankings
June 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Bill S-222 Passes Through Senate, Introduced in House of Commons
– Legislation Update
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– Pending Disbursement Quota Consultations: Questions for Consideration
– CAGP Publishes Guidelines on Charitable Donations of Life Insurance
– Canada’s First Site-Blocking Order Upheld by FCA
– Privacy Law Update
– AODA Accessibility Compliance Reports Due June 30
– AML/ATF Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Ontario COVID-19 Update
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– Ontario Superior Court Addresses COVID-19 Temporary Layoff Provisions But Uncertainty Remains
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Martin U. Wissmath as a New Associate
– Legislation Update
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– Pending Disbursement Quota Consultations: Questions for Consideration
– CAGP Publishes Guidelines on Charitable Donations of Life Insurance
– Canada’s First Site-Blocking Order Upheld by FCA
– Privacy Law Update
– AODA Accessibility Compliance Reports Due June 30
– AML/ATF Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Ontario COVID-19 Update
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– Ontario Superior Court Addresses COVID-19 Temporary Layoff Provisions But Uncertainty Remains
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Martin U. Wissmath as a New Associate
May 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
– SCC: Voluntary Association Membership Not Automatically Contractual
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Releases Report #2
– Legislation Update
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– Bill S-222 Passes Second Reading at Senate with Support at Senate Debate
– British Columbia Court of Appeal Restores Expelled Members in Sikh Organization
– Ontario Human Rights Tribunal Upholds Full and Final’ Release
– Dispute Over the Delivery of Foreign Aid in Colombia can Continue in Ontario
– Recent Reports on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Boards of Directors
– Alberta OIPC finds Anglican Diocese in Contravention of Privacy Legislation
– Muttart Foundation Publishes Comprehensive Resource Book for Charities and Not-for-profits
– Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Churches and Their Leaders in Ontario Fined for Breaches to Religious Gathering Limits
– 3 Days of Paid COVID-19 Leave in Ontario, with Reimbursement Available to Employers
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Releases Report #2
– Legislation Update
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– Bill S-222 Passes Second Reading at Senate with Support at Senate Debate
– British Columbia Court of Appeal Restores Expelled Members in Sikh Organization
– Ontario Human Rights Tribunal Upholds Full and Final’ Release
– Dispute Over the Delivery of Foreign Aid in Colombia can Continue in Ontario
– Recent Reports on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Boards of Directors
– Alberta OIPC finds Anglican Diocese in Contravention of Privacy Legislation
– Muttart Foundation Publishes Comprehensive Resource Book for Charities and Not-for-profits
– Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Churches and Their Leaders in Ontario Fined for Breaches to Religious Gathering Limits
– 3 Days of Paid COVID-19 Leave in Ontario, with Reimbursement Available to Employers
April 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Government Responds to Recommendations of Senate Report on Charities & NFP Sector
– CRA News
– Federal Budget 2021: Impact on Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Corporate Update
– Federal Court Confirms CRA’s Discretion Regarding ATIP Requests
– Ontario Superior Court reluctant to interfere in Sikh temple membership dispute
– BC Court Overturns Purported Removal of Directors of BC Society
– BC Supreme Court Applies Cy-près Doctrine to “Flow-through Gift”
– Pregnancy a Factor for Court in Reasonable Notice Decision
– Federal Court of Appeal Confirms Narrow Trademark Protection for Acronyms
– Further Evidence Required to Demonstrate COVID Impact on Reasonable Notice for Termination
– Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Advisory Committee for the Charitable Sector (ACCS) Webinar May 17, 2021
– CRA News
– Federal Budget 2021: Impact on Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Corporate Update
– Federal Court Confirms CRA’s Discretion Regarding ATIP Requests
– Ontario Superior Court reluctant to interfere in Sikh temple membership dispute
– BC Court Overturns Purported Removal of Directors of BC Society
– BC Supreme Court Applies Cy-près Doctrine to “Flow-through Gift”
– Pregnancy a Factor for Court in Reasonable Notice Decision
– Federal Court of Appeal Confirms Narrow Trademark Protection for Acronyms
– Further Evidence Required to Demonstrate COVID Impact on Reasonable Notice for Termination
– Ontario COVID-19 Update
– Advisory Committee for the Charitable Sector (ACCS) Webinar May 17, 2021
March 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Releases its First Report
– Legislation Update
– Supreme Court of Canada Will Not Hear Constitutional Challenges to CASL
– Court Considers Impact of Covid-19, CERB, for Employee Pay-in-lieu Entitlements
– Physician Cautioned by Complaints Committee for Unprofessional’ COVID Tweets
– Canada Progresses on UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals
– House Committee on Foreign Affairs Recommendations in Response to COVID-19
– New Changes to Ontario’s COVID-19 Framework
