Webinar
Understanding the Charities Directorate of the CRA
November 20, 2025
Watch CanadaHelps practical and informative session presented by Sharmila Khare, Director General of the Charities Directorate of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Whether you’re new to the charitable sector or looking for a timely refresher, this session will help Canadian organizations better understand the role of the Charities Directorate and stay up to date on key developments affecting charities across Canada.
Our Speaker
Sharmila Khare,
Director General of the Charities Directorate of the CRA.
Sharmila has been Director General, Charities Directorate since 2022. Her career highlights include serving as Assistant Departmental Secretary in the Deputy Minister’s Office, Advisor to the Executive Director at the World Bank, and Chief of Charities in 2009, where she deepened her focus on the charitable and non-profit sector.
Key Takeaways
- Who the Charities Directorate is and what they do
- The most common compliance issues seen across the sector
- Key updates on the shift toward online filing and how it can benefit your organization
- Insights into current trends and challenges the Directorate is observing
- How to connect with the Charities Directorate and access available educational tools and resources
- BONUS: An audience-sourced Q&A follows the presentation.