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Key Considerations

The process of registering a charity, while relatively straightforward, does have some complex components requiring some serious thought and planning to progress your application through to completion. Before getting underway there a some items to consider before embarking upon that process.

Items to consider before applying for charitable status.
An explanation of how the word "charitable" is defined in Canada.
A description of the alternatives to registering as a charitable organization.
Outlines the arguments for and against charitable status
Common mistakes made by applicants when applying for charitable status.