Description

Thursday, October 15, 2026
6 to 9 p.m.

Virtual, on Zoom

This 3-hour workshop is for Boards, Directors, Officers, Executive Directors, and volunteers of non-profit organizations. It introduces participants to the process and key questions that must be answered by a nonprofit considering applying for charitable status. Through interactive presentations, group discussions, and case studies, participants will come away with a better understanding of:

  • The difference between not-for-profits and charities
  • Motivations and reasons your nonprofit may, or may not, want to apply
  • What you need to know about the registration and approval process
  • The information and documentation necessary for an application
  • How to approach application questions and avoid common mistakes



Facilitator

Wendy Keats

Wendy Keats is an organizational development consultant with nearly 40 years of experience supporting non-profits, businesses, co-ops, and governments. She specializes in governance, facilitation, strategic planning, and evaluation. A certified mediator, Wendy taught conflict resolution and leadership skills at UPEI’s Centre for Conflict Studies for 10 years. She has led hundreds of interest-based sessions and is also an approved evaluator for federal community programs.

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  4. Register to get the Zoom link and save the event in your calendar

    5. Please note that all workshops are live-facilitated and will not be recorded.

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