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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyShock Trauma Air Rescue Service is a registered human services nonprofit based in Calgary, AB, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Its registration number is 118781103RR0001. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 59/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. The organization reports C$86M in annual revenue. 17 officers and directors are publicly disclosed.
Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 59/100. 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 59 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 88% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for human services charities in Canada is 61/100.
Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service is located in Calgary, AB, Canada. Its registered address is Box 570 1441 Aviation Park Ne, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service has C$86M in annual revenue. It allocates 88% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 91% for human services charities in Canada. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of C$4M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service is classified as a Human Services organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has C$86M in annual revenue. The organization has 17 disclosed officers and directors.
Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 59/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the CRA. 88% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 91%. Visit the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service 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 human services charities registered in Canada: Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 59/100 is in line with the peer average of 61/100. It allocates 88% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of C$86M is well above the peer average of C$4M.
Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service 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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Tax-deductibility for donors
Canadian donations are deductible if Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service 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.
Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service 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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Officers & trustees (17)
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Latest news
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Sentiment
NeutralSaskatchewan Air Ambulance marks 80 years in the skies - CTV News
2 Tumbler Ridge victims transported to Lower Mainland for care: Health ministry - Williams Lake Tribune
Nutrien donates $4 million to STARS to establish home base in Saskatoon - 650 CKOM
Farmer shares air rescue story as Nutrien donates $4 million to STARS - Prince Albert Daily Herald
STARS patient proud to be namesake of new Lethbridge show home - Global News
Manitoba Blue Cross makes $3-M donation to STARS air ambulance - Winnipeg Free Press
North Battleford airport sees hundreds of air ambulance landings each year, report shows - battlefordsNOW
Manitoba renews contract with STARS air ambulance - AirMed&Rescue
Manitoba Renews Contract with STARS for Medical Air Transport - ChrisD.ca
STARS' Dr. Greg Powell pioneered rapid helicopter medevac service in Western Canada, saved British Columbians - Prince George Citizen
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- Officers and trustees
- Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities - 17 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service
- What is Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service?
- Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service is a human services charitable organization based in Calgary, Canada. Housing
- Where is Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service located?
- Headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
- What is Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$10M-C$100M. 88% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service trustworthy?
- Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 59 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 Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service's registration number?
- Registration: 118781103RR0001 (Canada).
- What is Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service's website?
- https://www.stars.ca
- Are donations to Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service 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.