As a local church, you are responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the information that is collected and created throughout your church’s ministry.

The following chart outlines the retention requirements set by our governing authorities as charitable organizations operating in Canada, and retention recommendations determined by the denomination. 

Please note that this is not a definitive, legal list. It is simply a reference to help local churches consider which types of information are important to keep long-term. 

Additional Resources:

• CRA Books and Records info page
  
• Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act
• Ontario – Employment Standards Act, 2000 (Your Guide To The Employment Standards Act)
• Saskatchewan Employment Standards
• CCCC Blog – The Importance of Good Recordkeeping For Christian Charities: A Pillar of Stewardship