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The Canadian Lung Association funds research, supports lung disease self management and protects the lungs of everyone in Canada.
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· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in CanadaConcerns
· None foundWhere every C$1 goes
· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)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
- government registration
- financial records
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- 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.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAlberta 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.
Filing history
1 year on file from CRA (Canada) (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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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.
Alberta Lung Association is registered in Canada. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Alberta Lung Association is registered in Canada. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
Always confirm tax treatment with the charity directly or your tax advisor before donating.
Leadership
From FY2023 filing
Officers & trustees (12)
Source: Public filings
12 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
9 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Edmonton team allows Alberta lung patient to receive care closer to home - Global News
Air quality warnings issued in Alberta, Sask. as wildfire smoke blankets provinces - Global News
What health experts are saying about Alberta's COVID-19 vaccination program - CBC
Early detection essential in treating lung cancer - Alberta Health Services
Asthma rates rise in Alberta, but medication use flatlines: study - University of Alberta
Pilot focuses on early detection of cancer - Alberta Health Services
Poor air quality in Edmonton and area may put those with lung disease at risk: Alberta Lung - Edmonton Journal
Alberta lung cancer screening pilot could lead to more early detection - Edmonton Journal
Understanding Lung Cancer In People Who Don’t Smoke - Alberta Cancer Foundation
Activity timeline
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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
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 12 officers on file
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1900
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo 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.