Highlights

  • The Canada Revenue Agency is revoking the charitable status of various organizations for not meeting tax filing requirements.
  • New certification requirements for emergency radio apparatuses have been released by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.
  • The Department of Transport has set a new levy for the Ship-source Oil Pollution Fund.
  • The Privy Council Office is accepting applications for Governor in Council positions, focusing on diversity and merit.
  • Scotia General Insurance Company is seeking to reorganize under the Canada Business Corporations Act, pending approval from the Minister of Finance.

Canada Revenue Agency Revokes Charitable Status of Non-Compliant Organizations

The Canada Revenue Agency has issued a notice of intention to revoke the charitable status of various organizations due to non-compliance with the filing requirements set out in the Income Tax Act. The revocation is effective as of the publication of the notice in the Canada Gazette. The list includes a diverse range of charities across Canada, from spiritual assemblies and cultural groups to animal welfare and medical foundations. Organizations affected include those focused on community support, religious groups, educational foundations, and health-related charities, among others. The notice serves as a formal step in enforcing tax law compliance and maintaining the integrity of the charitable sector. [Source]

Canadian Government Updates on Radio Standards, Oil Pollution Levy, and Governor in Council Appointments

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada has released Radio Standards Specification RSS-287, Issue 3, which outlines certification requirements for radio apparatuses operating on specific frequencies used by emergency beacons and devices. The public can submit comments and suggestions for the document online.

The Department of Transport has announced that the levy for the Ship-source Oil Pollution Fund would be set at 61.45 cents, applicable if imposed during the fiscal year starting April 1, 2024.

The Privy Council Office is seeking applications from Canadians for various Governor in Council positions across multiple organizations, emphasizing a transparent, merit-based process that values diversity and a respectful work environment. Open positions include roles in financial institutions, cultural and scientific organizations, transportation safety, human rights, and more. Applications for these positions are open for a minimum of two weeks from their posting date. [Source]

Scotia General Insurance Company Seeks Continuance under CBCA Pending Minister of Finance Approval

Scotia General Insurance Company (SGIC) plans to request approval from the Minister of Finance to continue as a corporation under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA). The application will be submitted after April 15, 2024. The SGIC board has the right to withdraw the application before it is processed, without needing further approval from its sole shareholder. Approval from the Minister of Finance is not guaranteed and will depend on a standard review process. [Source]

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