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CRA Charity Registration

Give your cause the official recognition it deserves with a charity number!

Benefits for your organization

  1. Obtain official recognition for your mission and actions.
  2. Issue tax receipts to attract more donors.
  3. Access funding opportunities and strengthen your impact.

Why obtain a charity number?

You want to:

  • Give your organization official recognition to legitimize your actions.
  • Attract more support by issuing tax receipts to your donors.
  • Access sustainable funding to develop your projects.

However, administrative and legal procedures can seem complex and daunting. With our support, we simplify the process and guide you step by step to ensure your success.

Our Offer

Full support in obtaining your charity number

Our service includes:

  • Identification of jurisdiction: Determine whether your application should be provincial or federal, depending on your field of activity.
  • Defining your mission: Clarifying your objectives and activities to align your organization with government requirements.
  • Gathering the necessary documents: Gather and organize the documents required to build a complete file.
  • Preparing letters patent: Draft letters patent to legally establish your organization.
  • Submission and follow-up: Submit your file to the CRA and ensure regular follow-up until you obtain your number.

Benefits

Benefits for your organization

  1. Greater legitimacy with your donors and partners.
  2. Increased financial opportunities thanks to the ability to issue tax receipts.
  3. Greater visibility within your community and with institutions.
  4. A solid base from which to develop your actions and broaden your impact.

Process

Key steps to obtaining a charity number

Phases

01

Identification of jurisdiction

  • Determine whether the application is provincial or federal.

02

Defining your mission and objectives

  • Clarify your organization’s vision and activities.

03

Gathering the necessary documents

  • Organize the information required to compile a complete file.

04

Preparation of letters patent

  • Draft the documents needed to establish your legal structure.

05

Submission and follow-up

  • Submit application to CRA and follow up until final approval.

Results and Deliverables

What you get

  1. A personalized analysis to determine the jurisdiction best suited to your organization.
  2. A clear mission and objectives to align your request with regulatory requirements.
  3. A complete and professional file, ready for submission to the CRA.
  4. Coaching to maximize your chances of success.
  5. A charity number, a guarantee of credibility and official recognition.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

It provides official recognition and enables tax receipts to be issued to encourage donations.

Obtaining charitable registration allows you to have your organization officially recognized by federal and provincial authorities. You benefit from an income tax exemption, allowing you to keep more funds for your cause. What’s more, you’ll be able to issue tax receipts to your donors, enabling them to benefit from tax deductions or credits. This increases donor confidence in your organization and can significantly broaden your base of financial support.

Processing your application can take from 8 to 12 months, depending on the Canada Revenue Agency’s workload. It’s important to prepare a complete file to avoid unnecessary delays.

You’ll need to submit documents relating to your mission, your objectives and evidence of your organization’s structure. Careful preparation of these documents is essential to the success of your application.

Yes, you can apply on your own, but it can be complex. Our team is here to help you navigate the process and avoid mistakes that could delay your application.

Yes, any organization established in Canada can apply for charitable registration. This is an excellent opportunity for small organizations to grow and attract funds.

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Ready to get your charity number?

Our expertise can help you simplify the process, boost your credibility and gain access to mission-critical funding.

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