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Alberta Lung Association

Arts & Culture Edmonton, Alberta BN: 130318041RR0001 (CRA) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
71/100 · methodology

About Alberta Lung Association

The Canadian Lung Association funds research, supports lung disease self management and protects the lungs of everyone in Canada.

Founded
Headquarters
Edmonton, Alberta
Foundation type
Charitable organization
Size
medium

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

CRA Registered Charity

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in Canada
Program spending This charity: 31%
Peer average: 70%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 71
Peer average: 71

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for CRA registration revocation, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every C$1 goes

· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)
C$0.31
C$0.26
C$0.43
ProgramC$0.31
AdministrationC$0.26
FundraisingC$0.43

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Alberta Lung Association has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the CRA.

  • Established in 1900, it is among the oldest arts & culture charities in Canada GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • Its integrity score of 71 places it in the top 1% of the 5,872 arts & culture charities in Canada GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Alberta Lung Association is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It was founded in 1900 and has been operating for 126 years. Its registration number is 130318041RR0001. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registered-charity status with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), which means it can issue official donation receipts and files annual T3010 returns with the regulator. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 71/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$1M in annual revenue. 12 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Alberta Lung Association's official registration number is 130318041RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.

Alberta Lung Association has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 71 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in Canada is 71/100.

Alberta Lung Association is located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The organization was established in 1900 and has been active for 126 years. Its registered address is PO Box 4500 Stn South, Canada.

Based on official tax filings, Alberta Lung Association has C$1M in annual revenue. It allocates 31% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 70% for arts & culture charities in Canada. Its revenue is below the peer average of C$8M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Alberta Lung Association is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has C$1M in annual revenue. The organization has 12 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Alberta Lung Association. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

According to GiveRadar's records, Alberta Lung Association holds registered-charity status with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), which means it can issue official donation receipts and files annual T3010 returns with the regulator. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It reports that 31% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 70%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

The Canadian Lung Association funds research, supports lung disease self management and protects the lungs of everyone in Canada. Alberta Lung Association is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in Canada. The organization was founded in 1900.

Among arts & culture charities registered in Canada: It allocates 31% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 70%. Its annual revenue of C$1M is below the peer average of C$8M.

Alberta Lung Association is a registered charity in Canada. Donations to registered Canadian charities are eligible for tax credits on your federal and provincial income tax returns. The federal credit is 15% on the first $200 and 29% on amounts above $200. Keep your official donation receipt for tax filing.

Annual revenue
C$1M-C$10M
31% to programs
Source: CRA (Canada) (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

1 year on file from CRA (Canada) (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Canadian donations are deductible if Alberta Lung Association is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.

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Leadership

From FY2023 filing

AM
Amanda V••••
Director

Officers & trustees (12)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

9 articles found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Edmonton team allows Alberta lung patient to receive care closer to home - Global News
Mar 2026
globalnews.ca
Air quality warnings issued in Alberta, Sask. as wildfire smoke blankets provinces - Global News
Sep 2025
globalnews.ca
What health experts are saying about Alberta's COVID-19 vaccination program - CBC
Aug 2025
www.cbc.ca
Form filed
C$1.5M revenue
FY2023
CRA (Canada)
Early detection essential in treating lung cancer - Alberta Health Services
Nov 2023
www.albertahealthservices.ca
Asthma rates rise in Alberta, but medication use flatlines: study - University of Alberta
Mar 2023
www.ualberta.ca
Pilot focuses on early detection of cancer - Alberta Health Services
Feb 2023
www.albertahealthservices.ca
Poor air quality in Edmonton and area may put those with lung disease at risk: Alberta Lung - Edmonton Journal
Jan 2023
edmontonjournal.com
Alberta lung cancer screening pilot could lead to more early detection - Edmonton Journal
Dec 2022
edmontonjournal.com
Understanding Lung Cancer In People Who Don’t Smoke - Alberta Cancer Foundation
Oct 2022
albertacancer.ca

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Cause areas in Canada

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 15,009
Community Development 13,007
Education 8,619
Religion 8,105
Arts & Culture this charity 5,872
Health 3,812
Social Services 2,630
Youth Development 752
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Most common causes in Canada

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Community Development 4,996
Mission Work 3,269
Religion 2,198
Education 1,865
Disability 1,363
Cultural Heritage 990
Arts & Culture 773
Housing 429

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities
Financial filings
CRA T3010 Registered Charity Information Returns - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities - 12 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Registry checked
Apr 1, 2026
Profile completeness
85%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 8
  • Financial data · FY2023 on record
  • Named leadership · 12 officers on file
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 1900
Not available · 3
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Alberta Lung Association

What is Alberta Lung Association?
Alberta Lung Association is a arts & culture charitable organization based in Edmonton, Canada. The Canadian Lung Association funds research, supports lung disease self management and protects the lungs of everyone in Canada.
When was Alberta Lung Association founded?
Alberta Lung Association was founded in 1900.
Where is Alberta Lung Association located?
Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
What is Alberta Lung Association's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$1M-C$10M. 31% of expenses go to program services.
Is Alberta Lung Association trustworthy?
Alberta Lung Association has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Alberta Lung Association's registration number?
Registration: 130318041RR0001 (Canada).
What is Alberta Lung Association's website?
https://www.ab.lung.ca
Are donations to Alberta Lung Association tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Canada under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.