Compliance questions

Q1. Has the corporate annual return been filed with the correct regulator (ONCA / CNCA / other) for the current year?

Q2. Are the bylaws current, member-approved, and consistent with the governing statute?

Q3. Is the member register maintained and accurate?

Q4. If passive income or asset thresholds apply, has the T1044 Non-Profit Organization Information Return been filed?

Q5. Are you certain no income has been made available for the personal benefit of members?

Q6. Is there a written conflict-of-interest policy that directors sign annually?

Q7. Does the board meet at least quarterly with signed minutes retained?

Q8. Is the level of financial assurance required by your bylaws (audit / review) actually performed each year?

Q9. Do current activities align with the objects / purposes stated in your incorporating documents?

Q10. Have employees and contractors been properly classified under employment standards & CRA rules?

Q11. Are workplace harassment and health-and-safety policies in place and communicated?

Q12. Do you have a written privacy policy that reflects PIPEDA (or provincial equivalent) obligations?

Q13. Do you carry current directors' & officers' and general liability insurance?

Q14. If you fundraise, do you comply with provincial fundraising / lottery licensing rules where applicable?

Q15. Are corporate records (bylaws, resolutions, member list, financial statements) available for inspection at the registered office?