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Releases its First Report
– Legislation Update
– Supreme Court of Canada Will Not Hear Constitutional Challenges to CASL
– Court Considers Impact of Covid-19, CERB, for Employee Pay-in-lieu Entitlements
– Physician Cautioned by Complaints Committee for Unprofessional’ COVID Tweets
– Canada Progresses on UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals
– House Committee on Foreign Affairs Recommendations in Response to COVID-19
– New Changes to Ontario’s COVID-19 Framework
February 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Bill S-222 Proposes to Eliminate the “Own Activities”Requirement for Charities
– Charities Program 2018 to 2020 Report Shows Drop in Audits as Pandemic Struck
– Legislation Update
– Open Letter to Eliminate the “Own Activities” Requirement for Charities
– FINA Recommends Tax Relief, Funding Flexibility for Charities and NFPs
– Statistics Canada Releases Survey on Board Diversity
– New Tort of Internet Harassment Recognized in Ontario
– Nurse Suspended for Six Years Not Constructively Dismissed, Says OLRB
– AML/ATF Update
– The Ottawa Region 2021 Charity & Not-For-Profit Law Webinar Materials Now Available
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Ontario Transitioning to Colour-coded Response Framework
– Imagine Canada Sector Monitor Reports Ongoing Challenges for Charities During COVID-19
– Bill S-222 Proposes to Eliminate the “Own Activities”Requirement for Charities
– Charities Program 2018 to 2020 Report Shows Drop in Audits as Pandemic Struck
– Legislation Update
– Open Letter to Eliminate the “Own Activities” Requirement for Charities
– FINA Recommends Tax Relief, Funding Flexibility for Charities and NFPs
– Statistics Canada Releases Survey on Board Diversity
– New Tort of Internet Harassment Recognized in Ontario
– Nurse Suspended for Six Years Not Constructively Dismissed, Says OLRB
– AML/ATF Update
– The Ottawa Region 2021 Charity & Not-For-Profit Law Webinar Materials Now Available
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Ontario Transitioning to Colour-coded Response Framework
– Imagine Canada Sector Monitor Reports Ongoing Challenges for Charities During COVID-19
January 2021 Charity & NFP Law Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– COVID-19 Measures and Restrictions in Ontario
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– COVID-19 Ontario Extends Infectious Disease Emergency Leave for Workplaces
– Ontario Church Unsuccessful in Bid for Interim Injunction Against COVID-19 Regulation
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– CRA Publishes New and Updated Guidances for Charities
– Corporate Update
– Supreme Court Upholds Appeal Court Decision on Vicarious Liability
– Divisional Court Upholds Order for Election of Common Board by De Facto Members
– Long-Serving Radio Broadcaster Paid 21 Months in Lieu of Notice
– Ontario Occupiers’ Liability Act Amendments Receive Royal Assent
– Privacy Commissioner Report on eHealth Saskatchewan Cyberattack
– Unconscionability of a Standard Form Services Agreement
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Reviews Challenges Faced by Charities
– Ontario Launches 2021 Budget Consultation
– AML/ATF Update
– COVID-19 Measures and Restrictions in Ontario
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– COVID-19 Ontario Extends Infectious Disease Emergency Leave for Workplaces
– Ontario Church Unsuccessful in Bid for Interim Injunction Against COVID-19 Regulation
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– CRA Publishes New and Updated Guidances for Charities
– Corporate Update
– Supreme Court Upholds Appeal Court Decision on Vicarious Liability
– Divisional Court Upholds Order for Election of Common Board by De Facto Members
– Long-Serving Radio Broadcaster Paid 21 Months in Lieu of Notice
– Ontario Occupiers’ Liability Act Amendments Receive Royal Assent
– Privacy Commissioner Report on eHealth Saskatchewan Cyberattack
– Unconscionability of a Standard Form Services Agreement
– Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Reviews Challenges Faced by Charities
– Ontario Launches 2021 Budget Consultation
– AML/ATF Update
November 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
– COVID-19 Update: Recent Federal and Ontario Special Measures
– COVID-19 CRA News
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Update on the Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector
– Special Senate Committee on the Charitable Sector’s Report Adopted by Senate
– Ontario Court Denies Request of Monitor to Manage Charity’s Affairs
– Ontario Superior Court Applied Cy-Près Doctrine to Testamentary Gift to Dissolved Parish
– Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2020
– Court of Appeal Confirms Innocent Misrepresentation by Diocese
– Ontario Court Rejects Property Tax Exemption Based on Hypothetical
– New Accessibility Standards for Websites and Web Content of Large Employers
– Proposed Amendments to the Insurance Act Affecting Donations of Life Insurance Policies
– B.C. Court of Appeal Upholds Decision on Membership Admission
– Disciplined Professional’s Social Media Posts Allowed by Saskatchewan Appeal Court
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– The 2020 Annual Church & Charity Law Seminar Goes Virtual: November 5, 2020
– Charities Legislation & Commentary, 2021 Edition + Supplement Now Available
– COVID-19 CRA News
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Update on the Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector
– Special Senate Committee on the Charitable Sector’s Report Adopted by Senate
