Closed
Last Update: June 13, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Income Averaging for Forest Producers helps forest owners spread part of the net income from private-forest wood sales over several years. It applies to income from wood harvested in private forests and is claimed using the forest producer income averaging form with the income tax return.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Canada
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
- Income averaging for net revenue from private-forest wood sales.
Documents Needed
- Forest producer income averaging form.
- Certificate of forest producer.
- Supporting documents for the forest property and ownership status, as required.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Forest producers.
- Private forest owners.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec.
Processing and Agreement
- The request is reviewed after the tax form is submitted.
- Approval is confirmed once the request is validated and accepted.
- The certificate is then issued by mail when applicable to the producer status process.
Additional information
- A certificate of forest producer is required.
- The certificate can be valid for up to ten years.
- The application is submitted through an enrolling office with the required documents.
- A 2026 registration fee of $27.75 applies for first-time registration.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Income Averaging for Forest Producers Program
What is the Income Averaging for Forest Producers?
Income Averaging for Forest Producers helps forest owners spread part of the net income from private-forest wood sales over several years. It applies to income from wood harvested in private forests and is claimed using the forest producer income averaging form with the income tax return.
Who is eligible for the Income Averaging for Forest Producers program?
To be eligible for the Income Averaging for Forest Producers program, you must:
Recognized forest producer.
Valid forest producer certificate.
Private-forest wood sale income.
What expenses are eligible under Income Averaging for Forest Producers?
Income averaging for net revenue from private-forest wood sales.
Who can I contact for more information about the Income Averaging for Forest Producers?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at spbat@spbat.qc.ca or by phone at 819 762-0835.
Where is the Income Averaging for Forest Producers available?
The Income Averaging for Forest Producers program is available across Canada.
Is the Income Averaging for Forest Producers a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Income Averaging for Forest Producers is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Income Averaging for Forest Producers?
Income Averaging for Forest Producers is funded by Government of Québec