Why Outsiders Law?
Rejected Charity Applications in Canada
Why Do Applications Get Rejected?
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The application was not completed, or it was not completed correctly.
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The organization was not properly organized before applying for charity status.
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The objects and/or activities were not correctly framed to be considered charitable.
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The charitable purposes were not explained properly in a way the CRA considers charitable.
Meet the Team
Outsiders Law is a law firm focused on improving the client experience and reducing the cost of legal services. We simplify the process of incorporating a not-for-profit, and registering a charity, so that you can focus on bringing good to the world.
Meet Our Team:
Sebastian Elawny
Lawyerpreneur
As the former national Charities and NPO lead at a large multinational law firm, and as the founding partner of the Business Law group at a Big-4 accounting firm, Sebastian has the corporate structuring and charity/NPO experience needed to deliver on any charity or NPO mandate.
In his roles as head of the Calgary Tax Group and National Charities Lead, Sebastian completed complicated mergers and restructurings of a number of charities and not-for-profits. His experience defending charities through audits and registering a wide-range of charities allows him to quickly hone-in on the key issues facing any NPO or charity.
Lex Klombies
Charities & NPOs Lead
Lex Klombies is a seasoned corporate and tax lawyer at Outsiders Law, specializing in advising charities, non-profits, and RCAAAs on compliance with corporate legislation. Lex frequently conducts governance reviews to align clients with best practices in their sector and structures contractual arrangements to ensure legal compliance and long-term mission alignment.
Her extensive experience includes navigating complex tax regulations and advising on charitable donations, ensuring organizations maximize their impact while adhering to legal requirements. Lex’s dedication to social justice and community development continues to make her a respected figure in the legal and non-profit sectors.
"Sebastian and his team at Outsiders Law are an absolute pleasure to deal with - provides sage advice, strategic planning and strong litigation skills. A really authentic firm, who have your best interests at heart, and lead with strong compassion and communication."
Marion B.
Why Do You Need a Law Firm?
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Save Your Time – We will handle all of the required amendments to your rejected charity application for you.
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Understand the Process – Gain a better understanding of why your application was denied and what needs to be done to fix it.
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Get it Done Right – With our experienced lawyers, you can rest assured that your application will be done right the second time around.
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Calgary:
1900, 350-7th Ave SW
Phone: 587-333-3352
