Social Impact Newsletter

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February 11, 2014

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Changes Introduced to Operation of Charitable Lotteries under the Criminal Code

As a further measure designed to increase the efficiency of registered charities, the Budget proposes to revise the provisions of the Criminal Code that impose restrictions on how charities can conduct lottery sales in support of their causes. Under section...

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Response to Report by House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance

The Report by the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance, which was released in February 2013 reviewed a range of options to encourage charitable giving in Canada and made recommendations related to reducing administrative burdens and improving public awareness....

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Budget Announces Commitment to Explore Social Finance

The Minister of Employment and Social Development established a new Ministerial Advisory Council on Social Innovation in December 2013. The purpose of the Advisory Council is to work with leaders in the not-for-profit and private sectors to explore the potential...

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