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Environment Toronto, Ontario BN: 892511692RR0001 (CRA) Sign up to see website
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71
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
71/100 · methodology

About Outward Bound Canada

A registered charity operating in Canada since 1969, Outward Bound Canada (OBC) empowers youth for the future through experiential adventures in nature.

Founded
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario
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 environment in Canada
Program spending This charity: 80%
Peer average: 72%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 71
Peer average: 70

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$0.80
C$0.14
ProgramC$0.80
AdministrationC$0.14
FundraisingC$0.06
80% to programs beats the peer average (72%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Outward Bound Canada with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the CRA.

  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • Established in 1969, it predates 80% of the environment 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 627 environment 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

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 + methodology

Outward Bound Canada is a registered environment nonprofit based in Toronto, Ontario, 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 892511692RR0001. 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$7M in annual revenue. 14 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Outward Bound Canada's official registration number is 892511692RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.

Outward Bound Canada 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. The charity allocates 80% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in Canada is 70/100.

Outward Bound Canada is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The organization was established in 1969 and has been active for 57 years. Its registered address is 402 - 550 Bayview Ave, Canada.

Based on official tax filings, Outward Bound Canada has C$7M in annual revenue. It allocates 80% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 72% for environment charities in Canada. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of C$2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Outward Bound Canada is classified as an Environment organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has C$7M in annual revenue. The organization has 14 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Outward Bound Canada. 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, Outward Bound Canada 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 80% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 72%). 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 registered charity operating in Canada since 1969, Outward Bound Canada (OBC) empowers youth for the future through experiential adventures in nature. Outward Bound Canada is classified as an environment organization registered in Canada. The organization was founded in 1969.

Among environment charities registered in Canada: It allocates 80% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 72%. Its annual revenue of C$7M is well above the peer average of C$2M.

Outward Bound Canada 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
80% 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 Outward Bound Canada is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.

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Leadership

From FY2023 filing

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Anne F•••••••••
Chair of the Board

Officers & trustees (14)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

8 articles found

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

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Sub commander goes outward bound - Pacific Navy News
Apr 2025
lookoutnewspaper.com
Outward Bound Canada launches full scholarships for youth of veteran families - Pacific Navy News
Mar 2025
lookoutnewspaper.com
Revitalizing Fire Stewardship Practices with Indigenous Firekeepers and Outward Bound Canada - Simon Fraser University
Jul 2024
www.sfu.ca
Military families ‘dial in’ to Outward Bound Canada - Pacific Navy News
Mar 2024
lookoutnewspaper.com
Form filed
C$7.1M revenue
FY2023
CRA (Canada)
Outward Bound Canada offers new courses for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth - ElliotLakeToday.com
Apr 2023
www.elliotlaketoday.com
Outward Bound Canada ordered to pay former instructor vacation pay, didn't keep proper work records - CBC
Sep 2018
www.cbc.ca
Outward Bound Canada doesn't pay minimum wage for 100-hour workweeks, says ex-instructor - CBC
Jun 2018
www.cbc.ca
Outward Bound stretches mind, body - Toronto Star
Jul 2008
www.thestar.com

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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 2,630
Youth Development 752
Environment this charity 627
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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 - 14 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 · 14 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 Outward Bound Canada

What is Outward Bound Canada?
Outward Bound Canada is a environment charitable organization based in Toronto, Canada. A registered charity operating in Canada since 1969, Outward Bound Canada (OBC) empowers youth for the future through experiential adventures in nature.
When was Outward Bound Canada founded?
Outward Bound Canada was founded in 1969.
Where is Outward Bound Canada located?
Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
What is Outward Bound Canada's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$1M-C$10M. 80% of expenses go to program services.
Is Outward Bound Canada trustworthy?
Outward Bound Canada 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 Outward Bound Canada's registration number?
Registration: 892511692RR0001 (Canada).
What is Outward Bound Canada's website?
https://www.outwardbound.ca
Are donations to Outward Bound Canada 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.