The CBC today covered the issue of Canadian pro sports teams and their fundraising charities in “Pro sports charities hoarding cash, overspending on fundraising, watchdog says“. This is a follow on to the coverage by the Toronto Star from 2010.
There are other CBC stories related to specific teams as well including:
Charity watchdog urges donors to think twice before giving to Calgary Flames Foundation
Charity watchdog says Habs children's foundation lacks transparency
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