Canada’s AI Task Force needs a Civil Society and Communities council, advocates say

Why It Matters

Minister Solomon’s rapid “national sprint” of public consultations has drawn criticism from academics and the social purpose sector alike. The new campaign provides practical and tangible steps that the Minister and the Task Force can take to ensure that Canada’s approach to AI remains equitable, accessible and accountable.

Behind the scenes of a non-profit merger: preparing staff, funders and the CRA

Why It Matters

Charities and non-profits may find long-term sustainability challenging, given high delivery costs, fluctuating donation patterns, changing community needs, and shifting priorities for funders. One under-explored exit strategy is to merge operations with other organizations. Charities and non-profits, however, need to be aware of their obligations with the Canada Revenue Agency should they choose to go down this route.