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Not-for-Profit Incorporation

A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Not-for-Profit Corporation in Canada

Creating a not-for-profit corporation in Canada is a commendable endeavor that requires careful planning and adherence to legal requirements. By following these steps outlined in our guide, and utilizing the resources provided by Corporations Canada, you can establish a thriving organization...

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Sample Bylaws for Nonprofits Incorporated in Ontario

We are often asked by not-for-profits for a sample of bylaws that they can use for their Not-for-Profit and Charity. Below is a bylaw template which can be used by Not-for-Profits incorporated specifically in Ontario. It was drafted with the pending ONCA legislation, which is likely to come into for

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Sample Bylaws for Not-for-Profits and Charities in Canada

We are often asked by not-for-profits for a sample of bylaws that they can use for their Not-for-Profit and Charity. Below is a bylaw template which can be used by Not-for-Profits incorporated under the federal CNCA jurisdiction. Please see our sister post with sample bylaws which can be used specif

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What to Include in the Bylaws of a Canadian Non-profit

Not-for-Profit bylaws are the governance road map for the organization's officers and directors. Many Not-for-Profit look to the bylaws of other Not-for-Profit organizations or samples gleaned from the Internet with no regard to whether the bylaws match the structure and style of their organization.

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Don't Include These Provisions in Your Not-for-Profit Bylaws

Not-for-Profit bylaws should streamline governance, not complicate it. Too often, Non-profits include provisions in their bylaws that are old-fashioned and needlessly complex, and which typically lead to conflict and litigation, instead of providing a stable governance blueprint. Canadian Non-profit

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How To Build Not-for-Profit By-laws

When registering a Not-for-Profit corporation under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (NFP Act), you must create by-laws. By-laws set out the rules for governing and operating the corporation, and act like a "constitution" for the organization. By-laws can be modified at a later date as the

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Should I Incorporate my Not-for-Profit Federally or Provincially?

Short answer: Almost always, federally. Incorporating your Not-for-Profit federally is superior to incorporating provincially for almost all NFP incorporations, for the following reasons, amongst others: Incorporation Turnaround: To Incorporate a Federal Not-for-Profit is sometimes as quick as a few

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Post Not-for-Profit Incorporation Obligations

I have incorporated a Not-for-Profit. What are my obligations now?‍ 1. First AGM: Once incorporated, the incorporators must call a first meeting of directors. At this meeting, the Directors should, at minimum, a. make by-laws, b. appoint officers, c. issue memberships, and d. make banking arrangemen

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Should We Incorporate Our NPO?

Benefits of Incorporating a Not-for-Profit vs. Operating as an Unincorporated Association

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How to Incorporate a Federal Not-for-Profit

What are the steps to incorporate a Federal Non-profit in Canada? Reserve a name at nuans.com. Select and reserve a corporate name. Name must not directly conflict with a registered corporation or trademark. Draft Forms 4001 – Articles of Incorporation and 4002 – Initial Directors and Head OfficeEns

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Why Incorporate A Not-for-Profit?

The best way to further your social cause is through registering it as a Not-for-Profit corporation. There are 3 main reasons for this: Limited Liability for Board of Directors and Officers: The not-for-profit is a separate legal entity from the members of the not-for-profit. This means that in the

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