– Ontario Court Denies Request of Monitor to Manage Charity’s Affairs
– Ontario Superior Court Applied Cy-Près Doctrine to Testamentary Gift to Dissolved Parish
– Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2020
– Court of Appeal Confirms Innocent Misrepresentation by Diocese
– Ontario Court Rejects Property Tax Exemption Based on Hypothetical
– New Accessibility Standards for Websites and Web Content of Large Employers
– Proposed Amendments to the Insurance Act Affecting Donations of Life Insurance Policies
– B.C. Court of Appeal Upholds Decision on Membership Admission
– Disciplined Professional’s Social Media Posts Allowed by Saskatchewan Appeal Court
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– The 2020 Annual Church & Charity Law Seminar Goes Virtual: November 5, 2020
– Charities Legislation & Commentary, 2021 Edition + Supplement Now Available
October 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Ontario Bill Proposes To Limit Liability from COVID-19
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– Ontario Extends and Amends COVID-19 Orders
– COVID-19 Employment Update
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Legislation Update
– Supreme Court Grants Leave to Hear Voluntary Association Appeal
– Supreme Court Awards Over $1M Damages for Pay in Lieu of Notice
– OneClass to Pay $100,000 for CASL Violation
– Ontario Bill Proposes To Limit Liability from COVID-19
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– Ontario Extends and Amends COVID-19 Orders
– COVID-19 Employment Update
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Legislation Update
– Supreme Court Grants Leave to Hear Voluntary Association Appeal
– Supreme Court Awards Over $1M Damages for Pay in Lieu of Notice
– OneClass to Pay $100,000 for CASL Violation
September 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Federal and Ontario COVID-19 Relief Update
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– COVID-19 CRA News
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– AFP Publishes Survey on Fundraising Activities During COVID-19
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Corporate Update
– CRA News
– New Lobbying Requirements in Saskatchewan for In-House Lobbyists, NFPs and Gifts
– Mount Pleasant Costs Awarded Against Public Interest Litigants
– BC Court of Appeal Rules PIPEDA is not a “Comprehensive Code”
– Ontario Minimum Wage Increases by 25¢ on October 1st
– Imagine Canada Report on Investment Readiness in Canada’s Charitable Sector
– New Zealand Court Finds Public Environmental Advocacy is Charitable
– Global NPO Coalition on FATF Provides Input on Recommendation 8
– Federal and Ontario COVID-19 Relief Update
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– COVID-19 CRA News
– COVID-19 Employment Update
– AFP Publishes Survey on Fundraising Activities During COVID-19
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Corporate Update
– CRA News
– New Lobbying Requirements in Saskatchewan for In-House Lobbyists, NFPs and Gifts
– Mount Pleasant Costs Awarded Against Public Interest Litigants
– BC Court of Appeal Rules PIPEDA is not a “Comprehensive Code”
– Ontario Minimum Wage Increases by 25¢ on October 1st
– Imagine Canada Report on Investment Readiness in Canada’s Charitable Sector
– New Zealand Court Finds Public Environmental Advocacy is Charitable
– Global NPO Coalition on FATF Provides Input on Recommendation 8
August 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Overview of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (“CEWS”)
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– End of Temporary Lay-offs from Work for COVID-19 Emergency
– Ontario Nonprofit Network Publishes Report on Charities and COVID-19
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Archdiocese Found Vicariously Liable in Mount Cashel Sexual Abuse Appeal
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– B.C. Supreme Court Rules Societies’ Bylaw Must Authorize Voting Methods
– Tax Court Allows Not-For-Profit to Claim Input Tax Credit in Operating Virtual Library
– Uniform Law Conference of Canada Adopts New Uniform Crowdfunding Act
– Ontario Launches Consultations on Privacy
– Inclusion in Best Lawyers in Canada 2021
– Overview of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (“CEWS”)
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– Legislation Update
– End of Temporary Lay-offs from Work for COVID-19 Emergency
– Ontario Nonprofit Network Publishes Report on Charities and COVID-19
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Archdiocese Found Vicariously Liable in Mount Cashel Sexual Abuse Appeal
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– B.C. Supreme Court Rules Societies’ Bylaw Must Authorize Voting Methods
– Tax Court Allows Not-For-Profit to Claim Input Tax Credit in Operating Virtual Library
– Uniform Law Conference of Canada Adopts New Uniform Crowdfunding Act
– Ontario Launches Consultations on Privacy
– Inclusion in Best Lawyers in Canada 2021
June 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Stage 2 of Reopening Ontario: An Overview for Charities and Not-For-Profits
– COVID-19 Contact Tracing App in Canada will use Bluetooth
– New Bill C-17, If Passed, Would Introduce New Changes Affecting Charities and NFPs
– COVID-19 Rent Relief for Commercial Landlords and Tenants
– New Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Provides Relief to Ontario Employers
– CRA News
– Federal Government Launches 2021 Pre-Budget Consultations
– Mitigating Financial Losses and Navigating the Courts During COVID-19
