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Proposed Regulatory Changes for Ontario Not-for-Profits
6+ day, 53+ min ago (334+ words) The Ontario Regulatory Registry (Registry) is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the audit requirements set out in the regulations (Regulations) of the Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, 2010 SO 2010, c 15 (ONCA). These changes would allow Ontario not-for-profits greater flexibility in choosing a…...
MAID and Mental Illness: Parliamentary Committee Recommends Indefinite Exclusion
1+ week, 3+ day ago (455+ words) The Special Joint Committee on Medical Assistance in Dying (Committee) has released its latest report, Medical Assistance in Dying and Mental Disorder as the Sole Underlying Medical Condition: A Complex and Challenging Conversation Among Canadians (the Report). The Report makes…...
Bill to Mark Christian Heritage Month
2+ week, 3+ day ago (241+ words) On June 9, 2026, Bill S-249, "An Act respecting Christian Heritage Month" ("Bill S-249") was read in the Senate of Canada for the first time. The purpose of Bill S-249 is to annually designate the month of December as "Christian Heritage Month." Bill S-249 does not…...
Bill C-9: Passes Into Law
2+ week, 6+ day ago (506+ words) law and religion, religious freedom, Advocacy, C-9, Bill C-9 Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act has passed into law. Following debate and amendment in the Senate, the House of Commons (House) reviewed the Senate's amendments and passed Bill C-9. It received Royal Assent on…...
Spring Economic Update Update
3+ week, 3+ day ago (272+ words) In case you're wondering, that duplication is intentional! This is indeed an update on an update. In April 2026, the federal government released its Spring Economic Update, Canada Strong for All (the "Update). Part of the Update pledged to modernize the…...
Bill C-9: Referred to Senate Committee on Human Rights
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (163+ words) law and religion, religious freedom, Advocacy, C-9 Bill C-9 has been sent to the Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights after ongoing debates during second reading. The debate focused on how Bill C-9 would operate in relation to existing laws, and how it…...
Congratulations, Gateway Church " London!
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (176+ words) By demonstrating its commitment to integrity, accountability, and transparency through its compliance with the CCCC Standards of Accountability, Gateway Church " London (Gateway Church) has earned CCCC Accreditation. Gateway Church helps people take steps toward discovering and developing a relationship with…...
Government of Canada Releases Spring Economic Update
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (171+ words) On April 28, 2026, the Government of Canada (Government) released its Spring Economic Update, Canada Strong for All (the Update). The Update included a brief statement about changes affecting the charitable sector. "Modern Tax Rules for Charities What CCCC is Doing" It…...
Protecting Conscience Rights: A Call for Prayer
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (192+ words) April 13, 2026 marks the final week of trial in a landmark court case that will decide whether a religious healthcare institution can be compelled to provide euthanasia. As we have shared before, CCCC is participating in this case as an intervenor....
Bill C-9: Senate Passes Bill Without Amendments for Religious Expression
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (580+ words) law and religion, religious freedom, Advocacy, C-9, Bill C-9 The Senate passed Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act without making any amendments to address religious expression despite being urged to do so by lawyers, civil liberties organizations, and a diverse array of faith…...