Charities and politics don't mix

Charities exist to serve the public good in one form or another, but when it comes to politics, their role is severely limited. Adam Aptowitzer, a lawyer with the Ottawa-based law firm Drache LLP, discusses the role charities can play in the political process without risking their charitable registration. He also explains what constitutes partisan politics and the penalties charities face if they engage in such activities.

Charities and politics don't mix (MP3)

Federal Budget 2007

The federal Conservatives presented their 2007 budget on March 19th and there was some good news for charities, namely the elimination of capital gains tax on the donation of publicly-listed securities to private foundations. Adam Aptowitzer, a lawyer with the Ottawa-based law firm Drache LLP, explains what this will mean for charities, plus highlights some of the other budget announcements that affect Canada's nonprofit sector.

Budget 2007: Legal implications for charities (MP3)