– Imagine Canada Publishes Report on Charities and COVID-19
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Legislative Proposals for Journalism Organizations under the ITA
– Corporate Update
– Ontario Court Upholds Wall in Unincorporated Association Decision
– WIPO Decision Highlights Importance of Maintaining Domain Name Registration
– AML/ATF Update
– Stage 2 of Reopening Ontario: An Overview for Charities and Not-For-Profits
– COVID-19 Contact Tracing App in Canada will use Bluetooth
– New Bill C-17, If Passed, Would Introduce New Changes Affecting Charities and NFPs
– COVID-19 Rent Relief for Commercial Landlords and Tenants
– New Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Provides Relief to Ontario Employers
– CRA News
– Federal Government Launches 2021 Pre-Budget Consultations
– Mitigating Financial Losses and Navigating the Courts During COVID-19
– Imagine Canada Publishes Report on Charities and COVID-19
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Legislative Proposals for Journalism Organizations under the ITA
– Corporate Update
– Ontario Court Upholds Wall in Unincorporated Association Decision
– WIPO Decision Highlights Importance of Maintaining Domain Name Registration
– AML/ATF Update
May 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
Ontario Court of Appeal Overturns Finding of Charitable Purpose Trust
COVID-19 UPDATE
– New Details on COVID-19 Federal Response Programs
– CRA Statement Regarding Charity Registration Applications
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– Ontario Allows Gatherings for Religious Services as “Drive-ins”
– OPC Provides Privacy Tips for Using Videoconferencing Services
– New Changes to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (“CEWS”)
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– BCFSA Clarifies Position on Gifts of Life Insurance
– BC Court of Appeal Reverses Decision Ordering Return of Charitable Gift
– Lexpert Ranking
COVID-19 UPDATE
– New Details on COVID-19 Federal Response Programs
– CRA Statement Regarding Charity Registration Applications
– COVID-19 Corporate Update
– Ontario Allows Gatherings for Religious Services as “Drive-ins”
– OPC Provides Privacy Tips for Using Videoconferencing Services
– New Changes to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (“CEWS”)
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– BCFSA Clarifies Position on Gifts of Life Insurance
– BC Court of Appeal Reverses Decision Ordering Return of Charitable Gift
– Lexpert Ranking
April 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
Direction and Control: Current Regime and Alternatives
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Ontario PGT Allows Access to Restricted Charitable Purpose Funds
– COVID-19 Federal Government Support for Charities and NFPs
– COVID-19 CRA News
– COVID-19 Provincial Emergency Relief for AGM and Annual Return Filing Deadlines
– Practical Strategies for Dealing with Termination of Contracts in a Pandemic
– Federal Privacy Commissioner Releases Privacy Framework for COVID-19
– Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (“CEWS”): An Overview for Charities and NFPs
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Corporate Update
– Ontario Court Decision Provides Reminder to Carefully Follow By-laws
– Membership in Religious Society Reinstated by Court for Unfair Expulsion
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Heidi LeBlanc as a New Associate
– Friend of CAGP Award
COVID-19 UPDATE
– Ontario PGT Allows Access to Restricted Charitable Purpose Funds
– COVID-19 Federal Government Support for Charities and NFPs
– COVID-19 CRA News
– COVID-19 Provincial Emergency Relief for AGM and Annual Return Filing Deadlines
– Practical Strategies for Dealing with Termination of Contracts in a Pandemic
– Federal Privacy Commissioner Releases Privacy Framework for COVID-19
– Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (“CEWS”): An Overview for Charities and NFPs
OTHER CHARITY AND NFP MATTERS
– Corporate Update
– Ontario Court Decision Provides Reminder to Carefully Follow By-laws
– Membership in Religious Society Reinstated by Court for Unfair Expulsion
– Carters is Pleased to Welcome Heidi LeBlanc as a New Associate
– Friend of CAGP Award
March 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
Carters’ Response to COVID-19
Due Diligence by Directors and Officers of Charities and NFPs in Response to COVID-19
Employer Obligations and Considerations in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
NFP Board and Members’ Meetings Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 and Performance of Contracts
Privacy and Data Security in Response to COVID-19
Federal and Ontario Measures in Response to COVID-19 Impacting Charities and Not-for-Profits
Due Diligence by Directors and Officers of Charities and NFPs in Response to COVID-19
Employer Obligations and Considerations in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
NFP Board and Members’ Meetings Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 and Performance of Contracts
Privacy and Data Security in Response to COVID-19
Federal and Ontario Measures in Response to COVID-19 Impacting Charities and Not-for-Profits
February 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
Competition Bureau’s Role in Digital Advertising: Implications for Charities and Not-for-Profits
CRA News
– Excise and GST/HST News No. 107
– CRA Introduces Digital Processes for Authorizations
– CRA Charities and Information Sessions and Webinars
CAGP Provides Update on Gifts of Life Insurance in B.C.
