CRA Charities Directorate retiring fax line as of April 1, 2026: Registered charities will no longer have the option to submit documents by fax

As of April 1, 2026, registered charities will no longer have the option to submit documents by fax to the Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) Charities Directorate. Faxed documents will not be received by the Charities Directorate as of this date....

Statistics Canada invites Canadians to share their feedback on the transformation of the General Social Survey

Statistics Canada is inviting Canadians to share their feedback on the transformation of the General Social Survey. The survey serves as a cornerstone for understanding social conditions and trends in Canada. As part of the General Social Statistics Program, the...

Applications are now open for Neighbourhood Small Grants: Available to all residents of B.C.

Applications are now open for Neighbourhood Small Grants, which are available to all residents of B.C. The funding program provides grants of up to $500 for projects that connect people socially or promote skill-sharing with each other. Some common types...

Manitoba Government moves to make menstrual products mandatory in workplaces: New requirements will come into effect early August 2026

The Manitoba Government moves to make menstrual products mandatory in workplaces. The new requirements will come into effect in early August 2026. The amendments to the Workplace Safety and Health Regulation require employers to provide menstrual products such as pads and...

The TELUS Friendly Future Foundation announced that funding applications are now open

The TELUS Friendly Future Foundation announced that funding applications are now open. The Foundation is dedicated to funding health and education-focused charitable programs for youth in communities across Canada through Community Boards. Who can apply: A Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)...

Epilepsy Awareness Month shines light on new technology and Steps of Hope Walk

New wearable technologies are offering promising tools to help people living with epilepsy detect and respond to seizures, improving safety and peace of mind for individuals and families. Recent advances in wearable technology, including smartwatches and specialized devices, can detect patterns...

The Legacy Landscape: Understanding Planned Giving in Canada Report

For 15 years, Good Works' State of the Legacy Nation report provided Canadian fundraisers with an up-to-date analysis of how Canadians give in their Wills. This year, the report has a new name — and tons of new content! Meet The...

New insights from CICP into charities’ relationships with Donor Advised Funds

The Charity Insights Canada Project (CICP) published insights into charities’ relationships with Donor Advised Funds, drawing on responses from organizations across Canada. Over one-third (36%) of participating Canadian charities reported receiving zero DAF grants in the past 12 months; meanwhile, the majority...

Statistics Canada released 2023 data on rural and small town nonprofits in Canada

Statistics Canada released the 2023 data on rural and small town nonprofits in Canada. There were nearly 136,225 active nonprofits operating across Canada in 2023 – 28,892 of which were active in rural and small-town areas. The number of nonprofits operating in...

FSC Social Impact Challenge invites Canadians to submit bold, early-stage ideas that address urgent challenges

The FSC Social Impact Challenge is a national, virtual initiative inviting Canadians to propose bold, community-driven solutions to issues like housing, income inequality, and mental health. All ideas are welcome. The most promising idea will be piloted by Foundations for...
Scroll to Top