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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyEdmonton Buddhist Research Institute is a registered health nonprofit based in Edmonton, AB, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Its registration number is 876795675RR0001. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 50/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 61/100 for health charities in Canada. The organization reports C$13M in annual revenue. 9 officers and directors are publicly disclosed.
Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 50/100. 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 50 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in Canada is 61/100.
Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute is located in Edmonton, AB, Canada. Its registered address is 12607 148 Ave Nw, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute has C$13M in annual revenue. It allocates 16% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 96% for health charities in Canada. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of C$672K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute is classified as a Health 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 9 disclosed officers and directors.
Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 50/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the CRA. 16% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 96%. Visit the Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute 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 health charities registered in Canada: Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 50/100 is below the peer average of 61/100. It allocates 16% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 96%. Its annual revenue of C$13M is well above the peer average of C$672K.
Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute 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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Canadian donations are deductible if EDMONTON BUDDHIST RESEARCH INSTITUTE is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
EDMONTON BUDDHIST RESEARCH INSTITUTE 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.
EDMONTON BUDDHIST RESEARCH INSTITUTE 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.
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Alberta meditation centre tent collapses in high winds, killing 1 and injuring dozens - ElliotLakeToday.com
1 dead, dozens hurt in tent collapse at Buddhist meditation centre near Edmonton - CBC
Beyond Local: Meditation Centre northwest of Edmonton is a tranquil stop for thousands every year - St. Albert Gazette
Colossal Buddha bound for Westlock area - St. Albert Gazette
Massive Buddha statue on its way to Westlock - TownAndCountryToday.com
Westlock Mediation Centre getting a makeover - TownAndCountryToday.com
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- Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities - 9 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute
- What is Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute?
- Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute is a health charitable organization based in Edmonton, Canada. Hospitals
- Where is Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute located?
- Headquartered in Edmonton, Canada.
- What is Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$10M-C$100M. 16% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute trustworthy?
- Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 50 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 Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute's registration number?
- Registration: 876795675RR0001 (Canada).
- What is Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute's website?
- https://www.truclam.ca/
- Are donations to Edmonton Buddhist Research Institute 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.