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Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit
Tax credit for Manitoba book publishers
Last Update: May 25, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Refundable tax credit of 40% of eligible Manitoba labour costs for book publishers, up to $100,000 per year. It supports book publishing activities in Manitoba and may include an additional bonus for printing on recycled paper.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Optimize production processes
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Book publishing activities carried out in Manitoba.
- Editing, design, and project management work.
- Freelance research and artwork for eligible books.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Book publishers.
Who is not eligible
The documentation provided does not explicitly outline specific exclusions for companies or industries not eligible for corporate tax credits in Manitoba. The eligibility criteria are defined for each credit individually.
Eligible expenses
- Author advances.
- Editing, design, and project management salaries.
- Freelance editing, design, and research fees.
- Artwork, prototype development, set-up, and typesetting.
- Printing costs for the recycled-paper bonus.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba.
Additional information
- The credit is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency on behalf of Manitoba.
- An additional bonus may apply for printing on recycled paper.
- The credit has been made permanent.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit?
Refundable tax credit of 40% of eligible Manitoba labour costs for book publishers, up to $100,000 per year. It supports book publishing activities in Manitoba and may include an additional bonus for printing on recycled paper.
How much funding can be received?
Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit Funds up to 15% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit program?
To be eligible for the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit program, you must:
Primarily book publishing
Based in Manitoba
Recently published two books
What expenses are eligible under Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit?
Book publishing activities carried out in Manitoba.
Editing, design, and project management work.
Freelance research and artwork for eligible books.
Who can I contact for more information about the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit?
You can contact Government of Manitoba or by phone at 204-948-2115.
Where is the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit available?
The Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit is a Tax Credits