SR&ED Education & Resources

SR&ED Education and Resources

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Welcome to the most comprehensive website on the Canadian Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program. 

What is SR&ED?

The Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentive program is a federal tax incentive program designed to encourage Canadian businesses of all sizes and in all sectors to conduct research and development (R&D) in Canada. Each year, the SR&ED program provides over $3 billion in tax incentives to over 20,000 claimants. Of these, about 75% are small businesses.

Many businesses confuse innovation with SR&ED – but the policies that govern SR&ED are very strict. If you believe SR&ED and innovation are the same, you may be in for a surprise! 

Let’s be honest: This is a challenging tax credit. We have everything you need to know about the SR&ED Tax Incentive Program. Photo by AlphaTradeZone: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-using-black-digital-tablet-5833272/

Let’s be honest: This is a challenging tax credit. We have everything you need to know about the SR&ED Tax Incentive Program.

How can the SR&ED program improve your bottom line? Use our online calculator to determine how much you could receive in tax credits. Photo by RDNE Stock project: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-calculator-and-a-magnifying-glass-beside-documents-7821688/

How can the SR&ED program improve your bottom line? Use our online calculator to determine how much you could receive in tax credits.

Let’s be honest: This is a challenging tax credit. We have everything you need to know about the SR&ED Tax Incentive Program. Photo by Mikhail Nilov: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-in-long-sleeve-shirt-holding-a-calculator-8297031/

Need a little support navigating the SR&ED program? We can help with our Comprehensive Guide to SR&ED. 

SR&ED Outreach Program

In December 2023, the CRA began a SR&ED Outreach Program. The program is designed to provide education to Canadian businesses

Legal appeal of CRA SR&ED decisions.

Complex SR&ED Disputes: Procedures in Tax Court

When participating in the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Incentive Program, disputes with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)

SR&ED Eligibility: Routine Engineering vs. SR&ED

Routine engineering vs. SR&ED – The span of eligible SR&ED activities are likely broader than you think. (Photo Credit: ThisIsEngineering