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Chair's Report

  • November 01, 2012
  • Linda Godel

The beginning of a new term for the Charity and Not-for-Profit Law Section brought some changes to our Executive. We welcome our new members and thank our departing members for their invaluable contributions to our Section.

Charity and Not-For-Profit Law

Chair's Report

  • June 06, 2012
  • Linda Godel

The Charity and Not-for-Profit Law Section Executive’s last meeting was held on April 3rd and was followed by a very informative presentation by Guy Giorno entitled “What you and your Charity Clients need to Know About Political Activities and Lobbying”.

Charity and Not-For-Profit Law

CRA Releases Revised Fundraising Guidance

  • June 06, 2012
  • Andrew Valentine

CRA has recently released an updated version of its guidance on fundraising activities by registered charities. The new Guidance GC-013 Fundraising by Registered Charities, was issued on April 20, 2012, and replaces former Guidance CPS-028, which was originally released on June 11, 2009.

Charity and Not-For-Profit Law

Chair's Report

  • March 22, 2012
  • Lind Godel, Chair

The Charity and Not-for-Profit Law Section continues to be very active and busy. Our Executive last met on January 17th and as usual had a very lively meeting and full discussion on various issues affecting the not-for-profit sector. 

Charity and Not-For-Profit Law

Quorum and Conflict of Interest: How Does That Work?

  • March 22, 2012
  • Kimberley A. Cunnington-Taylor

The Charity and Not-for-Profit program titled "Board Issues under the new Not-for-profit Corporations Acts: Potential Problems and Practical Solutions" presented at the 2012 OBA Institute, was, in my view, a resounding success.

Charity and Not-For-Profit Law

Reference Letter Liability

  • March 22, 2012
  • Sheldon L. Wood

Charities and non-profit organizations that provide reference letters to departing and former employees need to ensure that they are aware of the possible legal implications that such letters entail.

Charity and Not-For-Profit Law