Federal government assembles panel to explore charities and political activities
OTTAWA — The federal government is embarking on public consultations about the rules regarding political activities by registered charities.
Revenue Minister Diane Lebouthillier says the idea is to get feedback from the public and from charities themselves about what is needed to clarify the rules on politicking.
The law allows registered charities to engage in non-partisan political activities within certain limits, but partisan advocacy is forbidden.
The rules caused controversy under the previous Conservative government, which critics accused of targeting charities that it deemed too political.