Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive Program

Government of Canada, Canada Revenue Agency Canada-wide

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Rolling, apply anytime

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Canada-wide

Funder type

Government Program

For

Businesses

About this program

Tax credit for R&D

What this program funds

The Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive Program is a Government of Canada tax credit administered by the Canada Revenue Agency for research and development activities. The program supports eligible work in the sciences, technology, engineering, and related fields.

Small and medium-sized businesses can claim the tax credit for qualified research and experimental development performed in Canada. Eligible work includes basic research, applied research, and experimental development. Businesses claim the credit through their corporate tax returns.

The program operates on a rolling basis, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis as part of the standard corporate tax filing process. Businesses must maintain detailed records of their research activities and related expenditures to support their claim.

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Official program page Last verified October 5, 2026 by the Happy Grants engine

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