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Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations
Ontario corporate tax credit for political contributions
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,294
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
This non-refundable Ontario tax credit supports corporations that made eligible political contributions before January 1, 2017. The program applies to qualifying contributions to Ontario candidates, riding associations, or political parties, reported with the corporate T2 return.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,294 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Location
- Ontario
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
- Political contributions to Ontario candidates, riding associations, or political parties.
Documents Needed
- Completed T2 corporate income tax return
- Completed Schedule 525
- Details of political contributions made
- Official contribution receipts for records
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Corporations with eligible political contributions.
Who is not eligible
- Corporations making contributions for municipal or federal elections.
- Corporations without a permanent establishment in Ontario.
- Corporations exempt from corporate income tax.
Eligible expenses
- Political contributions to Ontario candidates, riding associations, and political parties made before January 1, 2017.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Contributions made for municipal or federal elections.
- Contributions made on or after January 1, 2017.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The credit is claimed with the corporate T2 return using Schedule 525.
- Incomplete returns may result in processing delays.
- Receipts do not need to be attached, but contribution details must be provided for verification.
Additional information
- Unused contributions may be carried forward for up to 20 years.
- Official receipts should be kept for verification purposes.
- Incomplete returns may cause processing delays.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations. 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 Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations?
This non-refundable Ontario tax credit supports corporations that made eligible political contributions before January 1, 2017. The program applies to qualifying contributions to Ontario candidates, riding associations, or political parties, reported with the corporate T2 return.
How much funding can be received?
Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations Funds up to $2,294 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations program?
To be eligible for the Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations program, you must:
Made eligible political contributions before January 1, 2017.
Has a permanent establishment in Ontario.
Is subject to corporate income tax.
What expenses are eligible under Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations?
Political contributions to Ontario candidates, riding associations, or political parties.
Who can I contact for more information about the Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations available?
The Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Political Contribution Tax Credit for Corporations is a Tax Credits