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· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in CanadaConcerns
· None foundWhere every C$1 goes
· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show The Burns Memorial Trust with a partial profile, sourced from the CRA.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 83% of the 5,517 arts & culture charities in Canada with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 54 is below most of the 5,872 arts & culture charities in Canada GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its contact details. Explore Canada data
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Burns Memorial Trust is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Its registration number is 888445046RR0001. 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 54/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$6M in annual revenue.
The Burns Memorial Trust's official registration number is 888445046RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.
The Burns Memorial Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 54/100. 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 54 ('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 arts & culture charities in Canada is 71/100.
The Burns Memorial Trust is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Its registered address is 2300 - 335 8 Ave Sw, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, The Burns Memorial Trust has C$6M in annual revenue. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Burns Memorial Trust is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Public foundation. By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has C$6M in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, The Burns Memorial Trust 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). 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 arts & culture charities registered in Canada: Its annual revenue of C$6M is comparable to the peer average of C$8M.
The Burns Memorial Trust 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 The Burns Memorial Trust is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
The Burns Memorial Trust 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.
The Burns Memorial Trust 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
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Officers & trustees (1)
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1 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 - 1 disclosed in the public registry.
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 1 officer on file
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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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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Official websiteNo verified website on record
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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 The Burns Memorial Trust
- What is The Burns Memorial Trust?
- The Burns Memorial Trust is a arts & culture public foundation based in Calgary, Canada. Charitable trusts, foundations
- Where is The Burns Memorial Trust located?
- Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
- What is The Burns Memorial Trust's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$1M-C$10M.
- Is The Burns Memorial Trust trustworthy?
- The Burns Memorial Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 54 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 The Burns Memorial Trust's registration number?
- Registration: 888445046RR0001 (Canada).
- Are donations to The Burns Memorial Trust 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.