Legislation Update
– Bill C-7, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying)
– Ontario Bill 175, Connecting People to Home and Community Care Act, 2020
– Ontario Bill 136, Provincial Animal Welfare Services Act, 2019 Now Proclaimed
Donation Receipts Signed by and in Favour of Charity Officer Denied
Tax Court of Canada Rejects Charitable Donation Scheme… Again
Ontario Court Rules on Trusts in Scouts Land Ownership Dispute
One Incident of Sexual Harassment Justified Termination for Cause
BC Court Finds Indigenous Ceremonies in School Did Not Violate Freedom of Religion
Ministry of Health Revokes its Hospital Naming Directive
Recent Issues in Privacy: Case Law Update
New Canadian UDRP Provider for Resolving Domain Name Disputes
Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Further Amendments to Regulations under the PCMLTFA
– US 2020 National Strategy for Combating Terrorist and Other Illicit Financing
– UN Working Paper on Impact of Counter-terrorism Legislation on Humanitarian Action
Essential Trademark Issues for Charity and Not-For-Profit Lawyers
Theresa L.M. Man Named to CRA Technical Issues Working Group
CRA News
– Excise and GST/HST News No. 107
– CRA Introduces Digital Processes for Authorizations
– CRA Charities and Information Sessions and Webinars
CAGP Provides Update on Gifts of Life Insurance in B.C.
Legislation Update
– Bill C-7, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying)
– Ontario Bill 175, Connecting People to Home and Community Care Act, 2020
– Ontario Bill 136, Provincial Animal Welfare Services Act, 2019 Now Proclaimed
Donation Receipts Signed by and in Favour of Charity Officer Denied
Tax Court of Canada Rejects Charitable Donation Scheme… Again
Ontario Court Rules on Trusts in Scouts Land Ownership Dispute
One Incident of Sexual Harassment Justified Termination for Cause
BC Court Finds Indigenous Ceremonies in School Did Not Violate Freedom of Religion
Ministry of Health Revokes its Hospital Naming Directive
Recent Issues in Privacy: Case Law Update
New Canadian UDRP Provider for Resolving Domain Name Disputes
Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Further Amendments to Regulations under the PCMLTFA
– US 2020 National Strategy for Combating Terrorist and Other Illicit Financing
– UN Working Paper on Impact of Counter-terrorism Legislation on Humanitarian Action
Essential Trademark Issues for Charity and Not-For-Profit Lawyers
Theresa L.M. Man Named to CRA Technical Issues Working Group
January 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
The CRA’s Guidance on Journalism: Clarifying Tax Credits, QCJOs and RJOs
Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Holds December Meetings
Legislation Update
– Provisions of Budget Implementation Act No. 1, 2019 Now In Force
– Proposed Changes to Employee Stock Option Regime Delayed
– 2020 Budget Consultations in Ontario
– Ontario Regulations under the Connecting Care Act, 2019
– Alberta Senate Election Act
– Nova Scotia’s Plastic Bags Reduction Act
– Yukon’s New Liquor Act
Corporate Update
– ONCA Coming into Force Delayed
– Updated Policies on Corrections of Articles or a Certificate for Business and Not-for-Profit Corporations
– Corporations Canada Makes Changes for Online Services to Not-for-Profits
– Certain Amendments to Ontario’s Co-operative Corporations Act in Force
– New Brunswick’s Cooperatives Act Proclaimed in Force
Voluntary Association’s Constitution and By-Laws Found to be Contractual
Tax Court Decision on Split Receipting and Donative Intent Upheld on Appeal
Federal Court of Appeal Holds that Atheism is not a Religion
CRA Technical Interpretation Regarding Loanbacks by a Qualified Donee
CRA Technical Interpretation on Prescribed Rates and Undue Benefits
Termination Clause Found to be Void and Unenforceable by the Court of Appeal
The Federal Court Establishes the Test for a Site-blocking Order
Alberta Court of Appeal Rules that Charter Applies to Freedom of Expression by Students on University Campus
Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Global Fragility Act of 2019
– EU Renews its Terrorist List
– OSFI Ceases Publishing Lists of Designated Persons
Charities Legislation & Commentary, 2020 Edition Now Available
Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector Holds December Meetings
Legislation Update
– Provisions of Budget Implementation Act No. 1, 2019 Now In Force
– Proposed Changes to Employee Stock Option Regime Delayed
– 2020 Budget Consultations in Ontario
– Ontario Regulations under the Connecting Care Act, 2019
– Alberta Senate Election Act
– Nova Scotia’s Plastic Bags Reduction Act
– Yukon’s New Liquor Act
Corporate Update
– ONCA Coming into Force Delayed
– Updated Policies on Corrections of Articles or a Certificate for Business and Not-for-Profit Corporations
– Corporations Canada Makes Changes for Online Services to Not-for-Profits
– Certain Amendments to Ontario’s Co-operative Corporations Act in Force
– New Brunswick’s Cooperatives Act Proclaimed in Force
Voluntary Association’s Constitution and By-Laws Found to be Contractual
Tax Court Decision on Split Receipting and Donative Intent Upheld on Appeal
Federal Court of Appeal Holds that Atheism is not a Religion
CRA Technical Interpretation Regarding Loanbacks by a Qualified Donee
CRA Technical Interpretation on Prescribed Rates and Undue Benefits
Termination Clause Found to be Void and Unenforceable by the Court of Appeal
