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Canadian Policy Research Networks

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Canadian Policy Research Networks (CPRN) is a not-for-profit public policy think tank that advises Canada's leaders on the issues of our times and the policy options to move Canada forward. Our mission is to create knowledge and lead public dialogue and discussion on social and economic issues important to the well-being of all Canadians. CPRN was founded in 1994 and continues to offer innovative, new approaches in public policy. All CPRN research is available free at www.cprn.org. In 2007, there were more than 2.5 million visits to

Open Letter to Canada - The Importance of the Nonprofit Sector to Canada's Economic Stimulus

Submitted by Tonya Surman on December 21, 2008 - 2:52pm

Dear Friends,

As you are well aware, federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty is in the midst of shaping an economic stimulus package, which he will deliver to the nation on January 27.

Social Enterprise and Charitable Law in Canada

Submitted by Eli Malinsky on November 25, 2008 - 3:47pm

Now I won't claim that this is the most riveting read of the week, but it may be the most important. Canadian Registered Charities: Business Activities and Social Enterprise - Thinking Outside the Box (PDF) is written by Terrance S. Carter and Theresa L.M. Man of Carters Professional Corporation.