Charities and Giving
I want to…
- Apply for charitable registration
- File an annual information return
- Issue a receipt
- Change my charity's information
- Find information about a charity
- Claim a tax credit
- Contact the Charities Directorate
- Find a form or publication
Charities search
Look up other organizations that can issue donation receipts
Online tools and services
My Business Account Charities listings Donation tax credit calculator
Educational resources
Topics
A to Z index
Charities: A to Z Donors: A to Z
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Charities
- Applying for registration
How to apply, the review process, how to decide if registration is right for you, and more - Operating a registered charity
Information for directors and trustees about the obligations of operating a registered charity - Revoking registered status
Types of revocation, revocation process, consequences, revocation tax, and more - Policies and guidance
Policies and guidance about the requirements of the Income Tax Act and common law - Checklists
Checklists to help with the responsibilities of operating a registered charity
Donors
- Charities listings
A searchable list of Canadian charities with information about their finances and activities - About registered charities
Learn about the regulation of charities and more - Making a donation
Learn who can issue official receipts, which gifts qualify, how to help disaster victims, and how to avoid fraud - Claiming charitable tax credits
Learn how to calculate and claim your charitable tax credit and more
Other organizations
How do I choose the right charity?
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