The Federal Court Establishes the Test for a Site-blocking Order
Alberta Court of Appeal Rules that Charter Applies to Freedom of Expression by Students on University Campus
Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Global Fragility Act of 2019
– EU Renews its Terrorist List
– OSFI Ceases Publishing Lists of Designated Persons
Charities Legislation & Commentary, 2020 Edition Now Available
November 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
Recent Developments in IT Law Affecting Charities and NFPs
CRA News
– Update to the Guide for Completing Form T3010 Registered Charity Information Return
Legislation Update
– Ontario Bill 124, Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act, 2019, Receives Royal Assent
– Schedule 31 of Ontario Bill 100, Protecting What Matters Most Act (Budget Measures), 2019 Proclaimed into Force
– Ontario Bill 138, Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019 at Second Reading
– Ontario Bill 136, Provincial Animal Welfare Services Act, 2019, Second Reading Debates
– Part X of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (Ontario) Coming into Force
Corporate Update
– Amendments to Nova Scotia’s Co-operative Associations Act
– Proposed Amendments to Ontario’s Co-Operative Corporations Act
CRA Indicates Meals Supplied by Charities to Seniors Are Not Generally Taxable
Alberta Court Finds Society’s By-law Invalid due to Inadequate Approval
Ontario Court Reluctant to Intervene in Seminary Board Dispute
Employee Taking Videos of Customer Results in Termination for Cause
Privacy Law Update
– One Year Anniversary – OPC Reviews the First Full Year of Mandatory Data Breach Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements
– Canadian Bar Association Submissions on Privacy Act Modernization
Accessibility Compliance Reporting and Accessible Websites Deadlines Approaching
Ontario Nonprofit Network Publishes Report on Sector Survey
Imagine Canada Publishes Report on Corporate Community Contributions
The 26th Annual Church & Charity Law Seminar November 7, 2019
CRA News
– Update to the Guide for Completing Form T3010 Registered Charity Information Return
Legislation Update
– Ontario Bill 124, Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act, 2019, Receives Royal Assent
– Schedule 31 of Ontario Bill 100, Protecting What Matters Most Act (Budget Measures), 2019 Proclaimed into Force
– Ontario Bill 138, Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019 at Second Reading
– Ontario Bill 136, Provincial Animal Welfare Services Act, 2019, Second Reading Debates
– Part X of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (Ontario) Coming into Force
Corporate Update
– Amendments to Nova Scotia’s Co-operative Associations Act
– Proposed Amendments to Ontario’s Co-Operative Corporations Act
CRA Indicates Meals Supplied by Charities to Seniors Are Not Generally Taxable
Alberta Court Finds Society’s By-law Invalid due to Inadequate Approval
Ontario Court Reluctant to Intervene in Seminary Board Dispute
Employee Taking Videos of Customer Results in Termination for Cause
Privacy Law Update
– One Year Anniversary – OPC Reviews the First Full Year of Mandatory Data Breach Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements
– Canadian Bar Association Submissions on Privacy Act Modernization
Accessibility Compliance Reporting and Accessible Websites Deadlines Approaching
Ontario Nonprofit Network Publishes Report on Sector Survey
Imagine Canada Publishes Report on Corporate Community Contributions
The 26th Annual Church & Charity Law Seminar November 7, 2019
October 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Proposed New Uniform Public Appeals and Crowdfunding Act
– Legislation Update
– CRA Provides View on Donations by Alter Ego Trusts After Settlor’s Death
– CCIC Policy Brief Addresses Direction and Control and Anti-Terrorism in Canada
– Ontario Court Upholds Membership Election of New Directors in Governance Dispute
– Court of Appeal Considers Freedom of Religion in Determination of Death
– Tribunal Awards Considerable Damages for Discriminatory Hiring Practice
– Grace Period to Ensure Compliance with French Signage Laws in Québec Ending Soon
– IAPP and EY Jointly Release Privacy Governance Report
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Legal Challenges and Options for Boards of Religious Institutes in Transition
– Legislation Update
– CRA Provides View on Donations by Alter Ego Trusts After Settlor’s Death
– CCIC Policy Brief Addresses Direction and Control and Anti-Terrorism in Canada
– Ontario Court Upholds Membership Election of New Directors in Governance Dispute
– Court of Appeal Considers Freedom of Religion in Determination of Death
– Tribunal Awards Considerable Damages for Discriminatory Hiring Practice
– Grace Period to Ensure Compliance with French Signage Laws in Québec Ending Soon
– IAPP and EY Jointly Release Privacy Governance Report
– Legal Risk Management Checklists for Ontario-based Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Legal Challenges and Options for Boards of Religious Institutes in Transition
September 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Court of Appeal Holds Communications to Alter Grant is Lobbying
– CRA News
– OPC Concludes Consultation on Data Transfers
– Corporate Update
– Federal Court Interprets Discipline Section of the CNCA
– Alberta Appeal Court Upholds Decision Denying Third Party Standing to Bring Court Application
