As Canadian charities face a long-term crisis of financial sustainability, they are looking at ways to increase earned income. At the same time, for-profit businesses have become more active in areas once thought to be the unique domain of charities. 

This discussion paper, by Chief Economist Brian Emmett, argues that for-profit businesses and charities co-exist in many markets, both benefiting from government support, and that tax policy has little, if any, effect on market shares and earnings of for-profit businesses.

Released in January 2019.

We are implementing a long-term plan to fundamentally improve the operating environment for all charities and nonprofits, working together with sector leaders.

How do we change the very system in which we operate? How can we ensure that charities and nonprofit organizations thrive?

We do it together – by drawing upon sector voices, insights and talents: our collective strength.
 

Download the 2019 Annual Report

Imagine Canada’s Standards Program offers a Canada-wide set of shared standards for charities and nonprofits designed to strengthen their capacity. Learn more about the accreditation process and the standards.