Make a Gift of Securities
Support the Trans Canada Trail with this tax-effective donation option
Many donors are turning their appreciated stocks, bonds and mutual fund units into gifts. Making a gift of securities benefits you and Trans Canada Trail.
Giving to Trans Canada Trail is simple. Consult your financial advisor to decide which investments will have the most financial impact for you and the best philanthropic impact for Trans Canada Trail. Then ask your broker to transfer your securities to Trans Canada Trail by completing the transfer form. And finally, get in touch and let us know you have made your gift so that we can show our appreciation.
| GIFT to Trans Canada Trail | Selling Shares on the Market and Donating Cash | Donating Shares |
| Fair market value of shares | $100,000 | $100,000 |
| Cost of shares | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Capital gains realized | $80,000 | $80,000 |
| Taxable capital gain | $40,000 (50%) | $0 |
| Taxes payable (assume 46%) | $18,400 | $0 |
| Tax credit* (assume Ontario resident) | $46,000 | $46,000 |
| Net tax reduction | $27,000 | $46,000 |
*This example is only for illustration purposes. Tax impact will depend on individual circumstances.
If you have any questions, or would like more information about making a gift of securities, please contact Janice Nault, Manager, Annual Giving: jnault@tctrail.ca or 800-465-3636 ext. 4354
