May 29, 2008

Applicants for Charitable Status in Canada with foreign activities need to provide detailed info

Posted by Mark Blumberg on 05/29 | comments (0) | permalink | forward to a friend
Published under: Canadian Charity Law

The Canada Revenue Agency has recently been sending out a new form letter to some applicants for charitable registration which appear to have foreign activities requesting they provide greater detail in terms of the foreign activities.  Here is a copy of a sample letter from CRA.  The letter is worth reading and I would emphasize the importance of providing sufficient detail of the proposed foreign activity as well as a draft agreement for any structured arrangements.

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May 14, 2008

Bequests in Wills In Canada - Avoiding Legal and Ethical Problems When Supporting Good Causes

Posted by Mark Blumberg on 05/14 | comments (0) | permalink | forward to a friend
Published under: Planned Giving and Canadian Charities

Here is a copy of my powerpoint presentation entitled Bequests in Wills In Canada - Avoiding Legal and Ethical Problems When Supporting Good Causes - Ontario Bar Assocation May 14, 2008.