Recent developments in Europe related to cross-border giving demonstrate the increasing recognition of the importance of facilitating charitable giving and charitable activities that cross international borders. In contrast with the very restrictive rules in Canada, judgments in the European Union,...
A lot is happening in the not-for-profit sector that is new and different these days. Social entrepreneurs are everywhere (a good thing) and there is much talk about how charities and existing organizations can generate revenues and support in new...
In the case of Deol v. Grewal, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice reviewed the general principles regarding the appointment of members and the election of directors of non-share capital corporations. It issued strong reminders of the necessity to adhere...
Introduction Maintaining the workplace in compliance with a complex system of statutory and common law obligations is a constant source of challenge to Canadian employers, including charities and non-profit organizations. Workplace violence is one of the areas that receives broad...
Since its formation in 1995, The Miller Thomson Foundation has awarded scholarships totalling $2,550,000 to 2,550 promising students pursuing post-secondary education in Canada. Gerald Courage, Chair of Miller Thomson LLP, along with Gary G. Campbell, Q.C. and The Rt. Hon....
The HST is upon us. HST will now apply in Ontario and British Columbia as well as Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. The HST means more taxes to pay for your organization. Have you thought about how the HST...
The May 14, 2010 decision of the Ontario Divisional Court in Heintz v. Christian Horizons has been claimed as a victory by both sides. A close reading of the decision suggests that the Court has left it open for certain...