Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the common questions we get most often here at RCVO. Just click a question below to see its answer.

1. What are our roles and responsibilities as a not-for-profit board?

2. Why should we incorporate our organization?

3. How do I incorporate an Organization?

4. What are some of the terms used during incorporation, and what do they mean?

5. What is Charitable Status? How do we register our organization as a charity with Canada Revenue Agency

6. What are the financial responsibilities of a not-for-profit board?

7. What is a Fund Development Plan?

8. What are the steps involved in developing a Fundraising Plan

9. What do we need to start a successful fundraising program?

10. What is a Fundraising Plan?

11. How can we maximize our time and efforts as a board?

12. How do we find the right Executive Director for our organization?

13. How do we evaluate our Executive Director?

14. Where else can I find board related information, apart from this site?