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Societies Act

If you are thinking about setting up or running a non-profit in BC, you probably have lots of questions. Start here to find your answers. Learn about incorporating a non-profit, including writing a constitution and by-laws. You will find practical guides and other resources to help you comply with the Societies Act, the law that applies to non-profits in BC.

Fact Sheets

Constitution & Bylaws

Learn about the difference between the constitution and bylaws of a non-profit.

Membership

Learn about who makes up the membership of the non-profit and why.

Directors

Learn about being a director of a non-profit.

Finances

Learn about the rules related to the finances of a non-profit.

Meetings of Members

Learn about holding membership meetings of a non-profit.

Dissolving a Non-Profit

Learn about how to dissolve a non-profit.

Federal and Provincial Non-Profits and Charities

Learn about the differences between federal and provincial non-profits and charities.

Practical Tips

Learn some practical tips for setting up a non-profit.