Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec is a Tax Credits

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec?

Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec is funded by Revenu Québec, Gouvernement du Québec

Q: Who is eligible for the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec program?

To be eligible for the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec program, you must: • Must be a corporation with an establishment in Quebec operating a qualifying biodiesel production business. • Cannot be a tax-exempt corporation, a Crown corporation, or a wholly controlled subsidiary of such corporations.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec?

You can contact Revenu Québec.

Q: Where is the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec available?

The Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports Quebec companies producing eligible biodiesel before April 2023

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Tax Credits

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Funds Providers

Revenu Québec

Gouvernement du Québec

Program status

Open

Overview

The Tax Credit for Biodiesel Production in Quebec supports eligible corporations that produce qualifying biodiesel within the province before April 1, 2023. The program provides a refundable tax credit for companies operating a biodiesel production business in Quebec; the specific maximum funding amount is not indicated in the available information.

Activities funded

Production of biodiesel within the province of Quebec.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 86,000

Expanding local childcare with outdoor classroom and learning materials

$ 100,000

Upgrading commercial bakery with energy-efficient ovens and mixers

$ 107,000

Improving accessibility in a community art studio with renovation

$ 130,000

Launching a SaaS platform for local volunteer matching services

$ 90,000

Developing online resale platform with digital skills training workshops

$ 67,000

Replacing cooperative housing lighting with modern LED and controls

Eligibility

The company must have an establishment in Quebec and operate a business that produces eligible biodiesel in Quebec during its taxation year.
The company must not be exempt from tax for the taxation year.
The company must not be a Crown corporation or a wholly controlled subsidiary of such a corporation.

Who is eligible?

Corporations operating a biodiesel production business in Quebec

Who is not eligible

Companies that are exempt from income tax for the taxation year.
Crown corporations or wholly owned subsidiaries of such corporations.
Companies that have applied for an initial eligibility certificate for the deduction related to income from a major investment project, for activities resulting from that specific project.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

How to apply

Step 1: Enter Credit Information in Tax ReturnReport the biodiesel production tax credit on one of lines 440p to 440y of the corporate income tax return.
Include the name of the tax credit, its code (103), and the amount claimed in the designated fields.
Step 2: Gather Required DocumentationComplete and attach the form "Crédit d'impôt pour production de biodiesel au Québec" (CO-1029.8.36.OB).
Prepare a monthly report for the fiscal year detailing the company’s eligible biodiesel production in Quebec.
Attach the form "Entente concernant le crédit d'impôt pour production de biodiesel au Québec" (CO-1029.8.36.OE), if applicable.
Step 3: Submit Application and Supporting DocumentsInclude all required forms and supporting documentation with the company’s corporate income tax return.
If documents cannot be attached to the tax return, send them separately no later than twelve months after the company's filing deadline.
Applications and documents can be sent online using certified software or by mail.
For mail submissions, clearly indicate the company name, identification numbers, and fiscal year-end date on all documents.
It is advisable to send all documents together in one package for faster processing.

Additional information

A corporation eligible for this tax credit cannot claim the investment tax credit or the investment and innovation tax credit for property used in operating a biodiesel production facility in Quebec.
If a corporation has applied for an initial eligibility certificate related to the deduction for income from a major investment project, it cannot benefit from this biodiesel production tax credit for activities related to that project.
If sending documents by mail, each document must include the company name, identification and file numbers, and the closing date of the financial year.
It is preferable to submit all required documents in a single package to speed up processing.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec. 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.