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· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in CanadaConcerns
· None foundWhere every C$1 goes
· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. has 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
- Its integrity score of 65 places it in the top 25% of the 39 animal welfare 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.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologySaskatoon Zoo Society Inc. is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Its registration number is 119141216RR0001. 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 65/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$522K in annual revenue. 11 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc.'s official registration number is 119141216RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.
Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 65/100. 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 65 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 95% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in Canada is 62/100.
Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Its registered address is 1903 Forestry Farm Park Dr, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. has C$522K in annual revenue. It allocates 95% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 74% 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.
Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. 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$522K in annual revenue. The organization has 11 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc.. 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, Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. 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 95% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). 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.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Canada: It allocates 95% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of C$522K is below the peer average of C$3M.
Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. 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 Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. 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.
Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. 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 (11)
Source: Public filings
11 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.
From butterflies to bears, it’s been a busy season at Saskatoon’s zoo - Global News
Kazi, the Saskatoon Zoo’s 19-year-old snow leopard, has died - CTV News
Saskatoon Zoo opens Prairie Butterfly House and train for season - CTV News
William Reinhardt Schultz Obituary May 18, 2026 - Saskatoon Funeral Home
The bears’ necessities: A grizzly day of work at Saskatoon’s Zoo - Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Zoo Gift Shop and Cafe at Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo open today - SaskToday.ca
Zebras cozy up at Saskatoon zoo as snow leopard sunbathes in extreme cold - 650 CKOM
Listen to holiday music: Five things to do this weekend in Saskatoon, Dec. 12-14 - Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Behind the lights: How Saskatoon’s Enchanted Forest comes to life - 650 CKOM
What to know about this year's BHP Enchanted Forest - Saskatoon StarPhoenix
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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 - 11 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 · 11 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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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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Founding dateYear founded not on file
Methodology
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Quick facts about Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc.
- What is Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc.?
- Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. is a animal welfare charitable organization based in Saskatoon, Canada. Scholarships, bursaries, awards
- Where is Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. located?
- Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.
- What is Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc.'s annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$100K-C$1M. 95% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. trustworthy?
- Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 65 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 Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc.'s registration number?
- Registration: 119141216RR0001 (Canada).
- What is Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc.'s website?
- https://saskatoonzoosociety.ca
- Are donations to Saskatoon Zoo Society Inc. 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.