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Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions
Refurbable tax credit for job creation in maritime Quebec regions
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec
Overview
This refundable tax credit supports job creation in certain maritime regions of Québec. It applies to eligible payroll for approved activities in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Côte-Nord, and Bas-Saint-Laurent, with a credit rate of up to 30%.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- Quebec
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
- Manufacturing activities in eligible regions.
- Marine biotechnology and mariculture.
- Manufacturing or processing of slate or peat products.
- Wind power production and wind turbine manufacturing in eligible locations.
- Processing of sea products in eligible locations.
- Recreational and tourism activities in Îles-de-la-Madeleine only.
Documents Needed
- Application for an Initial Qualification Certificate.
- Business Qualification Certificate application.
- Employee Certificate application.
- Eligibility Calendar Year form.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible corporations.
Who is not eligible
- Corporations that do not operate in an eligible region.
- Corporations whose activities are not eligible under the program.
Eligible expenses
- Eligible payroll costs for qualifying employees.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- General administrative tasks performed by employees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine.
- Côte-Nord.
- Bas-Saint-Laurent.
Processing and Agreement
- Submit the qualification certificate applications to Investissement Québec.
- Investissement Québec reviews the application and confirms eligibility.
- Fees apply for processing certificate applications.
Additional information
- The tax credit is available until December 31, 2025.
- The corporation must first obtain qualification certificates from Investissement Québec.
- Investissement Québec charges fees for certificate applications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions. 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 Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions?
This refundable tax credit supports job creation in certain maritime regions of Québec. It applies to eligible payroll for approved activities in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Côte-Nord, and Bas-Saint-Laurent, with a credit rate of up to 30%.
How much funding can be received?
Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions program?
To be eligible for the Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions program, you must:
Operate in an eligible region.
Carry out an eligible activity.
Obtain Investissement Québec certificates.
What expenses are eligible under Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions?
Manufacturing activities in eligible regions.
Marine biotechnology and mariculture.
Manufacturing or processing of slate or peat products.
Wind power production and wind turbine manufacturing in eligible locations.
Processing of sea products in eligible locations.
Recreational and tourism activities in Îles-de-la-Madeleine only.
Who can I contact for more information about the Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions?
You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ) by email at none or by phone at 1 844 474-6367.
Where is the Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions available?
The Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
Is the Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions is a Tax Credits