Lack of smartphone functionality for digital immigration services puts refugee claimants at risk: advocates

Why It Matters

For some subgroups of newcomers, such as refugee claimants and asylum seekers, their primary device is likely to be a smartphone. However, many critical services still are not developed on mobile-friendly interfaces.

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Charities relieved after Canada Revenue Agency says additional reporting for ‘internal trusts’ not needed

Why It Matters

Some charities had feared new Income Tax Act rules would require them to provide additional reporting that was difficult to collect and could hamper fundraising. But experts say these concerns have now been alleviated.

UPDATED: Artscape-owned properties to be part of receivership; managed properties to stay

Why It Matters

Almost 400 tenants have been waiting for updates since the receivership was announced in September. This is the first time tentative plans for various properties have been shared in detail.

Atlantic summit explores solutions to keep social impact groups afloat

Why It Matters

Attendees at a social impact summit recently held in Canada's easternmost city walked away with a clear message: Communities have solutions to social challenges, but what's needed is clear facilitation, cooperation and guaranteed funding.

Canadian social enterprises generated $4.1 billion in 2022: report

Why It Matters

Social enterprises often champion inclusion, community, climate and skills development over profits, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t businesses. More awareness of this model could improve market access and increase the availability of financial capital.

Standardizing data collection could help non-profits fill gaps in critical community services. What’s holding them back?

Why It Matters

Non-profits often create ad hoc policies for managing, storing and sharing data, but they don’t always fulfill legal obligations or allow for the full utilization of important information. Standardizing how data is handled helps ensure vulnerable people don’t fall through the cracks and creates new opportunities for collaboration.