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Using Intermediaries in Canada

Canadian charities can work with groups in Canada who are not registered charities such as nonprofits, for-profit businesses and individuals.  These non-charities are referred to as “non-qualified donees”.  Outside of the big cities often, it is really important to work with intermediaries as there may be far fewer charities to work with who have the necessary skills, equipment and experience to carry out charitable or other activities. There are, however, rules around when a Canadian charity provides resources to these “nonqualified donees. “ We assist Canadian charities in understanding either the direction and control requirements or the grant-to-grantee requirements, as well as other compliance issues in dealing with intermediaries in Canada.  

If you wish to retain our law firm to assist with your charity or non-profit in dealing with non-qualified donees either in Canada or abroad, you can contact us. 

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