– British Columbia Court Reinstates Membership in Procedural Fairness Case
– Legalization and Sale of Cannabis Edibles and Workplace Impairment Issues
– New Model Crowdfunding Legislation from the Uniform Law Conference of Canada
– Distinctiveness of Trademarks
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2020
– Branding and Copyright for Charities and Non-Profit Organizations, 3rd Edition
– CRA News
– OPC Concludes Consultation on Data Transfers
– Corporate Update
– Federal Court Interprets Discipline Section of the CNCA
– Alberta Appeal Court Upholds Decision Denying Third Party Standing to Bring Court Application
– British Columbia Court Reinstates Membership in Procedural Fairness Case
– Legalization and Sale of Cannabis Edibles and Workplace Impairment Issues
– New Model Crowdfunding Legislation from the Uniform Law Conference of Canada
– Distinctiveness of Trademarks
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Chambers and Partners Rankings 2020
– Branding and Copyright for Charities and Non-Profit Organizations, 3rd Edition
August 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Lobbying and Elections Legislation in Canada: An Introduction for Charities and Not-for-Profits
– Corporate Update
– Consultation and Proposed Changes to the Tax Treatment of Employee Stock Options
– Qualified Donee Status Suspended for Inadequate Records of Expenses Outside Canada
– Charitable Status Revoked for Inadequate Recordkeeping and Conferring Private Benefits
– Alberta Court Considers Rights of a Corporation to Dispute Dissolution of a Related Society
– Court of Appeal Reduces Termination Notice
– Privacy Law Update
– Trademark Applicants Beware of Unexpected Government Fees
– Federal Government Announces Full Membership of Advisory Committee on Charitable Sector
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Inclusion in Best Lawyers in Canada 20200
– Corporate Update
– Consultation and Proposed Changes to the Tax Treatment of Employee Stock Options
– Qualified Donee Status Suspended for Inadequate Records of Expenses Outside Canada
– Charitable Status Revoked for Inadequate Recordkeeping and Conferring Private Benefits
– Alberta Court Considers Rights of a Corporation to Dispute Dissolution of a Related Society
– Court of Appeal Reduces Termination Notice
– Privacy Law Update
– Trademark Applicants Beware of Unexpected Government Fees
– Federal Government Announces Full Membership of Advisory Committee on Charitable Sector
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Inclusion in Best Lawyers in Canada 20200
June 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Special Senate Committee on Charitable Sector Releases Final Report
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– OPC Reframes Consultation on Data Transfers
– Trademark Amendments In Force: What To Do Now
– Duty to Accommodate Ends When Employment Contract is Frustrated
– Alberta Privacy Commissioner Finds Real Risk of Significant Harm from Accidental Email
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Theresa L.M. Man to Chair CBA 2019-2020 Charities and Not-forProfit Law Section
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– OPC Reframes Consultation on Data Transfers
– Trademark Amendments In Force: What To Do Now
– Duty to Accommodate Ends When Employment Contract is Frustrated
– Alberta Privacy Commissioner Finds Real Risk of Significant Harm from Accidental Email
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Theresa L.M. Man to Chair CBA 2019-2020 Charities and Not-forProfit Law Section
May 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Implications of Ontario Budget Cuts for Ontario NotFor-Profits
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Canada Introduces Digital Charter and Proposes Reforms to PIPEDA
– Federal Court of Appeal Overturns Heffel Decision on Gifts of Cultural Property
– Primer on Donor Advised Funds and Current Issues
– BC Court Grants Oppression Remedy under Societies Act
– Refusal to Grant Injunction Regarding Alberta Schools Act Upheld by Appeal Court
– Ontario Court of Appeal Affirms Patients Right to Effective Referral
– Ontario Court Orders Damages Relating to Revenge Videos Posted Online
– Act Now: Canadas Trademark Law Changes are Less Than a Month Away
– Former President of Corporation Found Liable for CASL Violations
– Special Senate Committee Update
– Jane Burke-Robertson Award of Excellence in Charity and Not-For-Profit Law
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Canada Introduces Digital Charter and Proposes Reforms to PIPEDA
– Federal Court of Appeal Overturns Heffel Decision on Gifts of Cultural Property
– Primer on Donor Advised Funds and Current Issues
– BC Court Grants Oppression Remedy under Societies Act
– Refusal to Grant Injunction Regarding Alberta Schools Act Upheld by Appeal Court
– Ontario Court of Appeal Affirms Patients Right to Effective Referral
– Ontario Court Orders Damages Relating to Revenge Videos Posted Online
– Act Now: Canadas Trademark Law Changes are Less Than a Month Away
– Former President of Corporation Found Liable for CASL Violations
– Special Senate Committee Update
– Jane Burke-Robertson Award of Excellence in Charity and Not-For-Profit Law
March 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– CRA News
– Corporate Update
– CRA Announces New Reporting Requirements in Light of PPDDA Changes
