CRA Proposes Revocation of Many Charities

Summary#

The Canada Revenue Agency published notices in the Canada Gazette on January 31, 2026 saying it proposes to revoke the registration of a large number of charities under the Income Tax Act. Some revocations are for failure to meet filing requirements; others were requested because those charities have consolidated or merged with other organizations.

What it does#

• Lists many specific registered charities that the Canada Revenue Agency says it intends to revoke under the Income Tax Act.
• Separates the list into two groups:
  • Charities that did not meet filing requirements and are subject to a proposed revocation effective on the date of publication.
  • Charities that asked to have their registration revoked because they consolidated or merged with other organizations; those revocations are also being published.
• The notices were signed by Sharmila Khare, Director General of the Charities Directorate (as shown in the published item).

Who's affected#

• The named registered charities on the published lists (many organizations across provinces and territories). The Gazette item gives each charity’s business number and location.
• People who donate to, volunteer for, or receive services from those organizations may notice changes.
• It may also matter to other charities, local funders, and community partners who interact with the listed organizations.

Why it matters#

• Loss of registered status can change an organization’s ability to operate as a charity. That usually affects whether it can issue official donation receipts for tax purposes and may affect fundraising and public trust.
• Notices for consolidation or merger typically reflect administrative restructuring rather than non-compliance, so the practical impact may be different for those organizations.
• If you rely on or support a named charity, checking directly with that organization or with the Canada Revenue Agency can clarify the current status and any immediate effects.