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Carleton University in Ottawa prepares career-ready graduates with top-ranked programs, cutting-edge research and a thriving campus life.
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· vs. 4 similar religion in CanadaConcerns
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Carleton University has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the CRA.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the CRA - among the most thoroughly sourced profiles in its cohort. See the sources
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 7,530 religion charities in Canada with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 71 places it in the top 1% of the 8,105 religion 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.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyCarleton University is a registered religion nonprofit based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It was founded in 1943 and has been operating for 83 years. Its registration number is 118838937RR0001. 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$733M in annual revenue. 46 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Carleton University's official registration number is 118838937RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.
Carleton University 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 religion charities in Canada is 71/100.
Carleton University is located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The organization was established in 1943 and has been active for 83 years. Its registered address is 1125 Colonel By Drive, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, Carleton University has C$733M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of C$8M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Carleton University is classified as a Religion organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has C$733M in annual revenue. The organization has 46 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Carleton University. 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, Carleton University 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). 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.
Carleton University in Ottawa prepares career-ready graduates with top-ranked programs, cutting-edge research and a thriving campus life. Carleton University is classified as a religion organization registered in Canada. The organization was founded in 1943.
Among religion charities registered in Canada: Its annual revenue of C$733M is well above the peer average of C$8M.
Carleton University 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 Carleton University is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
Carleton University 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.
Carleton University 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 (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Why Carleton University student has been flagged as a security threat - Global News
BREAKING: Man dies after suffering cardiac arrest in Carleton pool - The Charlatan, Carleton's independent newspaper
Man dies after being pulled from Carleton University swimming pool - CTV News
Man rescued from Carleton University pool later dies - CBC
Jack Dever commits to Carleton University after graduating from the OHL - Canadian Hockey League
CARLETON UNIVERSITY Carleton Classroom Assignment Launches International Busines - Education News Canada
How Canada’s oldest wheelchair basketball club found a home at Carleton University - The Charlatan, Carleton's independent newspaper
Hundreds gather at Carleton to celebrate the life of Elly Alboim - Carleton University
Carleton University Ravens Celebrate Historic Men’s Basketball Win - Carleton University
Researchers Lead $13.5M Project for Canada’s Digital Future - Carleton University
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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 - 46 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Wikidata structured data
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 · 46 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 · 1943
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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 Carleton University
- What is Carleton University?
- Carleton University is a religion charitable organization based in Ottawa, Canada. Carleton University in Ottawa prepares career-ready graduates with top-ranked programs, cutting-edge research and a thriving campus life.
- When was Carleton University founded?
- Carleton University was founded in 1943.
- Where is Carleton University located?
- Headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- What is Carleton University's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$100M-C$1B.
- Is Carleton University trustworthy?
- Carleton University 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 Carleton University's registration number?
- Registration: 118838937RR0001 (Canada).
- What is Carleton University's website?
- https://carleton.ca
- Are donations to Carleton University 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.