Ontario DeMolay Foundation Charity Revocation

Summary#

The Canada Revenue Agency has published a notice proposing to revoke the registration of ONTARIO DEMOLAY FOUNDATION (business number 890947542RR0001) for failing to meet parts of the Income Tax Act. The Gazette lists the revocation as effective on the date of publication, April 27, 2024.

What it does#

• Announces a proposed revocation of registered charity status for ONTARIO DEMOLAY FOUNDATION (BN 890947542RR0001).
• Says the reason is a failure to meet parts of the Income Tax Act, but does not list which parts or give further details in the notice.
• States the revocation is effective on the day the notice appears in the Canada Gazette (April 27, 2024).

Who's affected#

• The main party named is ONTARIO DEMOLAY FOUNDATION (BN 890947542RR0001).
• Donors to the charity — current and future — may be affected because charity registration status relates to official donation receipts.
• People or organizations that rely on the charity’s programs or services could notice changes.
• The notice itself does not explain other parties who might be affected or the full administrative or tax consequences.

Why it matters#

• Charity registration affects whether a group can issue official donation receipts and qualify for certain tax-related benefits. The Gazette notice signals the agency is moving to remove that status for this organization.
• The notice does not explain the specific failings or the detailed consequences. If you donate to, work with, or receive services from this charity, check directly with the charity or with Canada Revenue Agency for details and next steps.