Revocation of Charity Registrations

Summary#

The Canada Revenue Agency published a notice that it will revoke the registered‑charity status of a long list of organizations after those organizations asked for revocation. The action is under the Income Tax Act and takes effect on the date the notice appeared in the Canada Gazette, October 7, 2023.

What it does#

• Confirms that the charities named in the Canada Gazette asked to have their registration ended.
• Announces the CRA’s intention to revoke those charities’ registration under the Income Tax Act.
• States the revocations are effective on publication in the Canada Gazette (October 7, 2023).
• Lists each charity by business number and name in the Gazette.
• The notice is signed by Sharmila Khare, Director General, Charities Directorate.

Who's affected#

• The specific organizations named in the Gazette (see the full list in the Canada Gazette). Examples from the list include FONDATION CARDIO-MONTÉRÉGIENNE, CANADIAN ARCTIC RESOURCES COMMITTEE INC., and THE SALVATION ARMY ST. MARY’S COMMUNITY CHURCH.
• Many local churches, community groups, foundations and several regional circuits of Jehovah’s Witnesses appear in the list.
• Donors, volunteers and people who use services from those groups may notice changes if a charity is closing, merging or changing legal status.

Why it matters#

• A revoked registration means the organization will no longer be a registered charity under the Income Tax Act, which normally means it cannot issue official donation receipts for income‑tax purposes.
• If a charity is winding up or changing status, local services or programs provided by that charity could be affected.
• Donors or community members who need certainty about receipts or ongoing services should check the Gazette notice for the exact names listed or contact the organization directly.