Quebec R&D Tax Credit for CCPCs
Official funding support offered by the Revenu Québec. Offset costs with up to Refunds up to 30% of R&D salaries.
How does a business qualify for the QUEBEC INNOVATION TAX CREDIT?
To qualify for the Quebec R&D Tax Credit for CCPCs, a business must be incorporated in Canada and demonstrate active operations. The program offers up to Refunds up to 30% of R&D salaries in non-dilutive capital, which is categorized under a Moderate funding difficulty level. Applicants must ensure they meet all technical benchmarks and file using official channels before funds are fully allocated for the fiscal period.
- •Updated June 2026: Provincial tax offsets stacked with federal SR&ED R&D credit ratios updated to cover up to 30% of local wages.
Provincial tax incentive that matches federal SR&ED, providing refundable tax credits on wages paid to employees conducting scientific research or experimental development in Quebec.
Key Features
| Funding Limit | Refunds up to 30% of R&D salaries |
| Program Agency | Revenu Québec |
| Funding Type | Tax Credit |
| Jurisdiction | Quebec, Canada |
Deadlines & Difficulty
| Difficulty | Moderate Match |
| Deadline Status | Rolling Intake |
| Official Portal | Visit Official Site |
💡 Expert Insider Tips
- •Quebec's credit stacks directly with federal SR&ED, enabling CCPCs in Montreal to recover up to 64% of total R&D payroll.
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Related Resources & Guides
SR&ED Application & Documentation Guide
Playbook for tracking software development hours and claiming CRA R&D credits.
Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)
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