SR&ED Tax Credits
The Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program is the largest source of federal government support for R&D in Canada. Get up to 64% back on your eligible R&D costs.
$3B+
Claimed annually by Canadian businesses
64%
Maximum return on R&D costs
20K+
Companies claim SR&ED each year
Understanding SR&ED
Everything you need to know about Canada's most valuable R&D tax incentive.
Eligible SR&ED Activities Include:
Calculate Your SR&ED Tax Credits
Get a detailed estimate of your potential federal and provincial SR&ED tax credits.
SR&ED Expenditures
Enter your annual SR&ED-related costs
100% eligible
80% eligible
100% eligible
Proxy: 55% of salaries
SR&ED Eligibility Quiz
Answer 5 quick questions to see if your SR&ED work might qualify for SR&ED tax credits.
Does your company develop new products, processes, or technologies?
This includes software development, manufacturing improvements, new product design, etc.
SR&ED by Industry
See specific examples of eligible SR&ED work in your industry.
Software development is one of the largest sources of SR&ED claims. If you're building custom software, you likely qualify.
Algorithm Development
Creating new algorithms for data processing, machine learning, or optimization that go beyond standard approaches.
Eligible Work:
- Novel search algorithms
- Custom compression methods
- Optimization routines
System Architecture
Developing new architectural approaches to solve performance, scalability, or integration challenges.
Eligible Work:
- Distributed systems design
- Real-time processing systems
- Novel database architectures
Platform Development
Building platforms that require overcoming technical uncertainties in how components interact.
Eligible Work:
- API framework development
- Custom CMS platforms
- Integration middleware
Our SR&ED Process
A proven methodology developed over 16+ years to maximize your SR&ED claim while minimizing disruption to your team.
Initial Consultation
Free 15-30 minute call to understand your business, R&D activities, and potential eligibility.
Day 1Initial Consultation
Free 15-30 minute call to understand your business, R&D activities, and potential eligibility.
Day 1Technical Interviews
We meet with your technical team to gather detailed information about your R&D projects and methodologies.
Week 1-2Technical Interviews
We meet with your technical team to gather detailed information about your R&D projects and methodologies.
Week 1-2Documentation
Our experts prepare comprehensive technical narratives that clearly articulate the technological advancement and uncertainties.
Week 2-4Documentation
Our experts prepare comprehensive technical narratives that clearly articulate the technological advancement and uncertainties.
Week 2-4Financial Analysis
We work with your finance team to identify and calculate all eligible expenditures, maximizing your claim.
Week 3-5Financial Analysis
We work with your finance team to identify and calculate all eligible expenditures, maximizing your claim.
Week 3-5T661 Submission
We prepare and file your T661 form with the CRA, ensuring all documentation meets their requirements.
Week 5-6T661 Submission
We prepare and file your T661 form with the CRA, ensuring all documentation meets their requirements.
Week 5-6CRA Liaison
We handle all CRA communications and respond to any questions or requests for additional information.
As neededCRA Liaison
We handle all CRA communications and respond to any questions or requests for additional information.
As neededAudit Defense
If your claim is selected for review, we provide full support and defense at no additional cost.
If requiredAudit Defense
If your claim is selected for review, we provide full support and defense at no additional cost.
If requiredTypical turnaround: 4-8 weeks from kickoff to submission
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about SR&ED tax credits.
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