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Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society

Social Services Dartmouth, Nova Scotia BN: 889459095RR0001 (CRA) Sign up to see website
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71
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
71/100 · methodology

About Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society

A humane shelter for lost and abandoned animals in Nova Scotia since 1969. At Bide Awhile, we believe in Adoption That Fits.

Founded
Headquarters
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
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 social services in Canada
Program spending This charity: 74%
Peer average: 73%
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$0.74
C$0.21
ProgramC$0.74
AdministrationC$0.21
FundraisingC$0.05

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the CRA.

  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • Established in 1969, it predates 86% of the social services charities in Canada GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
  • Its integrity score of 71 places it in the top 1% of the 2,630 social services 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

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Common questions

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Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society is a registered social services nonprofit based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It was founded in 1969 and has been operating for 57 years. Its registration number is 889459095RR0001. 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. 29 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society's official registration number is 889459095RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.

Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society 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 social services charities in Canada is 71/100.

Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society is located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. The organization was established in 1969 and has been active for 57 years. Its registered address is P.O. Box 50029 Rpo Southdale, Canada.

Based on official tax filings, Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society has C$1M in annual revenue. It allocates 74% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 73% for social services charities in Canada. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society is classified as a Social Services 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 29 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society. 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, Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society 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 74% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). 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.

A humane shelter for lost and abandoned animals in Nova Scotia since 1969. At Bide Awhile, we believe in Adoption That Fits. Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society is classified as a social services organization registered in Canada. The organization was founded in 1969.

Among social services charities registered in Canada: It allocates 74% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of C$1M is comparable to the peer average of C$2M.

Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society 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
74% 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 Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.

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Leadership

From FY2023 filing

AA
Aaron V•••••••
President

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

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

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

‘Favourite problem’: Adoptions at Dartmouth animal shelter skyrocket - CityNews Halifax
Feb 2026
halifax.citynews.ca
Love Stinks: N.S. animal shelter brings back popular ‘crappy’ Valentine’s Day fundraiser - CP24
Feb 2026
www.cp24.com
This Animal Shelter Closes Empty from Day After Day of Instant Adoptions: 'It's Been Nonstop' - Good News Network
Jan 2026
www.goodnewsnetwork.org
N.S. animal shelter has no pets - CTV News
Jan 2026
www.ctvnews.ca
No pets left for adoption at Dartmouth, N.S., animal shelter as demand outweighs supply - CTV News
Jan 2026
www.ctvnews.ca
Rainbow bridge memorial unveiled at Bide Awhile Animal Shelter in Dartmouth, N.S. - CTV News
Jun 2025
www.ctvnews.ca
Dartmouth animal shelter opens rainbow bridge to honour beloved pets - CBC
Jun 2025
www.cbc.ca
Bide Awhile Animal Shelter marks 50 years of finding homes for furry friends Gallery - PNI Atlantic News
Dec 2024
www.saltwire.com
N.S. animal shelter rescues total of 94 cats from one home - CBC
Sep 2024
www.cbc.ca
Dartmouth animal shelter at capacity after receiving two dozen cats from single home - CBC
Aug 2024
www.cbc.ca
Form filed
C$1.0M revenue
FY2023
CRA (Canada)

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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 5,872
Health 3,812
Social Services this charity 2,630
Youth Development 752
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Most common causes in Canada

Causes charities work on most.

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 - 29 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 · 29 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 · 1969
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 Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society

What is Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society?
Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society is a social services charitable organization based in Dartmouth, Canada. A humane shelter for lost and abandoned animals in Nova Scotia since 1969. At Bide Awhile, we believe in Adoption That Fits.
When was Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society founded?
Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society was founded in 1969.
Where is Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society located?
Headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada.
What is Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$1M-C$10M. 74% of expenses go to program services.
Is Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society trustworthy?
Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society 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 Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society's registration number?
Registration: 889459095RR0001 (Canada).
What is Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society's website?
https://www.bideawhile.org
Are donations to Bide Awhile Animal Shelter Society 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.