Quebec book publishing tax credit
At a glance
- 50% of project cost
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- All industries
- Gouvernement du Québec
- Société de développement des entreprises culturelles
Overview
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility criteria for the Crédit d’impôt remboursable pour l’édition de livres:
- Companies must be involved in the publishing industry.
- Projects must target foreign markets for Quebec productions.
- Projects must involve significant editing efforts.
- Translation market exploitation must be part of the project.
- Support for digital versions of books is encouraged.
Who is eligible
Eligible types of companies for the Credit d’impôt remboursable pour l’édition de livres grant:
- Publishers and companies involved in the publishing industry.
- Companies engaging in projects related to the publication and dissemination of books.
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include costs related to developing foreign markets for Quebec productions, conducting large-scale publishing projects, expanding translation markets, and supporting digital versions of works.
- Costs for developing foreign markets
- Expenses for large-scale publishing projects
- Translation market expansion costs
- Support for digital versions of works
Eligible projects & activities
Eligible projects for the Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing aim to develop foreign markets for Quebec productions, execute large-scale publishing projects, explore translation markets, and support digital versions of books. The following activities may qualify:
- Development of foreign markets for Quebec productions
- Execution of large-scale publishing projects
- Exploration of translation markets
- Support for digital versions of books
Evaluation & selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Complete and compliant applications will be considered for analysis, while incomplete submissions will be declared non-receivable.
- Applicants must ensure all required documents are attached and follow the guidelines outlined in the submission process.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create a profile on the secure electronic portal SOD@ccès and login
- Content: New users need to create a profile or enter existing login credentials
- Implications: Access to the grant application system
- Step 2: Select the SOD@ccès program number specified in the guide for the grant application
- Content: Choose the program number for the grant application
- Implications: Proper allocation of the application within the system
- Step 3: Fill out the grant application form and upload all required documents
- Content: Complete the application form and attach necessary documentation
- Implications: Ensures comprehensive submission for review
- Step 4: Verify that all required documents are included in the submission
- Content: Review the checklist of documents to ensure completeness
- Implications: Only complete and compliant applications will be considered
- Step 5: Submit the application through SOD@ccès for assessment
- Content: Final submission of the grant application for review
- Implications: Initiates the evaluation process by the grant agency
Credit for Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing
The Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing aims to support the development of foreign markets for Quebec productions, undertake large-scale publishing projects, further exploit the translation market, and enhance digital versions of books.
Overview of the Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing
The Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing, administered by the Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) in Quebec, supports the expansion of foreign markets for Quebecois productions, facilitates significant publishing endeavors, promotes translations, and encourages the growth of digital book versions. This tax credit initiative is designed to adapt to the evolving landscape of the publishing industry, particularly in the digital realm.
The main objectives of this measure include:
- Developing foreign markets for Quebec productions.
- Executing large-scale publishing projects.
- Exploiting the translation market more effectively.
- Supporting digital versions of books to address the changing landscape.
Applying for the Tax Credit
Interested parties must submit their applications through the secure electronic portal, SOD@ccès. Before applying, applicants should carefully review the guidelines and ensure they have all required documentation. Incomplete or non-compliant applications will not be considered, and applicants will need to resubmit if necessary.
The application process involves creating a user profile, selecting the appropriate program number, completing the application form, and uploading the necessary documents. Preparation and attention to detail are crucial to ensure successful application submission.
Benefits and Impacts
By providing a refundable tax credit for book publishing, Quebec aims to strengthen the cultural and economic impact of its literary sector, enhance the visibility of Quebecois authors and publishers on the international stage, and encourage innovation and growth in the publishing industry.
Overall, the Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing serves as a strategic tool to support Quebec's cultural presence and competitiveness in the global book market, fostering creativity, diversity, and sustainability in the province's literary landscape.
