In this episode, we cover some common questions concerning Canadian charity law, offering guidance for both new and established organizations. It strongly warns against the dangerous misconception of "borrowing" another charity's registration number while awaiting approval, which carries severe legal consequences including potential revocation of charitable status. The discussion clarifies that new rules for political activities eliminate the previous resource percentage restriction, allowing charities more freedom for non-partisan public policy dialogue if aligned with their mission. Furthermore, it explains that director residency requirements are more flexible than commonly thought. Finally, the episode cautions that social activities must be limited and must serve a fundraising or incidental purpose to the charity's core mission.
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