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Binder Governance Editorial

Canadian governance intelligence

Binder Governance Editorial examines the responsibilities, decisions and public accountability of Canadian boards and organizations. The byline belongs to the editorial team.

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Published work

Binder Governance · Oct 11, 2026

A nonprofit board can't govern on good intentions alone

Alberta's guidance distinguishes the law that governs a nonprofit from the bylaws and policies it creates for itself. Volunteer boards need to know both, and they need a reliable record of the decisions made under them.

Binder Governance · Oct 11, 2026

A charity's records need to outlast the people who created them

CRA's recordkeeping guidance reaches beyond receipts and financial statements. A registered charity must retain governing documents and minutes so its next board can understand the decisions behind the numbers.

Binder Governance · Oct 11, 2026

A condo board can hire a manager. It can't hand over its responsibility.

Ontario's Condominium Authority says boards remain responsible for corporate affairs and oversight even when management is delegated. Directors need the evidence behind major property, financial and contractor decisions.

Binder Governance · Oct 11, 2026

Good disability service governance starts with the people being served

Canada's disability funding framework links organizational governance with inclusion, leadership and measurable impact. Accountability isn't just a report to a funder. It also requires meaningful participation by the people an organization exists to support.