This post outlines SR&ED program updates from January-March 2021, including administrative, policy, tax law, and court cases. COVID-19 continued to dominate the country for the quarter, but many businesses and agencies have found a new way to operate. We have identified some key trends to watch in the SR&ED environment. Read more…
We often get asked what it’s like attending a Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) review. While they are extremely rare for our clients, they sometimes happen. This post summarizes the insights from one of our new consultants, who experienced this for the first time. There are many categories that may Read more…
This post outlines SR&ED program updates from October-December 2020, including administrative, policy, tax law, and court cases. COVID-19 continued to dominate the country for the quarter, but many businesses and agencies have found a new way to operate. We have identified some key trends to watch in the SR&ED environment. Read more…
On November 26, 2020, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced updates to the SR&ED Filing Requirements Policy to reflect legislative changes which were made in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, in particular, extensions to Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) reporting deadlines. The SR&ED Filing Requirements Policy states: In response Read more…
There is a little-known corporate structure available to help facilitate research and development (R&D): Non-Profit Corporations for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (Non-profit SR&ED corporations). These are separate from Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs). This post explores non-profit SR&ED corporations starting with CRA definition, SR&ED filing requirements, third party payments, and some Read more…