Federal

StretchTax Credit letter for Members of Parliament

This example letter by Imagine Canada helps charities and nonprofits to write to their MPs about the Stretch Tax Credit for Charitable Giving proposal.

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List of Federal Members of Parliment

This website allows the public to find out who is and how to contact their federal Member of Parliment.

Ottawa Reports

This monthly e-mail newsletter from Imagine Canada provides news and updates on Federal Government events and developments which are of importance to the nonprofit and charitable sector. Click here to sign up for email delivery.

Communicating with your MP: A How To Kit for Voluntary Organizations

This 'How-To' kit gives voluntary organizations an understanding of how the federal government works, and how best to work with and through their MPs to influence policy-making decisions and legislation.

Public Policy Forum

An organization that strives for excellence in government – to serve as a neutral, independent forum for open dialogue on public policy, and to encourage reform in public sector management. Website includes various publications and research.

Ottawa Reports - March 2009

Imagine Canada's Ottawa Reports (March 2009 Edition) features news and updates on Federal Government events and developments which are of importance to the nonprofit and charitable sector.

Influencing Public Policy: Rules for Charities Engaging in Advocacy

This In Brief provides an overview of what charities can and can’t do under the Canada Revenue Agency’s rules for Political Activities by charities. It includes a checklist to help your organization get started and points to resources for more information.

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