Donor Information

Giving to Charity: Information for Donors in Alberta

Resource Title:

Giving to Charity: Information for Donors in Alberta

English Link:

http://www.servicealberta.gov.ab.ca/pdf/charities/giving.pdf

Retrive Date:

03/27/2008

Author:

Service Alberta

Abstract:

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This 3-fold brochure informs donors about what information must be provided by fundraising businesses or charitable organizations, suggests tips for donating wisely and explains what to be aware of when buying a product in support of a charitable organization.

Consumer Tipsheet: Charitable Fundraising

Resource Title:

Consumer Tipsheet: Charitable Fundraising

English Link:

http://www.servicealberta.gov.ab.ca/1011.cfm

Retrive Date:

02/02/2008

Author:

Service Alberta. (2007, March)|Service Alberta (mars 2007)

Abstract:

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This tipsheet covers when the Charitable Fund-raising Act does and does not apply; general rules for fundraising; standards of practice; when and how a charity must register; using a fund-raising business; record requirements; and information for donors.

Charitable Fund-raising Businesses

Resource Title:

Charitable Fund-raising Businesses

English Link:

http://www.justice.gov.sk.ca/charitable-fundraising-Business...

Retrive Date:

03/04/2008

Author:

Saskatchewan Justice. Consumer Protection Branch

Abstract:

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Government webpage providing information regarding and links to the Charitable Fund-raising Business Act and Regulations, as well as access to the Charitable Fund-raising Businesses Licensing Kit.

Charities|Bienfaisance

Resource Title:

Charities|Bienfaisance

English Link:

http://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/...

Français Lien:

http://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/french/family/pgt/c...

Retrive Date:

03/17/2008

Author:

Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General. Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee|Ontario. Ministère du Procureur général. Bureau du Tuteur et curateur public

Abstract:

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The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) plays a role in protecting the public interest in charitable property. This page gives basic information to people who use, run, or donate to charities.

Tips for Charitable Giving|Conseils concernant les dons de charité.

Resource Title:

Tips for Charitable Giving|Conseils concernant les dons de charité

English Link:

http://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/cca/cpo/pdf/Tips4CharitbGvng.pdf

Retrive Date:

03/04/2008

Author:

Manitoba Ministry of Finance. Consumers' Bureau|Finances Manitoba. Office de la protection du consommateur

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The Consumers’ Bureau administers consumer protection legislation for the province of Manitoba including the Charities Endorsement Act. They provide this tipsheet for donors listing ways to ensure that the fundraising is legitimate, and providing contact information for the Bureau. (1 page English, 1 page French - PDF)

The donor’s guide to Canadian charities

Resource Title:

The donor’s guide to Canadian charities

English Link:

http://www.donorsguide-digitaledition.com/donorsguide/donors...

Retrive Date:

03/11/2008

Author:

Ginsler and Associates Inc. (2000)

Abstract:

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This 35-page book is designed to help the potential donor make good decisions about where to put their charitable dollars. It provides some background about charities in general, to help the reader understand what charities are all about. It describes the kinds of things one should know about a charity before making a donation. (35 pages - PDF)

Donor's Bill of Rights

Submitted by mdoyle on Mon, 02/16/2009 - 10:09

Resource Title:

Donor's Bill of Rights

English Link:

http://www.charityvillage.com/cv/charityvillage/donorbil.htm...

Retrive Date:

03/27/2008

Author:

CharityVillage

Abstract:

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"To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support, we declare that all donors have these rights".