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· vs. 4 similar education in CanadaRed flags
· All clearWhere every C$1 goes
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBurlington Public Library is a registered education nonprofit based in Burlington, ON, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Its registration number is 130692874RR0001. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. The organization reports C$13M in annual revenue. 8 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Burlington Public Library has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100. 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 61 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 87% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in Canada is 61/100.
Burlington Public Library is located in Burlington, ON, Canada. Its registered address is 2331 New Street, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, Burlington Public Library has C$13M in annual revenue. It allocates 87% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 89% for education charities in Canada. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of C$1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Burlington Public Library is classified as a Education organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has C$13M in annual revenue. The organization has 8 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Burlington Public Library. 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.
Burlington Public Library has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the CRA. 87% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 89%. Visit the Burlington Public Library profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Among education charities registered in Canada: Burlington Public Library's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100 is in line with the peer average of 61/100. It allocates 87% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of C$13M is well above the peer average of C$1M.
Burlington Public Library 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.
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Filing history
2 years 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 BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 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.
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 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
Officers & trustees (8)
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Latest news
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Sentiment
NeutralBrock connects with Burlington community at Bateman opening celebration – The Brock News - Brock University
3 Burlington library branches to temporarily close for renos — dates now set for 2 of them, starting in June - Inside Halton
Students pack Burlington Public Library for fast-paced Battle of the Books tournament - BurlingtonToday.com
Write Here Write Now returns with theme ‘Beyond the Open Door’ - BurlingtonToday.com
A 530-Year-Old Manuscript Is on Display at Burlington’s Public Library - Seven Days Vermont
Give your craft materials a second life with Burlington Public Library - BurlingtonToday.com
Burlington Public Library central branch roof project could cause temporary closure - Inside Halton
Some fine art on the 2026 Library Bookmarks: Vote for your Favourite - Burlington Gazette
Enjoy March Break with the Burlington Public Library - BurlingtonToday.com
All Burlington Public Library branches closed as snowstorm hits region - BurlingtonToday.com
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- 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 - 8 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
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What we don't know
Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact
Methodology
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Quick facts about Burlington Public Library
- What is Burlington Public Library?
- Burlington Public Library is a education charitable organization based in Burlington, Canada. Scholarships, bursaries, awards
- Where is Burlington Public Library located?
- Headquartered in Burlington, Canada.
- What is Burlington Public Library's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$10M-C$100M. 87% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Burlington Public Library trustworthy?
- Burlington Public Library has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61 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 Burlington Public Library's registration number?
- Registration: 130692874RR0001 (Canada).
- What is Burlington Public Library's website?
- https://www.bpl.on.ca
- Are donations to Burlington Public Library 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.