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· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in CanadaConcerns
· None foundWhere every C$1 goes
· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Indian River Reptile Zoo with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the CRA.
- GiveRadar's profile for Indian River Reptile Zoo draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical animal welfare charities in Canada it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email (present for 41% of comparable organizations)
- 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 + methodologyIndian River Reptile Zoo is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Its registration number is 805222353RR0001. 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 60/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$676K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
Indian River Reptile Zoo's official registration number is 805222353RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.
Indian River Reptile Zoo has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60/100. 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 60 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 90% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in Canada is 63/100.
Indian River Reptile Zoo is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Its registered address is 1034 Nornabell Ave, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, Indian River Reptile Zoo has C$676K in annual revenue. It allocates 90% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 76% for animal welfare charities in Canada. Its revenue is below the peer average of C$3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Indian River Reptile Zoo is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has C$676K in annual revenue. The organization has 3 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Indian River Reptile Zoo. 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, Indian River Reptile Zoo 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 90% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 76%). 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.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Canada: It allocates 90% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of C$676K is below the peer average of C$3M.
Indian River Reptile Zoo 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 Indian River Reptile Zoo is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
Indian River Reptile Zoo 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.
Indian River Reptile Zoo 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 (3)
Source: Public filings
3 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.
Alligator-like reptile relocated after being discovered in Toronto home - CBC
‘So many questions!’ Alligator-like caiman found in Toronto home relocated to reptile sanctuary - NOW Toronto
‘He walked out with it in his arms’: Alligator-like caiman relocated to reptile zoo after being removed from Toronto home - Toronto Star
Halloween Drive Thru at Indian River Reptile & Dinosaur Park - To Do Canada
Ontario reptile zoo provides antivenin to woman bitten by snake in Thailand - Global News
Dinosaurs invade city mall as part of Indian River Reptile Zoo exhibit - Global News
Snake found dead after being abandoned outside Newmarket reptile store - CBC
Crikey! 150 Toronto crocodiles, alligators rescued by reptile zoo - Toronto Star
Reptile man adopts more creatures - CBC
Indian River Reptile Zoo Near Peterborough To Capture The Gator In Stirling-Rawdon Pond - PtboCanada
Activity timeline
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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 - 3 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
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 · 3 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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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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Direct contactNo email or phone published
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Founding dateYear founded not on file
Methodology
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Quick facts about Indian River Reptile Zoo
- What is Indian River Reptile Zoo?
- Indian River Reptile Zoo is a animal welfare charitable organization based in Peterborough, Canada. Scholarships, bursaries, awards
- Where is Indian River Reptile Zoo located?
- Headquartered in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.
- What is Indian River Reptile Zoo's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$100K-C$1M. 90% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Indian River Reptile Zoo trustworthy?
- Indian River Reptile Zoo has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60 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 Indian River Reptile Zoo's registration number?
- Registration: 805222353RR0001 (Canada).
- What is Indian River Reptile Zoo's website?
- https://www.reptilezoo.org
- Are donations to Indian River Reptile Zoo 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.