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Werklund Centre, formerly Arts Commons, is Calgary’s home for performing and visual arts. Immerse yourself in the arts with our shows, galleries, or host with us!
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· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Arts Commons with a substantially complete profile, sourced from the CRA.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 97% of the 12,007 community development charities in Canada with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 66 places it in the top 10% of the 13,007 community development charities in Canada GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyArts Commons is a registered community development nonprofit based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Its registration number is 118823269RR0001. 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 66/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$17M in annual revenue. 21 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Arts Commons's official registration number is 118823269RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.
Arts Commons has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. 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 66 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 78% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for community development charities in Canada is 71/100.
Arts Commons is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Its registered address is 205 8 Ave Se, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, Arts Commons has C$17M in annual revenue. It allocates 78% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 47% for community development charities in Canada. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of C$4M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Arts Commons is classified as a Community Development organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has C$17M in annual revenue. The organization has 21 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Arts Commons. 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, Arts Commons 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 78% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 47%). 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.
Werklund Centre, formerly Arts Commons, is Calgary’s home for performing and visual arts. Immerse yourself in the arts with our shows, galleries, or host with us! Arts Commons is classified as a community development organization registered in Canada.
Among community development charities registered in Canada: It allocates 78% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 47%. Its annual revenue of C$17M is well above the peer average of C$4M.
Arts Commons 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 Arts Commons is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
Arts Commons 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.
Arts Commons 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
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Officers & trustees (21)
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21 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 - 21 disclosed in the public registry.
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 21 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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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
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Founding dateYear founded not on file
Methodology
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Quick facts about Arts Commons
- What is Arts Commons?
- Arts Commons is a community development charitable organization based in Calgary, Canada. Werklund Centre, formerly Arts Commons, is Calgary’s home for performing and visual arts. Immerse yourself in the arts with our shows, galleries, or host with us!
- Where is Arts Commons located?
- Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
- What is Arts Commons's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$10M-C$100M. 78% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Arts Commons trustworthy?
- Arts Commons has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66 out of 100 (Partial 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 Arts Commons's registration number?
- Registration: 118823269RR0001 (Canada).
- What is Arts Commons's website?
- https://www.artscommons.ca
- Are donations to Arts Commons 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.