Revocation of Charity Registrations

Summary#

The Canada Revenue Agency published a notice on November 25, 2023 naming many charities that it proposes to revoke for failing to meet filing requirements under the Income Tax Act. The notice says the revocations are effective on the date the notice appears in the Canada Gazette.

What it does#

• Lists dozens of registered charities and their business numbers that the Canada Revenue Agency says did not meet filing rules.
• States that a “notice of intention to revoke” was sent to each listed charity before this Gazette notice.
• Says the revocation of registration is effective on November 25, 2023 (the publication date).
• Provides the names and business numbers so the public and donors can identify the affected organizations.

Who's affected#

• The individual organizations named in the Gazette — for example CLANDONALD EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES ASSOCIATION, RIVER CITY PRESCHOOL CENTRE, KASLO COMMUNITY CHURCH, and many others across provinces and territories.
• People who donate to, work for, volunteer with, or receive services from those organizations.
• Funders or partners that rely on a group’s registered-charity status.
• The general public in communities served by the listed charities.

Why it matters#

• Losing registered status usually means a group can no longer issue official charitable donation receipts and may lose tax-exempt benefits.
• That can affect donors’ tax claims, an organization’s ability to attract funding, and the services it provides.
• If you deal with an organization on the list, check directly with the group or the Canada Revenue Agency for the full details and next steps.