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Research Consortium Tax Credit
Quebec recognition for eligible research consortium tax relief
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Private non-profit research centers constituted in Canada seeking recognition as eligible research consortia.
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Overview
Research Consortium Tax Credit supports private non-profit research centers constituted in Canada that seek recognition in Quebec as eligible research consortia for precompetitive research and experimental development. It focuses on generic R-D activities, shared research programs, access to results for members, and the staff, premises, and equipment needed to carry out the work.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Scientific research and experimental development in Quebec with a generic character and no immediately commercializable results.
Documents Needed
- A strategic plan including the business development plan, a brief history, and the mission and short- and long-term objectives.
- An organizational chart detailing the board of directors and the committees involved in R-D decisions.
- A list of research employees with their curriculum vitae.
- A list of the premises and equipment used for R-D work.
- The last two years of financial statements, a list of current and targeted members in all categories, and a demonstration of the consortium’s representativeness in its sector.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private non-profit research centers constituted in Canada seeking recognition as eligible research consortia.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- All administrative regions
Selection criteria
- Representativeness of the consortium in its sector.
- Annual research program and access to results for members.
- Generic nature of the R&D activities and non-immediate commercial use.
- Qualified staff, facilities, and equipment available in Quebec.
How to apply
- Send the request by email to mesures.fiscales.RD@economie.gouv.qc.ca, along with the required documents.
Processing and Agreement
- A consortium holding an eligibility attestation must notify the ministry of any change in human or material resources that could compromise its capacity to carry out R-D work.
- It must also notify the ministry of any change in its membership composition or in the association agreement or mission of its members.
- Failure to report these changes may lead to revocation of the consortium’s recognition.
Additional information
- Only one research consortium per sector of activity can be recognized.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Research Consortium Tax Credit Program
What is the Research Consortium Tax Credit?
Research Consortium Tax Credit supports private non-profit research centers constituted in Canada that seek recognition in Quebec as eligible research consortia for precompetitive research and experimental development. It focuses on generic R-D activities, shared research programs, access to results for members, and the staff, premises, and equipment needed to carry out the work.
Who is eligible for the Research Consortium Tax Credit program?
To be eligible for the Research Consortium Tax Credit program, you must:
The applicant must be a private non-profit research center constituted in Canada.
The consortium must carry out scientific research and experimental development in Quebec.
The consortium must have the staff, premises, and equipment needed for its R-D work.
What expenses are eligible under Research Consortium Tax Credit?
Scientific research and experimental development in Quebec with a generic character and no immediately commercializable results.
Who can I contact for more information about the Research Consortium Tax Credit?
You can contact Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) by email at mesures.fiscales.RD@economie.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 1 877 511-5889.
Where is the Research Consortium Tax Credit available?
The Research Consortium Tax Credit program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Research Consortium Tax Credit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Research Consortium Tax Credit is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Research Consortium Tax Credit?
Research Consortium Tax Credit is funded by Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)