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Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit
Tax credit for Nova Scotia political donations
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 750
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
This program provides a Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit for corporate contributions to candidates and recognized parties. The annual credit is the lesser of 75% of total contributions or $750, and it is claimed on the corporation tax return.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Political contributions to eligible candidates and recognized parties.
Documents Needed
- Receipts for qualifying contributions
- Schedule 5, Tax Calculation Supplementary – Corporations
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Corporations
Eligible expenses
- Political contributions to candidates and recognized parties.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
Processing and Agreement
- Claim the credit on Schedule 5 for corporations.
- Enter the total qualifying contributions on line 893.
- Enter the credit amount on line 550.
- Keep receipts in case the CRA asks for them later.
Additional information
- Receipts do not need to be filed with the tax return.
- Receipts should be kept in case the CRA requests them later.
- Photocopies are accepted only if certified true copies by the issuer.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nova Scotia political contribution 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 Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit?
This program provides a Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit for corporate contributions to candidates and recognized parties. The annual credit is the lesser of 75% of total contributions or $750, and it is claimed on the corporation tax return.
How much funding can be received?
Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $750 per project.
Who is eligible for the Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit program?
To be eligible for the Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit program, you must:
Corporate contributions to candidates or recognized parties.
Recipients must be defined under Nova Scotia law.
What expenses are eligible under Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit?
Political contributions to eligible candidates and recognized parties.
Who can I contact for more information about the Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit available?
The Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit is a Tax Credits