Don’t be a nonprofit party to terror

Recent legislative changes could have serious implications for charities with international operations.

Governance Q&A: Asking board members to give

Given how much time board members give to their charity, is it ethical to also expect them to donate? Jane Garthson explains why it’s not only ethical, it’s necessary.

A hostile environment

Government action leaves green organizations seeing red.

Trend watch for nonprofits

Nonprofit leaders responsible for strategic planning can’t afford to sit back or rest on their laurels – they always have to be looking ahead. We’ve got you covered, as Jack Shand explores the five biggest trends set to impact nonprofits in the year to come.

Imagine Canada launches Standards Program

Sector-driven initiative aims to raise the bar on accountability

Governance Q&A: Is providing member lists a breach of privacy?

A reader wonders whether providing member lists to fellow members is a breach of privacy.

Get your Act together: Changes to the business of BC nonprofits

Readers in British Columbia may be aware of the current consultations taking place regarding Ministry of Finance staff recommendations for changes to the Society Act – the legal framework for societies in BC. Many of the recommendations will have a direct impact on the way current nonprofit organizations operate, and will change the way new nonprofits come into existence in BC.

Falling overboard

A board of directors is clearly a powerful and necessary mechanism for any nonprofit. When the right mix of individuals sit on a board, decisions regarding the mission, vision and planning can be made with clarity and lively, but functional, debate. But what happens when a board member’s performance isn’t up to snuff?

Governance Q&A: The charismatic founder

This article addresses how staff and board members can help the charismatic founder of an organization to gracefully move away from a leadership position.

Need a little guidance?

The Canada Revenue Agency’s new guidance on fundraising is scheduled to be released in March 2012. We’ve got all the highlights here.