Not-For-Profits

The purpose of this article is to describe the typical roles that you will find within a non-profit in Canada and how to fill those roles.  It is common to find the following roles in Canadian non-profit organizations, regardless of whether the organizations...

Non-profit organizations in Canada are guided by their missions to create positive impacts within communities. To achieve this, the role of an effective board cannot be overstated.  Board meetings serve as essential venues for decision-making, strategic...

Within the framework of non-profits in Canada, the role of the Secretary holds a position of significant importance. Often perceived as a behind-the-scenes position, the Secretary plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth functioning, compliance, and...

Calling board meetings is a frequent responsibility for leaders of non-profit organizations in Canada. Board meetings provide an opportunity for directors to discuss and make decisions on important matters that affect the organization and its mission. ...

It is really important that you understand what laws apply to your non-profit and what those laws say. This article aims to highlight some of the most important laws that affect non-profits in Canada. Corporate Laws When most people think of corporations, they...

If you have spent any time working in a non-profit, then you will know that the board of directors plays a critical role.  But board members are busy people who usually have lots of outside responsibilities, and getting everyone in the Boardroom (or on a Zoom...

On October 19, 2021, Ontario launched the new Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (“ONCA”). So, what does this mean for your Ontario Nonprofit? Read on to learn more.

Many people think of registered charities (a “Charity”) and Not-For-Profit Corporations (“NFPs”) as interchangeable terminologies, defining the same thing. In this article, we are going to try and explain this misconception and clearly break down the difference.