August 2009
Rebalancing the Economy by Lynn Eakin
Today after the meltdown of the market economy, paying closer attention to the public benefit economy seems like a good idea. The public benefit economy operates in our communities on principles that are fundamentally different from those of the market economy. In the public benefit economy success is measured not by how much wealth is amassed but by how much our common wealth is shared, preserved for future generations, or given away.
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The Latest on CRA Guidelines
By now you have probably heard that CRA has issued their fundraising guidelines. The good news is they are quite changed as a result of the consultation process both in tone and detail. We made a difference. The bad news is that many underlying issues with regard to CRA’s approach to charities raising funds to pursue their charitable mission have not been addressed (disbursement quota, definition of what’s charitable etc. ) but let us leave those policy issues for later. Here is a practical advisory on the guidelines. Read More»
Free Workshops: Strategies for Successful Compliance with Income Tax Act
Ensuring compliance with the Income Tax Act may seem confusing but we’re here to help you by providing plain-language resources, tools and practical training so you can quickly get the information you need to ensure you are meeting your legal obligations.
In September, ONN is hosting a series of free workshops for small and/or rural charities on how to comply with the Income Tax Act. These workshops are best suited to your Executive Director, Board Chair, Treasurer, or the designated person responsible for completing your CRA public information form (T3010).
All workshops will be held at the Centre for Social Innovation, 215 Spadina Avenue, Toronto and have a limited number of spaces. For details on the workshops and to register here click here.
ONN Announcements
- Save the Date! ONN is hosting its next province wide forum on April 13, 2010 in Toronto
ONN hosted a two day provincial forum in May to begin the development of an agenda of cross-sectoral priorities. More than 125 shared their thoughts, engaged in thoughtful discussions, and brainstormed six strategic priorities for the sector. Read More»
A great article about ONN's development and plans for the future.
We are busy putting together a series of policy and advocacy workshops/webinars. What would you be interested in attending? Let us know.
Following our May Forum, the Sudbury Social Planning Council invited ONN's Co-Chair Peter Clutterbuck to host our first regional consultation. Read More»
ONN and Imagine Canada worked together with a stellar group of folks from the nonprofit and private sectors to put together a submission to the Accounting Standards Board. Here is our final submission.
What could Ontario (all sectors - gov, npo's and business) do to create the conditions for social innovations to emerge and be adopted to better serve people and the planet? This was one of the conversations we had at our May Forum and a group of folks were interested in continuing it. If this topic excites you too, ONN invites you to join this new constellation scheduled to meet in September. Email us and we'll give you the details.
Sector News & Events
- Thanks for your feedback! Results from Ryerson's survey on opening up provincially-receipted fundraising events for charities is available and is very interesting.
Resources
This community-based research report was written by Peter Elson and associates and was developed in collaboration with the Ontario Nonprofit Network. This is the first of five research reports which will compare different policy dimensions related to social enterprises and nonprofits in Ontario and Quebec.
An examination of the reality of corporate giving during these challenging economic times as well as the role that they will play in shaping Canada's philanthropic landscape in the future.
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) proposed that the Government of Ontario provide a provincial non-refundable tax credit for charitable donations to augment the tax break already provided by the Federal Government. Is this good for Ontario?
A newly-released manual developed to help guide community practitioners and government officials in working to design policy solutions to complex problems.
A new report on how US nonprofits are using social networking.
If you are asking whether your organization should be looking to merge, or are wondering how to begin a conversation about merger, or even if you need assistance to launch an integration plan, these resources will help you take the next step.
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