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Take this short, three-question quiz to test your knowledge on giving in Canada.
Which of the following are considered acceptable donations for charitable giving purposes?
All of these can be donated to charity! Donors will be able to receive a charitable donation tax receipt for the fair market value of their donation. However, not all charities are set up to accept all types of donations, so it is always best to check with your professional advisors and the charity itself before trying to make a donation of an asset other than cash.
True or False.Donating an investment that has appreciated in value generates a capital gain, on which the donor must pay income tax.
False!
Generally, capital gains for tax purposes are only generated when an asset is sold. Donating the asset means no capital gains are triggered (unless the donor is subject to alternate minimum tax as required by the Canada Revenue Agency).
True or False. Before donating an appreciated security to charity, a donor must sell the asset in their investment account, after which the proceeds from the sale are donated.
False!
Selling an appreciated security may generate a capital gain, which must be accounted for when calculating your net income for tax purposes. Donating a security does not trigger capital gains (unless the donor is subject to alternate minimum tax as required by the Canada Revenue Agency).
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