Summary Why this sector is particularly vulnerable What the law says The role of the Board The role of management Anti-harassment policy and program Addressing complaints Training Beyond sexual harassment: Harassment includes: Sexual Bullying (though has no legal grounds) Verbal abuse Discrimination Up to the person who alleges harassment to say whether it is harassment
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What is GST/HST? GST/HST is a type of value-added tax. In theory, should apply to all consumption irrespective of whether the supplier is in the for-profit or non-profit sector. There are special GST/HST provisions for the non-profit sector to exempt certain “public good” or non-commercial-like activities in an attempt to minimize the compliance burden for
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3 new & revised accounting & auditing standards for charities & not-for-profit organizations Fiscal years beginning on or after January 1, 2019 Early adoption permitted 2017 annual improvements to existing ASNFPOs Section 4433 & 4434: Tangible & intangible capital assets held by charities & not-for-profit organizations The roof of an owned building HVAC
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On Saturday, Feb 2nd, HSS exhibited and attended the Ontario Board/Administrators’ Conference at the Peoples Christian Academy in Ontario. The conference provided an opportunity to learn from school senior managers and expand our knowledge on specific challenges of Christian schools. As many of our clients fundraise, the seminar on “Fundraising That Does Much More than
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We were pleased to attend the “Creative Community Gathering” at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts to celebrate a new year with Soulpepper Theatre Company. The evening was quick to fill up and start buzzing. With interactive live entertainment everyone felt the energy. With expression rooms and photo booths, everyone felt involved in
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On November 9th, 2018, the Hogg, Shain & Scheck CPAs team hosted its first ever Shoebox Packing Party in support of Operation Christmas Child, a global initiative hosted by the Samaritan’s Purse. By filling shoeboxes with toys, hygiene items, and school supplies, we were able to participate in touching the lives of children suffering as
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On October 19th, Hogg, Shain and Scheck, attended the 2018 Canadian Disability Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Congratulations to this year’s inductees: James Kyte, retired National Hockey League defenceman, first legally deaf NHL player; Alvin Law, motivational speaker, thalidomide survivor born without arms; and the Rt. Hon. Brian Mulroney, former Canada’s Prime Minister dedicated to
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Hogg, Shain and Scheck is supporting the 25th annual Church & Charity Law Seminar hosted by Carters Professional Corporation. Carters is an experienced law firm specializing in advising churches, charities and not-for-profit organizations both in Canada and internationally. We will be joining the seminar on Thursday, November 8th at the PORTICO Community Church for a
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Hogg, Shain & Scheck (HSS) attended Nonprofit Driven 2018 on October 10 – 11th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. In its fifth year, the event brought numerous not-for-profit industry professionals together under one roof. Over 500 attendees, more than any other year before, gathered to connect, learn and drive a change. The conference was
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Have you booked your ticket to the upcoming Seminar hosted by Hogg, Shain & Scheck. Join other charities and not-for-profit organizations at this October program. See below for details. Session 1: Accounting & Auditing Standards Update – There’s a new audit report in Canada. Find out how this change and other standards changes will impact
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Hogg, Shain & Scheck (HSS) is a proud supporter of Nonprofit Driven 2018, an event that brings hundreds of not-for-profit industry leaders and enthusiasts together. Organized by Ontario Nonprofit Network, Nonprofit Driven is a place to exchange valuable knowledge, discuss important changes in the sector and promote a thriving community. The two-day conference is filled
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Federal Budget Commentary Article If you have any questions regarding the Federal Budget or its impact on you or your business, please contact us. We hope you find our Commentary informative. To assist you with other budget-related inquiries, please call our Federal Budget Hotline at (416) 499-3101. March 22, 2017 CPA Canada: Federal Budget Commentary
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