864319215RR0001 — 0014
Registered — Gimli, MB — Charitable Organization
Scores: Legitimacy 98/100 · Effectiveness 94/100
Financials: Revenue $1,471,964 · Expenditures $1,204,419
The Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium operates a research vessel and monitoring program on one of Canada's most ecologically significant lakes, directing 93.8% of spending to programs while nearly doubling revenue from $793K to $1.47M over five years. Despite significant revenue volatility — including a 43% single-year drop — the Consortium has recovered strongly and maintains reserves within the peer-normal range for advocacy and research organizations.
Our Verdict: A focused and efficient environmental research organization with growing revenue and strong program delivery, though donors should note the inherent revenue volatility that comes with grant-dependent science operations.