New Canadian Media registration revoked

Summary#

• The Canada Revenue Agency published a notice that it will revoke the registration of a journalism organization at that organization’s request.
• The registration for New Canadian Media (business number 849157532RR0002) was revoked effective the date the notice appeared in the Canada Gazette: October 26, 2024.

What it does#

• Revokes the registered journalism organization status for New Canadian Media.
• The revocation follows a request from the organization and a notice of intention sent by the Canada Revenue Agency.
• The notice cites provisions of the Income Tax Act (paragraphs 168(1)(a) and 168(2)(a)) as the legal basis for the revocation.

Who's affected#

• The primary party affected is New Canadian Media (BN 849157532RR0002).
• Donors, funders, partners or others who relied on the organization’s registered status may also be affected. The Gazette notice does not list specific downstream consequences.

Why it matters#

• Losing registered journalism organization status changes the organization’s official tax-related designation.
• That change could affect financial relationships or the way the organization is listed in government records. The Gazette entry does not explain detailed effects, so anyone with a stake (donors, partners, readers) should contact the organization or the Canada Revenue Agency for clarification.