In an interview with the Anglican Journal, Mr. Ignatieff declined to give details about the drop in donations, but attributed it to worry about the national church's viability due to the residential schools crisis.
People are deeply concerned about the future of the church.
He said that no contributions to the fund will go to pay legal costs or claims. However, he also said there is a need for better planning. Financial statements for 2000 will be released by February, said Mr. Ignatieff. We are embarking on a strategic planning process. We have a board of directors and we are forming standing committees.