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September 2023
2023-09-25
The September 30 filing deadline is one week away!
If your charity’s fiscal year ended on March 31, the deadline to file your T3010 annual information return is September 30.
We encourage all charities to file their returns online through My Business Account (MyBA) - it’s fast, convenient, and secure!
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, you can 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, please visit My Business Account for charities.
As always, 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.
Reminder: make sure your charity’s information is up to date!
It’s important to let us know if there have been changes within your charity since the last time you updated your RR charity account information. Consult our Making a change to your organization page or contact the Charities Directorate to learn more.
2023-09-01
The September 30 filing deadline is fast approaching!
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.
July 2023
2023-07-27
Reminder: Contact us right away if your charity has been impacted by wildfires, floods or other adverse weather events
As wildfire and flood activity continues to be higher than normal across most of the country, the safety and security of your directors, employees, volunteers, and communities remain a primary concern.
We understand that some charities may be unable to meet their filing obligations due to extraordinary circumstances, such as a fire or flood.
In such cases, it is important to contact the Charities Directorate as soon as possible to discuss your situation. This will help ensure that your charity remains in good standing. Our client service team is here to support you Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, local time.
For more information about your charity’s filing obligations during adverse weather events, please contact the Charities Directorate’s client service team at 1-800-267-2384.
June 2023
2023-06-26
The June 30 filing deadline is close!
If your charity’s fiscal year ended on December 31, the deadline to file your T3010 annual information return is Friday, June 30.
We encourage you to file your return using our online services for charities offered through My Business Account (MyBA) – it’s fast, easy to use, convenient, and secure!
If you haven’t done so already, sign up for MyBA. If you are an authorized representative, sign up for Represent a Client.
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.
Adverse weather events
In light of the recent forest fires and other climate issues, here is a special note on dealing with adverse weather events affecting your community:
- The safety and security of your directors, employees, and volunteers is a primary concern.
- We understand that some charities may be unable to meet their filing obligations as usual, due to extraordinary circumstances beyond their control, such as a fire or flood.
- In such cases, it is important to contact the Charities Directorate as soon as possible to discuss your situation. This will help ensure that your charity remains in good standing.
- Protect your books and records against weather-related events with the following steps:
- Take extra precautions when storing your books and records if you live in an area prone to wildfires or floods
- Keep a back-up of your electronic records in a secure off-site location as an added precaution
- In the unfortunate situation that your books and records have been destroyed as a result of an adverse event, contact the Charities Directorate client service team as soon as possible.
We’re here to help
For tips on completing your return, consult 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, please visit Access our online services for charities.
As always, our client service team is here to support you. If you require assistance completing your return or using online 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.
2023-06-02
Reminder: File your return by June 30!
If your charity’s fiscal year ended on December 31, the deadline to file your T3010 annual information return is June 30.
As this deadline approaches, we encourage all charities to file their return using our online services for charities offered through My Business Account (MyBA) – it’s fast, easy to use, convenient, and secure!
If you haven’t done so already, sign up for MyBA. If you are an authorized representative, sign up for Represent a Client.
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.
Important update to the information return
On June 23, 2022, the Government of Canada passed legislation to allow Canadian registered charities to make grants to non-qualified donees (grantees). For more information, see CG-032, Registered charities making grants to non-qualified donees (draft).
To reflect this change, we have updated the registered charity information return:
- updated Form T3010, Registered Charity Information Return, which now requires charities to report grants they made to non-qualified donees (grantees).
- the new Form T1441, Qualifying Disbursements: Grants to Non-Qualified Donees (Grantees), which allows charities to report detailed grant information, as required by the Income Tax Act.
You must use the updated version of the T3010 when filing your charity’s return. If you already filed a return for your fiscal period end, you do not need to refile with the new form. Ensure that you keep adequate books and records to support all granting activities.
We’re here to help
For tips on completing your return, consult 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, please visit Access our online services for charities.
As always, our client service team is here to support you. If you require assistance completing your return or using online 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.
May 2023
2023-05-24
Charities webinars
Registration for Books and records is now open. In this webinar, we will guide you through important information on how to manage your charity’s books and records.
This webinar will be held on June 7 and 8, on Microsoft Teams live events. To register for a session, go to Charities information sessions and webinars.
We encourage all representatives to attend, regardless of experience. Those who are new to charities will find this an excellent introduction to keeping adequate books and records. And for those with more experience, we hope this will be a helpful refresher.
Space is limited! Register today!
2023-05-15
Important update to the information return
On June 23, 2022, the Government of Canada passed legislation to allow Canadian registered charities to make grants to non-qualified donees (grantees). For more information, see CG-032, Registered charities making grants to non-qualified donees (draft).
To reflect this change, we have updated the registered charity information return:
- updated Form T3010, Registered Charity Information Return, which now requires charities to report grants they made to non-qualified donees (grantees).
- the new Form T1441, Qualifying Disbursements: Grants to Non-Qualified Donees (Grantees), which allows charities to report detailed grant information, as required by the Income Tax Act.
Guide T4033, Completing Form T3010 Registered Charity Information Return will also be updated in the near future and will provide instructions on how to complete the T3010 and T1441.
You must use the updated version of the T3010 when filing your charity’s return. If you already filed a return for your fiscal period end, you do not need to refile with the new form. Ensure that you keep adequate books and records to support all granting activities.
We encourage all charities to file their information return online through My Business Account. Digital services always use the latest forms and guide you through every section to make sure you file a complete return. It is fast, secure, and easy.
If you have any questions, contact our client service team at 1-800-267-2384. Our representatives are available to help you Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, local time.
April 2023
2023-04-05
Charities webinars
We are pleased to announce that our next webinar is arriving this spring!
Registration for Books and records is now open. In this webinar, we will guide you through important information on how to manage your charity’s books and records.
This webinar will be held on April 19 and 20, 2023, on Microsoft Teams live events. To register for a session, go to Charities information sessions and webinars.
We encourage all representatives to attend, regardless of experience. Those who are new to charities will find this an excellent introduction to keeping adequate books and records. And for those with more experience, we hope this will be a helpful refresher.
Space is limited! Register today!
February 2023
2023-02-21
Changes to the disbursement quota rules for charities
On December 15, 2022, Bill C-32, Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2022, received Royal Assent. As a result, changes were made to the disbursement quota (DQ) rules for charities. Review these changes to find out how your charity may be affected. For more information about the legislation, go to C-32 (44-1) - Parliament of Canada.
On January 1, 2023, the following amendments came into effect:
- On the portion of property exceeding $1 million, the DQ rate increased from 3.5% to 5%. For property equal to or less than $1 million, the DQ rate remains at 3.5%.
- The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has discretion to grant a reduction in a charity’s DQ obligation for any particular tax year, and the CRA can also publicly disclose information related to such a decision.
- The CRA is no longer accepting requests to accumulate property. Previously approved property accumulation agreements are still valid until the expiry of the approved period.
Over the coming months, we will update our website, forms, and other publications to reflect these new rules and announce the changes once they are published.
If you need more information on how these changes affect your charity, or have questions about the new disbursement quota rules for charities, please call our client service team at 1-800-267-2384. Our representatives are available to help you Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., local time.
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