Charitable Sector Contributes 8.2% to Canadian Economy, Faces Financial Pressure
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What happened
Statistics Canada and Canada Revenue Agency released information regarding the charitable sector. The Canada Revenue Agency stated that there are more than 85,000 registered charities across the country. Statistics Canada reported that the charitable and nonprofit sector contributes approximately 8.2% of the economy.
Why it matters
The charitable sector is facing increasing financial pressure due to rising demand for services, inflation, and growing competition for gifts and grants. However, donor-advised funds represent a significant opportunity for charities to diversify revenue and strengthen long-term sustainability.
Who's involved
- Statistics CanadaReports the charitable and nonprofit sector's economic contribution.
- Canada Revenue AgencyReports the total number of registered charities.
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The entities involved
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Statistics Canada
Canada's principal government institution in charge of statistics and census data
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Canada Revenue Agency
Canadian tax collection agency