CRA recently sent out a reminder that if your charity has a March 31 fiscal year end, you need to file your T3010 by September 30, 2023. Keep in mind that the number one reason that a Canadian charity loses its registered charity status is the non-filing of the T3010. Also, there are serious consequences for filing a T3010 that is inaccurate or incomplete.
For those who have filed by paper in the past, it is a good idea to look into filing using the CRA MyBA system online. It avoids the months of worrying about whether CRA received your T3010 and whether they inputted the information correctly.
For those that are interested in understanding more about the T3010 we have a course that might be useful.
Here is the CRA note:
If your charity’s fiscal year ended on March 31, the deadline to file your T3010 annual information return is September 30.
As this deadline approaches, we encourage you to file your return online through My Business Account (MyBA) – if you have not done so already, sign up today! Any officials within your charity who are registered for MyBA can help complete the return, and authorized representatives can use Represent a Client. Please note that if you are signing up for the first time, it can take five to ten days to receive your security code in the mail, so make sure you factor this into your plans in order to not miss your filing deadline.
After registering, simply log in with your CRA user ID and password. The required forms, sections, and schedules are identified for you, so filing a complete return is easy.
If you choose to file your charity’s return on paper, you must use the latest version of the Form T3010, Registered Charity Information Return.
We’re here to help
For tips on completing your return, visit our T3010 charity return – Overview page or refer to our comprehensive guide on Completing the Registered Charity Information Return.
For step-by-step instructions on registering for MyBA, visit My Business Account for charities.
Our client service team is here to support you. If you require assistance completing your return or using digital services, please call us at 1‑800‑267‑2384. Our representatives are available to help you Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, local time.
Updating your charity’s information
Does your charity have a new director? Or has there been a change to your charity’s mailing address? Make sure the information we currently have on file for your charity RR account is up to date.
You can update your organization’s information in MyBA. There are different processes depending on the type of change you need to make. Consult our Making a change to your organization page or contact the Charities Directorate to learn more.