Lawrence Trafford charity registration revoked

Summary#

The Canada Revenue Agency posted a notice saying it intends to revoke the registration of Lawrence Trafford Evangelistic Association Inc. (business number 119009983RR0001). The revocation is set to take effect on March 22, 2025, the date the notice was published in the Canada Gazette under the Income Tax Act.

What it does#

• The Canada Revenue Agency notified the charity that it failed to meet parts of the Income Tax Act and that it intends to revoke the charity’s registered status.
• The notice cites specific provisions (paragraphs 168(1)(b), 168(1)(c), 168(1)(d), 168(1)(e) and subsection 149.1(2)), but the Gazette item does not explain the detailed reasons.
• The revocation is effective on the publication date: March 22, 2025.

Who's affected#

• The primary organisation affected is Lawrence Trafford Evangelistic Association Inc. in Leask, Saskatchewan.
• Donors to that charity could be affected if the charity can no longer issue official donation receipts.
• People or communities who receive services from the charity could be affected if the organisation loses funding or changes operations.
• The notice may also be of interest to other charities and advisors who follow tax-registration rules.

Why it matters#

• Losing registered status usually means a charity can’t issue official tax receipts and may face other tax consequences. That can reduce donations and disrupt the charity’s activities.
• Donors should check the charity’s registration before relying on receipts for tax claims.
• The Gazette notice gives the public formal warning; it does not explain the specific failures, so anyone concerned should contact the Canada Revenue Agency or the charity for details.