Bylaws, letters patent, and constitutions

When an organization in Canada seeks incorporation, it is necessary for them to have a consitution, bylaws, and letters of patent in place. In this podcast, Adam explains each of these terms, describes what types of information must be included in each document, and suggests where organizations can go for more information on preparing them.

Bylaws, letters patent, and constitutions

How HST will affect Canadian nonprofits

In 2010, both British Columbia and Ontario will begin using a harmonized sales tax. This change will have an impact on nonprofits and charities in many different ways, including with regards to federal tax exemptions and disbursement quotas. Listen to this podcast to find out whether your organization will have to pay more in taxes, how your administration costs may drop, and how the HST might affect your clients and donors.

How HST will affect Canadian nonprofits