Sector Source (Imagine Canada)
Sector Source connects charities and nonprofits with resources and information that help them develop their organizations and get the job done for the communities they serve.
Ontario's Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA)
Ontario’s Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) provides a modern, legal framework for not-for-profit corporations, including charitable corporations.
It sets out how not-for-profit corporations in Ontario are created, governed and dissolved.
Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act
An Act respecting not-for-profit corporations and certain other corporations.
Not-for-Profit Incorporator's Handbook
The purpose of this Handbook is to provide both the layman and the professional with some general information on the nature of a not-for-profit corporation and guidelines on how to incorporate such a corporation.
CALLING ALL SOCIAL ENTERPRISES; Social Enterprise Incubator Applications now open!
Current round of applications due are March 15th, 2019 for the Libro Social Enterprise Incubator, a program of Pillar Nonprofit Network starting April 1st, 2019.
Social Enterprise Startup Incubator applications now open! Due June 15th!
"Having a space that is forward thinking but is also value driven and has all kinds of talent in one building, @Innovation Works is a hub of social enterprise and good business in London"
Starting a social enterprise? Embedding social values into an existing business? Creating a sustainable model for your non-profit? Give yourself the best chance of success by immersing yourself in the right environment with @PillarNN.
How to apply for charitable registration (CRA)
Before applying for registration as a charity, make sure you have made an informed decision. The Canada Revenue Agency has pulled together some resources and suggestions to help the process go smoothly.
Charity Central
Charity Central is a Canada-wide charity law education initiative that supports Canadian charities in understanding and complying with the requirements of the Income Tax Act in the areas of receipting, fundraising, record keeping, and accountability and transparency practices. They have developed a user friendly website which offers a wide range of resources in a variety of formats, both in English and French.
Not-for-Profit Information Source: ServiceOntario
Helpful information from ServiceOntario about starting and managing a nonprofit.
Questions to ask before starting an organization
Like starting a business, it's important to do your research before starting a nonprofit or charity:
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