– Federal Budget 2019: Impact on Charities and Not-For-Profits
– Waiver Held Unenforceable for Not Contemplating Circumstances of Claim
– Court of Appeal Upholds Decision to Dismiss s. 6 CAA Application
– Defamation Action Against Charity Can Proceed
– Court of Appeal Rejects Tort of Harassment
– Act Soon Before New Trademarks Law Comes Into Effect
– Adjudicator Reviews Scope of Obligation to Search for Records under PHIPA
– Statistics Canada Publishes New Study on Non-Profit Sector
– Special Senate Committee Update
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
– Corporate Update
– CRA Announces New Reporting Requirements in Light of PPDDA Changes
– Federal Budget 2019: Impact on Charities and Not-For-Profits
– Waiver Held Unenforceable for Not Contemplating Circumstances of Claim
– Court of Appeal Upholds Decision to Dismiss s. 6 CAA Application
– Defamation Action Against Charity Can Proceed
– Court of Appeal Rejects Tort of Harassment
– Act Soon Before New Trademarks Law Comes Into Effect
– Adjudicator Reviews Scope of Obligation to Search for Records under PHIPA
– Statistics Canada Publishes New Study on Non-Profit Sector
– Special Senate Committee Update
– Anti-Terrorism/Money Laundering Update
April 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– OPC Signals Policy Change for Data Transfers Across Borders
– Legislation Update
– CRA Publishes Compliance Guides on Digital Currency
– CRA Responds to 2017 Consultation Panel Report on Political Activities of Charities
– Ontario Bill 47 Creates Province-Wide Super Agency to Replace LHINs
– Applying for Federal Incorporation and Charitable Status
– Employee Dismissed for Vaping Cannabis and Driving Employer’s Car
– Changes to Trademarks Definition and Registrability Coming
– Court Denies Leave to Non-Profit to be Represented by Non-Lawyer
– Consultation on Social Finance Fund Announced
– Special Senate Committee Update
– Legislation Update
– CRA Publishes Compliance Guides on Digital Currency
– CRA Responds to 2017 Consultation Panel Report on Political Activities of Charities
– Ontario Bill 47 Creates Province-Wide Super Agency to Replace LHINs
– Applying for Federal Incorporation and Charitable Status
– Employee Dismissed for Vaping Cannabis and Driving Employer’s Car
– Changes to Trademarks Definition and Registrability Coming
– Court Denies Leave to Non-Profit to be Represented by Non-Lawyer
– Consultation on Social Finance Fund Announced
– Special Senate Committee Update
February 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– Legal Issues in Social Media for Charities and Not-for-Profits
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Supreme Court Rules on “Reasonable Expectation of Privacy” in Voyeurism Case
– Ontario Court Orders Access to Members’ Email Addresses
– Tax Court of Canada Finds Inflated Gift in Kind Values in Two Donation Programs
– Charitable Status Revoked Due to Inadequate Books and Records
– Characteristics of Employee Duties Found not to be Managerial or Supervisory
– BC Court Releases Decision on Charities “Entrusting” Funds to Community Foundation
– Failure to Enforce Trademarks can Lead to a Loss of Trademark Rights
– Privacy Issues Affecting Charities
– Ottawa Region Charity & NFP Law Seminar Materials Available
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Supreme Court Rules on “Reasonable Expectation of Privacy” in Voyeurism Case
– Ontario Court Orders Access to Members’ Email Addresses
– Tax Court of Canada Finds Inflated Gift in Kind Values in Two Donation Programs
– Charitable Status Revoked Due to Inadequate Books and Records
– Characteristics of Employee Duties Found not to be Managerial or Supervisory
– BC Court Releases Decision on Charities “Entrusting” Funds to Community Foundation
– Failure to Enforce Trademarks can Lead to a Loss of Trademark Rights
– Privacy Issues Affecting Charities
– Ottawa Region Charity & NFP Law Seminar Materials Available
January 2019 Charity & NFP Law Update
– “PPDDA” In, “Political Activities” Out: CRA’s New Draft Guidance on PPDDA Open for Comment
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Court Declares Not-for-Profit Cemetery to be a Charitable Trust
– Ontario Court Strikes Part of OSPCA’s Special Act for Charter Violation
– Ontario Bill 66 and O Reg 498/18 Propose Amendments to Employment Legislation
– New Raffle Options for Charities in Ontario
– Medical Cannabis Exclusion from Benefit Plan Not Discriminatory
– More Changes to Trademark Law That Will Impact Charities and NFPs
– The CRTC Updates its Website on FAQs about CASL
– Draft Guidelines on the Territorial Scope of the GDPR
– Final Order Involving the Humboldt Broncos’ Crowdfunding Campaign
– Update on Special Senate Committee on the Charitable Sector
– CRA News
– Legislation Update
– Corporate Update
– Court Declares Not-for-Profit Cemetery to be a Charitable Trust
– Ontario Court Strikes Part of OSPCA’s Special Act for Charter Violation
– Ontario Bill 66 and O Reg 498/18 Propose Amendments to Employment Legislation
– New Raffle Options for Charities in Ontario
– Medical Cannabis Exclusion from Benefit Plan Not Discriminatory
– More Changes to Trademark Law That Will Impact Charities and NFPs
– The CRTC Updates its Website on FAQs about CASL
– Draft Guidelines on the Territorial Scope of the GDPR
– Final Order Involving the Humboldt Broncos’ Crowdfunding Campaign
– Update on Special Senate Committee on the Charitable Sector
