What is “on behalf of” when referring to SR&ED contracts? Contractual agreements, whether between arm’s length or non-arm’s length entities, are a common occurrence in the business world, particularly in SR&ED research. In one of our previous articles, we discussed the disbursal of Investment Tax Credits (ITCs) between entities dealing Read more…
What are assistance and contract payments, what is the difference between assistance and contract payments, and how do these affect your SR&ED tax credits? When SR&ED work is completed with the help of outside parties, a contract is essential to determine which company is eligible to claim SR&ED and how Read more…
What happens if SR&ED is performed outside Canada? Globalization of the workforce means that Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) work undertaken outside Canada is something that should be considered. There are a number of reasons why a company may need to carry out SR&ED outside Canada. These reasons may Read more…
At SREDucation, we’re taking the time to document all of the changes that have occurred to the SR&ED program over the years. In our “From the Archives” series, you’ll be able to see how the program has evolved since it’s inception in 1986. For a timeline of these events, check Read more…
Questions surrounding calculating SR&ED expenses: Do you include HST when calculating expenses for contractors? When calculating SR&ED expenses accuracy is key to ensure your claim is not filed as ineligible. This post discusses whether or not HST is included when calculating contractor expenses. How does HST work? Businesses generally keep Read more…