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KNOWLEDGE CENTRE
The Outsiders Law Knowledge Centre equips business and non-profit
leaders with the essential insights.
Understanding Unanimous Shareholder Agreements – The Business Prenup
Just as a prenuptial agreement sets the terms for marriage, a Unanimous Shareholder Agreement (“ USA ”) functions as a "business...
Sebastian Elawny
Jun 3, 20243 min read
The 5 W’s of Unanimous Shareholder Agreements
Do you want your other shareholders to be able to sell their shares to people you don’t know? What happens when one of you wants out of...
Sebastian Elawny
May 29, 20243 min read
Understanding Corporate Structures in Canada
Are you thinking of starting a business in Canada? Curious about which corporate structure would be best for you? Read on!
Sebastian Elawny
May 27, 20244 min read
The Charitable Registration Process In Canada
Under Canadian law, there are four steps that must be followed when applying to become a registered charity. The steps outlined by the...

Andrew Clubine
Jan 22, 20244 min read
Difference Between Charities and Non-Profit Organizations
Charities and non-profit organizations (NPOs), both operate on a non-profit basis, meaning the organization's primary purpose is not to...

Andrew Clubine
Jan 8, 20243 min read
Volunteer Management and Engagement for Canadian Charities and Non-Profits
Volunteers are vital to charities and other non-profits. In recent years, volunteer recruitment and retention has become very...
Sebastian Elawny
Jan 1, 20243 min read
Fundraising Strategies for Canadian Charities
To learn more about fundraising for charities in Canada, read our latest article on fundraising and the associated legal parameters.
Sebastian Elawny
Dec 17, 20234 min read
Charity Intelligence Canada: Informing Donors and Providing Transparency
Deciding which charity to donate to can be hard, so we've provided some tips & tricks that might help simplify your decision making process!

Andrew Clubine
Dec 10, 20234 min read
Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community as a Charitable Purpose
Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community as a Charitable Purpose
Sebastian Elawny
Dec 3, 20234 min read
Advancement of Religion as a Charitable Purpose
Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Advancement of Religion as a Charitable Purpose

Andrew Clubine
Nov 27, 20233 min read
Advancement of Education as a Charitable Purpose
Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Advancement of Education as a Charitable Purpose

Andrew Clubine
Nov 20, 20233 min read
Relief of Poverty as a Charitable Purpose
Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Relief of Poverty as a Charitable Purpose
Sebastian Elawny
Nov 13, 20233 min read
What Purposes Qualify as “Charitable” in Canada?
To become a registered charity in Canada, an organizations purposes must be exclusively charitable; but what does this mean? Let us explain.

Andrew Clubine
Nov 6, 20232 min read
Did you know that over 50% of Applications for Charitable Registration are Rejected
Why are so many charity applications rejected on an annual basis? And how can you make sure yours isn't one of them? We can help.
Sebastian Elawny
Sep 23, 20231 min read
Understanding the Charitable Registration Process
Curious about the charitable registration process in Canada? We've provided a step-by-step guide that can assist you through the process.
Sebastian Elawny
Jul 25, 20233 min read
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