Who doesn’t love a good checklist? That feeling of accomplishment when you can cross items off one by one (even if one of the items on that list is “Have a cup of coffee”). What follows is a top 10 list of things you will want to do before filing Read more…
One of the questions that are frequently asked is “who can I call for updates”? In this short article, we will discuss who to call – and who not to call – in order to check on the status of your application. Who should I call? This is a Read more…
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers two distinct services to those who want to obtain a ruling on their SR&ED tax incentive claim before they submit their application; a pre-claim consultation (PCC) or a pre-claim review (PCR). The following article will discuss the similarities and differences between the two Read more…
What is the difference between “learning” and “advancement” when writing for line 246 in the T661? Line 246 of Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Investment Tax Credit (ITC) applications asks “What scientific or technological advancements did you achieve or attempt to achieve as a result of work described in Read more…
Does accidental SR&ED exist? Would a new process, or product discovered entirely by accident qualify for the SR&ED tax incentive program? Throughout the years, new innovations or inventions have been created sometimes as the result of an accidental discovery. Penicillin, a life-saving anti-bacteria medicine, was discovered when a scientist found Read more…