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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
69/100 · methodology

About The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop (NOWW) supports writers in the region with programs and networking opportunities including workshops, readings, contests, and more.

Founded
Headquarters
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Foundation type
Charitable organization
Size
micro

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 religion in Canada
Program spending This charity: 92%
Peer average: 66%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 69
Peer average: 71

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$0.92
ProgramC$0.92
AdministrationC$0.08
92% to programs beats the peer average (66%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop has a substantially complete profile, sourced from the CRA.

  • Its integrity score of 69 places it in the top 1% of the 8,105 religion 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
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • 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 + methodology

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop is a registered religion nonprofit based in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It was founded in 2026. Its registration number is 850503269RR0001. 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 69/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$21K in annual revenue. 14 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop's official registration number is 850503269RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. 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 69 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 92% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for religion charities in Canada is 71/100.

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop is located in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. Its registered address is Box 425, 1100 Memorial Avenue, Canada.

Based on official tax filings, The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop has C$21K in annual revenue. It allocates 92% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 66% for religion charities in Canada. Its revenue is below the peer average of C$8M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop is classified as a Religion organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has C$21K in annual revenue. The organization has 14 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop. 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, The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop 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 92% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 66%). 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.

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop (NOWW) supports writers in the region with programs and networking opportunities including workshops, readings, contests, and more. The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop is classified as a religion organization registered in Canada. The organization was founded in 2026.

Among religion charities registered in Canada: It allocates 92% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 66%. Its annual revenue of C$21K is below the peer average of C$8M.

The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop 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$10K-C$100K
92% 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 The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop 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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Annette P••••••
Director

Officers & trustees (14)

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
C$0.0M revenue
FY2023
CRA (Canada)

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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 this charity 8,105
Arts & Culture 5,872
Health 3,812
Social Services 2,630
Youth Development 752
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Most common causes in Canada

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

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.

Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Registry checked
Apr 1, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

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 · 2026
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 The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop

What is The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop?
The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop is a religion charitable organization based in Thunder Bay, Canada. The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop (NOWW) supports writers in the region with programs and networking opportunities including workshops, readings, contests, and more.
When was The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop founded?
The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop was founded in 2026.
Where is The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop located?
Headquartered in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
What is The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$10K-C$100K. 92% of expenses go to program services.
Is The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop trustworthy?
The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69 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 Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop's registration number?
Registration: 850503269RR0001 (Canada).
What is The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop's website?
https://nowwwriters.ca
Are donations to The Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop 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.