CRA proposes revocation of charity registrations

Summary#

The Canada Revenue Agency has published a notice under the Income Tax Act saying it intends to revoke the charity registration of the organizations named in the Gazette. The agency says the revocations are because the charities did not meet required filing rules and are effective on June 27, 2026 (the date of publication).

What it does#

• Says the CRA sent a formal notice of intention to revoke registration to each charity listed for failing to meet filing requirements.
• States that, under the law cited in the notice, the revocation is effective on the date the notice appears in the Canada Gazette — June 27, 2026.
• Publishes the list of affected organizations by business number and name in the Gazette. Examples on the list include LIBRA HOUSE INC., WORLDWIDE GIVING, and CHALLENGE - DISABILITY RESOURCE GROUP.
• The notice is signed by Sharmila Khare, Director General, Charities Directorate.

Who's affected#

• The charities named in the Gazette notice — they will be directly affected if their registrations are revoked.
• People and groups that donate to those charities, and the staff, volunteers and clients who rely on their services.
• The list covers organizations in multiple provinces and territories; the Gazette entry itself should be checked to see whether a particular charity is named.

Why it matters#

• Losing registered charity status usually means an organization can no longer issue official donation receipts and may have trouble raising funds. Donors may no longer be able to claim charitable tax credits for past or future gifts, depending on how the situation is resolved.
• Services that communities depend on (shelters, child care centres, food banks, local museums, etc.) could be disrupted if a charity loses funding or otherwise cannot operate as before.
• If you rely on or support any charity named in the notice, check the Canada Gazette entry or contact the charity (or the CRA’s Charities Directorate) to confirm the organisation’s current status and what it means for donations or services.