Stand Up for Churches and Christian Charities in Canada
Right now, the federal government is reviewing 462 pre-budget recommendations, and two of them—recommendations 429 and 430—are especially concerning. These propose removing the advancement of religion as a recognized charitable purpose under the Income Tax Act.
If these changes go through, they could significantly impact the financial sustainability and outreach of not only churches and Christian charities but all religious organizations across Canada—including ours.
Why This Matters
Faith-based organizations play a vital role in our communities, offering spiritual guidance, support, and outreach to those in need. These proposed changes could limit the ability of churches to continue their work effectively.
How You Can Help
The Minister of Finance will soon decide which recommendations move forward, so now is the time to speak up!
We encourage you to email your Member of Parliament (MP) and share your concerns. To make it easy:
✅ We’ve attached three sample emails—choose one, personalize it if you’d like, and send it off.
✅ Find your MP’s contact information using the House of Commons website.
✅ Pray for wisdom and favour as decisions are made.
Helpful Resources
These organizations have spoken out on this issue—check out their statements for more information:
- Canadian Centre for Christian Charities (CCCC): CCCC Letter to Minister LeBlanc
- Christian Legal Fellowship: CLF’s Response
- Evangelical Fellowship of Canada (EFC): EFC’s Position
Let’s Take Action Together!
As a church family, we believe in standing up for the mission of Christ in our communities. Thank you for praying, speaking up, and staying engaged!