Proposed Revocation of Four Charities' Status

Summary#

The Canada Revenue Agency published notices in the Canada Gazette on March 1, 2025 saying it intends to revoke the registered charity status of four organizations. The notices say the revocations will be effective on the date of publication because each charity failed to meet parts of the Income Tax Act.

What it does#

• Announces proposed revocation of registration for these charities (business number — name — location):
  • 801315474RR0001 — ELDERS IN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, Vancouver, B.C.
  • 812977569RR0001 — THRIVE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, Vancouver, B.C.
  • 823786199RR0001 — DELICATE BALANCE FOUNDATION, Vancouver, B.C.
  • 826790289RR0001 — PARAKLESIS FOUNDATION, Blackfalds, Alta.
• Says each charity failed to meet parts of the Income Tax Act (the notices list the specific provisions).
• Identifies Sharmila Khare, Director General, Charities Directorate, as the official who sent the notices.
• States the revocations are intended to be effective on March 1, 2025 (the publication date).

Who's affected#

• The four named charities and their staff or volunteers.
• People or groups who donate to or receive services from these charities.
• Funders, partners, and any organizations that rely on these charities’ registered status.
• The general public where these charities operate (communities in Vancouver and Blackfalds).

Why it matters#

• Losing registered charity status generally means the organization can no longer issue official donation receipts for tax purposes and may lose tax advantages and access to some funding or programs.
• Donors, partners and beneficiaries may see practical impacts on funding, services, or tax claims if the revocations take effect.
• The Gazette notice is an official step in the process; it signals a significant change for each listed charity. The notice itself does not explain any follow-up steps here.